Explore Breaking Open Jams in Christchurch
Step onto the floor and join the Breaking Open Jam at MOVE Ōtautahi — an open, welcoming space where dancers of all levels can come together to train, practise, share and inspire one another.
Unlike a structured breaking class, an open jam gives you the freedom to work on what you’re learning, experiment with your own movement and develop your individual style. With music playing throughout the session, you can move at your own pace, try new things and enjoy the energy of dancing alongside other people.
What to expect
Open jams are intentionally unstructured. There is no set choreography or lesson to follow, giving you the freedom to choose what you want to practise and how you want to use the space.
You might spend time working on toprock, footwork, freezes, powermoves or freestyle, experiment with new ideas, or simply enjoy moving to the music.
The open format makes the jam a great opportunity to put skills from breaking classes into practice, develop your confidence and discover your own movement style.
Breaking, freestyle and community
Breaking is about more than individual skills. The culture of breaking includes connection, creativity, music, exchange and community.
These Friday jams bring dancers together in a relaxed and supportive environment, creating opportunities to learn from one another, share movement and be inspired by the people around you.
Hosted by the Common Ground crew, the sessions are also a chance to connect with the wider Christchurch breaking community and become part of a growing local dance scene.
Who is this breaking open jam for?
Everyone is welcome, from complete beginners to experienced breakers.
You don’t need previous breaking experience to attend. If you’re new to breaking, the open jam provides a low-pressure opportunity to get familiar with the space, music and movement. More experienced dancers can use the session to train, experiment and refine their skills.
The focus is on participation, exploration and community — everyone belongs on the floor.
Breaking Open Jams in Ōtautahi Christchurch
MOVE offers dance, circus and movement classes at Parakiore Recreation and Sports Centre in Christchurch, providing opportunities for people to learn, practise and connect through movement.
The Friday Breaking Open Jams are hosted by Common Ground crew, creating a regular meeting point for Christchurch breakers and anyone interested in exploring the culture and movement of breaking.
If you’re searching for breaking open jams in Christchurch, breakdance jams, breaking practice sessions, freestyle dance Christchurch, breaking classes or Christchurch breaking community events, these weekly sessions offer an open space to train, connect and dance.
When: Fridays, 5:30-7:30pm
What to wear: comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely and suitable sneakers or dance shoes are recommended.
Movement Studio 1,
Level 2, Parakiore
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