From the streets of the Bronx to the Paris 2024 Olympics, the podcast explores the rise of competitive street dance, Breaking. It delves into the challenges and excitement of turning passion into a lucrative career, while questioning if Breaking will be a one-hit wonder in future Olympic games.
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Breaking will debut at Paris 2024 Olympics, showcasing artistry and athleticism.
Financial challenges exist in breaking despite its unique combination of art and sport.
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Introduction of Breaking at the Paris Olympics
Breaking, also known as breakdancing, is set to debut at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Originating from the streets of the Bronx in the 70s, breaking combines artistry and athleticism, making it a unique addition to the Olympic program. Despite limited financial rewards in breaking, dedicated practitioners express their love for the art and commitment to its growth.
Scoring and Judging in Breaking Competitions
Breaking competitions use a comparative judging model without numerical scores to maintain the art form's integrity. Elements like top rock, bottom rock, power moves, and freezes showcase the dancers' physical prowess and artistic expression. Judges focus on movement, creativity, and athleticism to determine winners in battles characterized by individual performances and responses.
Challenges and Opportunities for Breakers
Breakers face financial challenges as breaking lacks the lucrative opportunities seen in other hip-hop elements like rap. Some regions, such as Japan, offer more sponsorship support for breakers compared to countries like Australia. Despite financial constraints, breakers like Dr. Rachel Gunn from Australia view the Olympics as a platform to elevate breaking's visibility and earn respect for the art form.
Paris 2024 will see the debut of the competitive street dance, Breaking.
From the streets of the Bronx in the 70s to sport's biggest stage, we hear from the pioneers and the athletes hoping to turn their passion into a lucrative career.
Breaking isn’t currently on the list for the next games in LA in 2028, so could it be a one-hit wonder?
(Image: Man doing a headstand outside with his crew cheering in the background. Credit: Getty Images)
Presented and produced by Matt Lines
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