Breakdancing, or breaking, is an electrifying dance form that continues to captivate audiences worldwide. Among its many impressive moves, the head spin stands out as a crowd-pleaser. Today, we’re diving into an advanced variation of this move: the bicycle head spin. Our guide for this tutorial is none other than the legendary Lil Cesar from the Air Force Crew in…
The kick up, also known as a kip up, is a fundamental move that bridges the worlds of martial arts, gymnastics, and breakdancing. This dynamic technique allows dancers to explosively transition from a supine position to standing, adding flair and energy to routines. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll break down the kick up into manageable steps, helping beginners master this…
The Bronco is a classic breaking move that has been a staple in the b-boy community since the 1980s. Often featured in movies and shows depicting breakdancing, this move is not only visually impressive but also serves as an excellent foundation for more advanced techniques. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll break down the Bronco step-by-step, exploring its history, benefits, and…
The planche push-up is an advanced calisthenics move that showcases incredible upper body strength and control. It’s a staple in breakdancing, gymnastics, and street workout routines. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll break down the steps to achieve this impressive feat, as taught by Quang Bang from 2nd Nature crew and Business Time. Quang Bang, a San Jose native who honed…
The baby suicide is a versatile and dynamic move in breaking that serves as a foundation for various transitions and combinations. This tutorial, taught by the legendary Ziggy from the Bronx Boys Crew, who has been dancing since 1977, will guide you through the intricacies of this powerful move. Whether you’re a b-boy, locker, popper, or any other style of…
Breaking, also known as b-boying or b-girling, is a dynamic and expressive dance form that has captivated audiences worldwide for decades. Today we are going to be learning the long-awaited “Reverse Power Sweeps.” These were one of my favorite moves growing up because of the way my friends and I figured it out – by watching footage of ourselves dancing…
The head swipe is a foundational move in breaking that not only looks impressive but also serves a practical purpose. It’s an excellent technique for recovering from falling onto your back, making it a valuable addition to any breaker’s repertoire. Today, we’ll be exploring the beginner’s version of the head swipe, breaking it down into manageable steps to help new…
Breaking, also known as breakdancing, is a dynamic and expressive form of street dance that has captivated audiences worldwide. Among its many impressive moves, the Suicide (also known as Deadman) stands out as a visually striking and deceptively simple technique. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll break down the Suicide move, provide step-by-step instructions, and offer valuable tips to help you…
Breaking, also known as breakdancing, is a dynamic and expressive form of street dance that has captivated audiences worldwide. One of the most impressive and popular moves in breaking is the air chair, a challenging freeze that showcases strength, balance, and control. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll break down the air chair technique, provide step-by-step instructions, and offer valuable tips…
I’ve seen many dancers struggle with efficient freeze transitions. One of the most common issues I’ve noticed is the tendency to use wild, kicking motions when changing from one freeze to another. While this might look flashy to beginners, it’s actually an inefficient and often sloppy technique that can hinder your progress and style. In this blog post, we’re going…
I’ve come to realize that mastering the art of breaking goes far beyond learning a few basic moves. One of the most overlooked aspects of breaking, especially among beginners, is the importance of get-downs or drops. These are the moves that transition you from a standing position to the floor, setting up your footwork, freezes, and power moves. Many novice…
I’ve noticed a common issue among newcomers to the dance form: while they practice their movements diligently, they often struggle to apply these movements rhythmically to the music. This disconnect can make even the most technically impressive moves fall flat in a cypher or battle. Today, we’ll explore four movement combos specifically structured to follow the rhythm of the music,…