Welcome to the hottest hip-hop block party of the year! Get ready to groove and move as we bring together dancers from across the UK and Europe for a day of celebration and exchange. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this event is for you. Test your flavor and show off your skills!

RDE (Rotation, Dance, Exchange) is all about bringing together the diverse styles of hip-hop dance and movement culture. From Breaking to Popping to Waacking and beyond, we're here to embrace the richness of the hip-hop community. But that's not all – our platform also welcomes contemporary dance enthusiasts with our Live and Experimental category. It's a melting pot of creativity and expression like you've never seen before!

Sign up to battle, cheer on your favorite dancers, or attend one of our electrifying workshops. The Exchange Category offers something for everyone, whether you're entering solo or ready to take on the competition in our All-Style Seven 2 Smoke showdown.

Our esteemed judges will be on hand to crown the champions, while the beats pumping through the speakers will keep you moving all day long. And don't forget our fabulous host, who will keep the energy high and the party going strong.

Entry to this epic event is just £10, so lace up your sneakers and get ready to join the fun. Spectators are welcome too, with tickets priced at £15. And the best part? We've got some serious cash prizes up for grabs, with winners in each category taking home big bucks to fuel their passion for dance.

Experience the 80s hip hop dance battle culture,  Be part of 1/2 days of Rotation Dance Exchange World Finals, Witness the crowning of new champions, enjoy our culture of positive dance battles. These 2 community days are designed to facilitate space for local and international dancers to exchange.   RDE thrives in the community by spotlighting dancers from all backgrounds to bring together live music, Djs, break dance, street, all battles, experimental and more!

Want to actively be a part of the dance battles ? Register your/dance schools interests to be involved and show us how you stand out from others

Like to spectate and enjoy entertainment? Be a spectator in the dance events.

Day 1 : 1V1, Breaking Beginners, Amateur and Pro. 1V1, All Style Beginners and Amateur. All Style Crew vs Crew (5) Qualification, Live and experimental, Universal House Battle

Day 2 - Panel discussion, Judges Showcase, All style 7 to smoke Qualification and Finals. 1V1 Breaking Amateur and Pro (Top 4 - Final) 1V1, All Style Beginners and Amateur(Top 4 - Final) All Style Crew vs Crew (Top 4 - Final), Live and experimental(Top 4 - Final), Universal House Battle (Top 4 - Final).

On the Table for Winners

1v1 Beginners (Breaking and All style) - £100 + Trophy + Clothing

1v1 Semi Pro (Breaking and All style) - £150 + Trophy + Clothing

1v1 Pro - £250 + Trophy + Clothing

All style Crew Vs Crew - £600 + Trophy + Clothing

Live and Experimental - £100 + Trophy + Clothing

All style 7 to smoke - £200 + Trophy + Clothing

+ All Participants will be interviewed as part off our ongoing series on Rotation Dance Exchange TV. Join us and immerse yourself in DJ Khanfu and More, Event hosted by the living archive Flowrex, supported by Namiuki - Also enjoy our lead up series on Youtube Rotation Dance Exchange TV.

A community day bringing together dancers from the UK and Several European Countries to celebrate a common interest in extensive exchange. Whatever your age or level, young or old, beginner or advanced, test your flavor. A dripped in live music, exchanges AND food.

RDE ensures a regular coming together of different Hip Hop dance styles and affiliate movement styles that embraces exchange culture : Breaking, Popping, waacking etc. This exchange platform also accommodates contemporary dance enthusiasts with our Live and Experimental category.

Exchange Category

Solo Breaking Beginners, Solo Breaking Semi Pro, Solo Breaking Pro, Solo All-style beginners, All style Seven 2 Smoke, Live and Experimental

Sign up to battle

Judge : Special k, NOINDEX, TIA ELLIS, DAZO PARIS cROSSLEY,

Music by: dj khanfu AND tigran, LIVE MUSIC FROM iris lo.

Host: Namiuki

PARTICIPANTS Entry fee: £10 - Spectators :£15

Prizes: Solo Breaking Pro £250 - Solo Breaking Beginners £100 - Solo Breaking Semi Pro £150 - Solo All-style beginners £100- All style Seven 2 Smoke £200 - Live and Experimental £200.

*Payment made via Paypal or direct bank transfer.

Inquiry : breakdancemanchester@gmail.com

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