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Jun 3, 2024 · break-dancer. break dancing, energetic form of dance, fashioned and popularized by African Americans and Latinos, that includes stylized footwork and athletic moves such as back spins or head spins. Break dancing originated in New York City during the late 1960s and early ’70s, incorporating moves from a variety of sources, including martial ...
Jun 2, 2024 · Breakdancing became a global phenomenon in the 1980s, captivating audiences with its electrifying performances and competitive spirit. As it gained popularity, breakdancing competitions, known as "battles," became a cornerstone of the hip-hop culture, showcasing dancers' skills and creativity.
Jun 2, 2024 · A roadmap to follow for the debut of breakdancing at the Paris Olympics: Athletes to Watch. Victor Montalvo (B-boy Victor), United States: A breaker who describes himself as a student of old school b-boys from the founding era of hip-hop, the 30-year-old Montalvo, who is from Kissimmee, Florida, qualified for Paris by besting all other b-boys at the 2023 WDSF World Breaking Championship in ...
May 21, 2024 · Breakdancing isn’t an invention of a single person or place. Its roots can be traced back to 1970s New York City, specifically to block parties in the Bronx. Influenced by African American and Latino cultures, breaking emerged as a unique blend of dance styles, incorporating elements from gymnastics, martial arts, and even acrobatics.
May 29, 2024 · Inspired by Breakin’ ‘n’ Enterin’, a 1983 documentary about Los Angeles’s hip hop scene, Joel Silberg’s Breakin’ was the first breakdancing movie to step up. Subsequently, it became ...
May 22, 2024 · From the Bronx to Les Halles de Paris. Breaking emerged in the 1970s in the United States in one of New York's five boroughs, the Bronx. The story goes that it allowed gangs to confront each other peacefully. It's also a way of expressing oneself by combining sport, culture and music. It arrived in Europe and flourished in the 1980s and 1990s.
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Jun 3, 2024 · Almost ten years ago, in 2015, Jussi “Focus” Sirviö founded B-Boy and B-Girl Dojo, the first online breakdancing school.In 2021, Jussi Sirviö was appointed Head Coach of the Finland Team for ...
