Breaking 101: Stand Up

Our Breaking 101 instructor B-boy Young One makes learning fun!

The students in the beginners’ class practice basic moves and techniques, and sometimes they do that by playing the game Simon Says.

Here you see the last two standing during a round of lighthearted competition.

After “Simon says look at each other”, Young tried to get the young breakers to do a backstep without asking properly. They remained locked on each other as their peers laughed and Young acknowledged their attentiveness with a thumbs up. | AOTA – Photos by Yo Joe Photo

Breaking 101: Simon Says

Breaking 101 instructor B-Boy Young One makes learning fun.

Teaching and refining breaking skills requires attention to detail, practice, focus, and, of course, trial and error.

While mistakes and missteps happen, most often the students are too busy having a good time to care.

One of the ways Young ensures they get in reps and rehearsal without worrying about whether they’re doing a move right or wrong is by playing Simon Says. |AOTA