Founding CohortThe Dance With Ceech System

Learn the Running Man and Feel Ready to Join the Dance Floor

A four-week online cohort for complete and frustrated adult beginners who are tired of copying choreography and guessing whether they are practicing correctly.

What is the Running Man? The iconic hip-hop move that creates the illusion of running in place. It is a recognizable, versatile step you can use with many different songs.

Ceech will guide you through simple, progressive drills and give you personalized feedback at key mastery checkpoints, so you know what to adjust and what to practice next.

Four-week cohort

September 24 to October 22, 2026

Weekly live sessions

Thursdays at 8:00 p.m. Pacific

Small-group support

Adults 18+ · Only 12 seats

Enrollment closes September 17
or when all 12 seats are filled.

Ceech teaching adult dance students the Running Man in a group class

Your graduation goal

30 seconds. On beat. Live. Confident.

Every week prepares you gradually for one clear, measurable performance in front of Ceech and your supportive cohort.

Limited to 12 students

Only 12 students

The real problem

You Don’t Need More Choreography. You Need One Move You Can Trust.

You want to join the dance floor, but you do not know what to do once you get there.

“Am I doing it correctly? Will I look awkward? What if everyone sees that I don’t know how to dance?”

So you stay near the wall, wait for someone else to go first, or rely on a little “liquid courage” before you feel comfortable enough to try.

That does not mean you are incapable of dancing. It means you have not been given a clear foundation or the feedback needed to know that you are practicing correctly.

Why tutorials often fall short

Copying the Steps Isn’t the Same as Learning to Dance

Many dance tutorials show you where to put your feet and expect you to follow along. But they frequently leave out one of the most important parts of dancing: rhythm.

Rhythm Before Repetition

You can memorize every step and still feel awkward if you do not understand how the movement connects to the beat. The Running Man Method trains the rhythm, not only the foot pattern.

Teaching, Not Just Demonstrating

A great dancer can make a move look effortless. An experienced teacher can break it into beginner-friendly steps, identify why you are struggling, and explain exactly what needs to change.

Train the rhythm
Master simple drills
Receive accurate feedback
Correct mistakes early

You will not just copy the Running Man. You will learn how to make it work with your body and the music.

The method

A Clear Path From “I Don’t Know What to Do” to “I Can Do This”

You will not be thrown into the final performance unprepared. Every part of the program progressively trains you for that moment.

  1. 01

    Learn One Skill at a Time

    Follow short, progressive drills that break the Running Man into manageable skills, including rhythm, balance, coordination, and movement.

  2. 02

    Practice Until You’re Ready

    There is no arbitrary number of minutes. Repeat each drill until you believe you can demonstrate it correctly, then record your submission.

  3. 03

    Receive Feedback and Improve

    At key Mastery Checkpoints, Ceech explains what you are doing well and what needs adjustment. Practice the correction and resubmit when needed.

  4. 04

    Build Confidence Gradually

    Begin by sharing with one supportive classmate, progress to a small group, and eventually share with the cohort.

  5. 05

    Complete the Graduation Challenge

    Perform the Running Man continuously and on beat for at least 30 seconds live in front of Ceech and your fellow students.

Know before you enroll

Is The Running Man Method Right for You?

This program is for you if:

  • You are a complete beginner and do not know what to do on the dance floor.
  • You have tried classes or tutorials but still feel unsure.
  • Choreography classes move too quickly to build a foundation.
  • You want to understand rhythm, not merely imitate steps.
  • You want personalized feedback and are willing to make corrections.
  • You can follow a basic beat but struggle to coordinate the movement.
  • You want to become more comfortable dancing in front of others.

It may not be right for you yet if:

  • You cannot yet recognize or move with a basic beat.
  • You cannot safely perform a light hop on the balls of your feet without pain or instability.
  • An injury, medical condition, or physical limitation may make the movement unsafe.
  • You only want choreography for one particular song.
  • You want a passive course that requires no practice.
  • You are unwilling to record your dancing or participate in graduation.
  • You are an advanced dancer seeking audition choreography.
Start with the free Beat First rhythm tool

You do not need to be naturally coordinated. If you can recognize the beat and safely perform the basic physical movements, the drills will help you develop your coordination.

