“All of the Above Hip Hop Academy is a non-profit organization made up of artists, educators, and advocates that mentor youth, support artistic expression and serve communities as a Hip Hop Cultural resource for the purpose of youth development.”
Hip Hop. Education. Community. All of the Above. | AOTA - Photo by Yo Joe Photo
It’s beautiful to see our community come together in support of breaking!
This was a huge cypher comprised of our Breaking 101 and Breaking 102 students along our instructors B-Boy Young One and Flava Vitz, and members of MSU Breakers.
The energy in the room was electric and everyone, especially the parents, left with proud smiles on their faces! | AOTA - Photos by Yo Joe Photo
Photo by Yo Joe Photo
Connecting to something bigger than oneself ignites the imagination and fuels possibility.
Having Ameur Guesmi aka Bboy Zulu Rema with us was 100% pure concentrated brilliance.
For our young breakers to see Hip Hop’s impact in the global context through the eyes of a 21-year-old old Tunisian B-boy and visual artist was an unforgettable experience.
For him to take the time to train with our students, sharing knowledge and techniques was legendary.
Thank you, Rema, and the folks at Hip Hop Association of Advancement and Education (HHAAE) for blessing us.
You have fam here in Lansing Michigan. | AOTA
All of the Above Hip Hop Academy and 99Stylez Crew proudly present CAP City!
CAP City is a two-day dance event in Lansing, Michigan's Capital, on Friday August 5th and Saturday August 6th. Summer vibes will be in full effect: fresh air, fresher music and the freshest dancers on the scenic Lansing River Trail!
SAVE THE DATE, spread the word, and prepare for TWO battles: 2 vs 2 breaking, $1500 first place prize, $500 second place; 1 vs 1 kids breaking, $200 first place prize, $100 second place.
Schedule (exact times TBD): Friday 8/5: 2v2 breaking prelims, Saturday 8/6: 1v1 kids prelims and battles, 2v2 breaking battles.
Location: Friday venue in the works, stay tuned! Saturday venue: Shiawassee Street Bridge. Stay tuned for more event details!
Judges and DJs TBA | AOTA – Artwork by Chris Kaku
We were excited to have Bboy Zulu Rema from Tunesia with us April 7th to spread that international Hip Hip culture love.
Shout out to Hip Hop Association of Advancement and Education (HHAAE) for making it possible!
Kicking off our first spring session centered on the universal power of Hip Hop. Salute Monk Matthaeus for the hook up!
There was a Q&A and, of course, an open session to build with the brotha Rema when he touched down in Lansing. | AOTA - Photos by Yo Joe Photo
Photo by Yo Joe Photo
Photo by AOTA and The Record Lounge
If you missed The Jump Off Champions Edition live on March 26, 2022, you can watch the event in full now!
Thank you, UnoDeuce Multimedia!
Shout out to The Record Lounge, Heather Frarey, all the contestants, judges, special guests, crew, and attendees who made this The Jump Off one for the books! | AOTA
Our young breakers collectively get excited for the cypher. Some individuals, though, look forward to it a bit more than others.
They’re waiting anxiously to show off a polished technique they’ve learned in class or to surprise everyone with a new and unexpected move they’ve practiced at home.
We love when they show off polished techniques! We love being surprised by the unexpected! | AOTA - Photos by Yo Joe Photo
Photo by Yo Joe Photo
The Jump Off is back, but this year will feature returning champs for the first ever Top 8 Champions Edition Tournament!
All of the Above Hip Hop Academy has been giving beat makers a platform for over a decade, and on March 26th, 8 of the best to do it will go head-to-head competing for $1,000 and heavy bragging rights!
Fans and admires in attendance and everyone who watching online via various web sites, social media platforms, and live streaming outlets will be able to vote during each round using an app.
There will also be a panel of four judges – DJ Bizzy B, Ward Skillz, John Beltran, and Kaz Drumatik – on hand to assist with selecting de facto winners.
Tune in live either at The Record Lounge in REO Town or on Twitch (twitch.tv/aotahiphop) March 26th from 3-6pm!
Mark your calendars for this free event.
It’s The Jump Off! | AOTA
Photo by Yo Joe Photo
Our second 8-week Breaking 101 session at Foster Community Center is underway!
We’re excited to have everyone back and we welcome all the new breakers and supporters joining us!
With an incredible increase in interest and signups, this is our chance to impact more young lives in our community and teach them the art of breaking, one of the key elements of Hip Hop culture.
Our 101 classes are the perfect introduction for beginners and our newly established 102 classes will further the development of intermediate breakers.
Breaking is a community and we’re endlessly thrilled to grow it. | AOTA - Photo by Yo Joe Photo
Photo by AOTA and The Record Lounge
Our first 8-week session at Foster Community Center ended with a night of fun, laughs, appreciation, and a great cypher!
The lighthearted yet heartfelt finale concluded with lots of photos, including instructor B-boy Young One posing with students and supporters.
We appreciate all the breakers, parents, and community supporters who contributed their time, love, and support to this first term at Foster.
Breaking is a community, and together we made it a success! | AOTA - Photo by Yo Joe Photo
Photo by Yo Joe Photo
The Jump Off is back, but this year will feature returning champs for the first ever Top 8 Champions Edition Tournament!
All of the Above Hip Hop Academy has been giving beat makers a platform for over a decade, and on March 26th, 8 of the best to do it will go head-to-head competing for $1,000 and heavy bragging rights!
Traditionally, this tournament-style event puts artists who are behind the scenes in the spotlight. The only difference this time around is all 8 contestants are individually known and praised as producers for what they bring to Hip Hop music.
Like in other installments, each competitor will come prepared with an arsenal of beats to battle with. The production is masterfully crafted to win the judges’ approval showcasing technique, creativity, quality, and passion with every carefully selected track.
Everyone watching virtually will also have the opportunity to vote for their favorite producer during the event.
Tune in live either at The Record Lounge in REO Town or on Twitch (twitch.tv/aotahiphop) March 26th from 3-6pm!
Mark your calendars for this free event.
It’s The Jump Off! | AOTA
Fresh kicks are essential to a breaker.
Wearing shoes that are light and comfortable is vital. They must look good too!
“Daaaang … Did you see what they just did?! And look at those shoes! It’s gotta be the shoes!”
Let’s not forget that breaking is an art that’s steeped in style. Rocking a nice pair adds traction to a breaker’s confidence. | AOTA - Photos by Yo Joe Photo