What your enrollment includes

Everything You Need to Learn, Practice, and Perform

Step-by-Step Video Training

Short lessons and drills that build rhythm, balance, coordination, movement, and muscle memory without overwhelming you with choreography.

Practice Submissions

Practice until you believe you have mastered each drill, then record and submit your performance to stay accountable.

Weekly Private Mastery Checkpoints

Complete a privately graded checkpoint each week so Ceech can assess whether you are developing the skills correctly.

Personalized Feedback From Ceech

Learn what you are doing well, what needs adjustment, and what to practice next, with opportunities to revise and resubmit.

Four Weekly Live Cohort Sessions

Join a required 30-minute progress check, assignment review, and group Q&A. Ceech may remain up to 30 additional minutes for optional coaching.

Gradual Confidence Training

Progress from one classmate to a small group and eventually the cohort, so being seen while dancing becomes more comfortable.

Live Graduation Challenge

Complete a single-take, 30-second Running Man performance continuously and on beat in front of Ceech and your cohort.

Lifetime Video Access

Continue reviewing and practicing with the recorded lesson videos after the four-week cohort ends.

Bonus Session Recordings

When available, recordings of the weekly live sessions will be provided for review. Live participation remains important.

Student experiences

A New Program From a Proven Teacher

The Running Man Method is launching its first cohort, so there are no program graduates yet. But the teaching approach behind it has been developed through more than 25 years of helping students learn, improve, and become more confident.

George

Clear Instruction and Greater Confidence

George explains how Ceech simplifies movements, gives students time to practice, works with different skill levels, and helped him feel more confident dancing in public.

Martin

From “I’m Not a Dancer” to Doing the Steps

Martin came in with no dance background. He describes how Ceech made complicated movements feel manageable and helped him execute the steps during his first class.

Jordan

A Supportive Place to Learn

Jordan describes feeling comfortable in Ceech’s classes, learning through supportive groups, and forming friendships with other students.

These students did not need more impressive demonstrations. They needed an instructor who could make dance understandable.

Dance instructor Ceech Hsu smiling

Meet your teacher

Learn From an Experienced Teacher, Not Just a Talented Dancer

A talented dancer can show you what the Running Man looks like. An experienced teacher can identify why your movement is not working and explain how to correct it.

For more than 25 years, Ceech estimates he has taught more than 6,000 students through manageable progressions in rhythm, coordination, and dance.

  • More than 25 years teaching
  • 6,000+ students taught (estimated)
  • MA in Kinesiology
  • Professor at four Bay Area colleges
  • Guest instructor at Stanford, UC Berkeley, UC Santa Cruz, and more
  • Co-founder of Get Down Dance Studios
  • Creator of a Running Man course for Udemy
  • Mindtricks choreographer and director; several crew members later founded the Jabbawockeez

Ceech currently teaches hip-hop at Mission College, West Valley College, and Cabrillo College, and weight training at Gavilan College.

Ceech has also won Body Rock with DS Players, competed on America’s Got Talent, and received recognition for his contributions to the Bay Area hip-hop dance community.

Founding-cohort enrollment

Join the First 12 Students

Every student receives the complete four-week program. The only difference is how early you claim your seat. Enrollment is paid in full.

Best founding price

First 3 Students: $197

$197

Save $100 as one of the first three founding students.

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Next 3 Students: $247

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Save $50 by joining before the first six seats are filled.

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Remaining 6 Students: $297

$297

Standard enrollment price for the remaining available seats.

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Limited to three students

Add Private Coaching for $100

Two 20-minute private check-ins with Ceech, one in Week 1 and one in Week 3, focused on your specific challenges.

Confirm Your Commitment

This is active training, not a watch-only course. Please confirm before opening secure checkout.

Review what you are confirming
  • I commit to active practice and submitting practice videos.
  • I understand sharing is gradual and private Mastery Checkpoints are part of the process.
  • I commit to live participation and the graduation requirements.
  • I confirm I am an adult and physically ready to participate.
  • I have read and accept the refund, cancellation, and postponement terms.

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Enrollment closes September 17, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time, or immediately when all 12 seats are filled. The cohort requires at least eight students. If Ceech cancels or postpones it, you may choose a full refund or transfer after the next cohort dates are confirmed.

Questions before joining

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need previous dance experience?

No. The Running Man Method is designed for complete and frustrated adult beginners. You must be at least 18 years old.

What if I have no rhythm?

You should be able to recognize and follow a basic beat before enrolling. If you cannot yet do that, begin with the free Beat First rhythm-training tool, then return when your rhythm foundation is stronger.

Try Beat First free →
Are there any physical requirements?

You should be able to safely perform a light hop on the balls of your feet without pain or instability. If an injury, medical condition, or physical limitation could make the movement unsafe, consult a qualified healthcare professional before enrolling. If you simply feel uncoordinated, that is okay. The drills are designed to train coordination progressively.

Do I need special shoes or flooring?

No special equipment is required. Comfortable sneakers are recommended, but you may practice barefoot if that feels safe and comfortable. A smooth, clear surface such as hardwood, tile, or linoleum is ideal.

How much time must I practice each day?

There is no arbitrary daily-minute requirement. Practice each short drill until you believe you can demonstrate it correctly. Progress is based on mastery, not minutes watched.

How does personalized feedback work?

You will complete a private Mastery Checkpoint each week. Ceech will review it within 24 hours and explain what you are doing well and what needs adjustment. If revision is needed, practice the correction and resubmit within 48 hours. You may revise and resubmit as many times as necessary while the cohort is active.

What happens during the weekly live sessions?

The required 30-minute core session includes a progress check, assignment review, and group Q&A. When additional support is needed, Ceech may remain for up to 30 minutes of optional extended coaching. Sessions take place Thursdays at 8:00 p.m. Pacific Time.

What if I miss a live session?

Session recordings will be provided as an added bonus when available. Recordings do not replace required live participation unless your absence has been approved.

Who will see my video submissions?

Practice sharing expands gradually: an assigned partner in Week 1, a small group of three or four in Week 2, and the full cohort in Week 3. Graded Mastery Checkpoints remain private between you and Ceech. The final Graduation Challenge is performed live for Ceech and the cohort.

What happens if I don’t pass the Graduation Challenge?

Every student may make up to two graduation attempts. Students who submit all required work on time, complete assigned peer feedback, attend required sessions unless excused, and participate in graduation may repeat the next available Running Man Method cohort once at 50% off if they do not pass.

How long will I have access?

You will receive lifetime access to the recorded training videos. Personal feedback, grading, live coaching, and cohort-community access end on graduation day.

What is the refund policy?

You may request a full refund through Day 5 of the program. No refunds are available after Day 5, including for missed sessions or unfinished assignments. The cohort requires at least eight students. If Ceech cancels or postpones it, you may choose a full refund or transfer after the next cohort dates are confirmed.

Your next dance-floor chapter

Graduate on October 22, Then Take Your Running Man to Halloween

You do not need dozens of dance moves. You need one move that you understand, have practiced correctly, and can trust yourself to perform.

I understand this is active training that requires practice and video submissions.
I understand the gradual video-sharing progression and private Mastery Checkpoints.
I plan to attend the Thursday sessions and live Graduation Challenge.
I am at least 18 and can practice safely or have appropriate medical clearance.
I have reviewed the full-refund-through-Day-5 policy.
I Understand and Am Ready to Enroll

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Only 12 students

Limited to 12 students

Keep practicing

When the cohort ends, you can continue practicing with the free tutorials or explore private lessons for individualized feedback.

Stop watching from the wall. Start building a move you can confidently bring to the dance floor.

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