Breakin' is a dance form born out of the Bronx, New York in the 1970's. The term Breaker originates from the instrumental break of a record mixed by DJs (disc jockeys). This is the section that the dancers would favour,
'executing moves that imitated the rupture in rhythmic continuity as it was hilighted in the musical break' (Rose 1994: Black Noise), hence the name Break boy which has been abbreviated to Bboy. Bboyin refers to the whole culture of the dance form in which knowledge of foundation techniques such as footwork and toprockin, form the base for power moves. Breakin' is contextualised by music which inspires the dancer to intertwine their movement with the beat.

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The SINSTARS are a professional and highly skilled collection of Bboys and Bgirls from across the UK, France, Switzerland, the US and Japan. We work as a revolving crew which automatically encourages communication and inspiration amongst the dancers. Breakers , Poppers, Lockers, style and power, all combine to represent SINSTARS in the form of individuals as well as members from other established crews.

The DEADLY SINS is the battle crew created from the SINSTARS. It boasts seven of SIN Cru's best dancers: five Bboys, one Bgirl and a PopLocker.

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The JNR SINSTARS are a strong collective of the UK's up and coming Bboy and Bgirl talent. It is a youth crew which ranges in age from 10 - 17 yrs with a high standard of ability. All JNR SINSTARS are selected as a result of their level of dance and commitment in the workshops run by experienced SINSTARS who are able to provide suppport and knowledge.

The JNR SINSTARS will no doubt be some of the best Bboys and Bgirls the UK has to offer in the future, as they not only understand how to dance but also the surrounding culture.

JNR Sinstars Annual Report

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Through an enticing mixture of elements, SIN Cru devises performances specifically for the theatre. These performances focus on dance as the main medium of expression which we hope helps to raise awareness and the profile of Breakin' as a valid dance form to the wider dance commmunity.

*Please get in contact to check availability
and suitability before coming to any session

ONE OFF SESSIONS

> tbc

REGULAR SESSIONS

April 2008

> Monday

JNR SINSTARS BREAKIN TECHNIQUE

from 21st April - 11th July

4.30 - 6.00pm @Manor Community College, Arbury Road, Cambridge

£44.50

BEGINNERS BREAKIN FOUNDATION

from 21st April - 11th July

*ALL AGES 6.15 - 7.15pm @Manor Community College, Arbury Road, Cambridge

£33

BREAKIN FOR BEGINNERS

from 21st April - 11th July

12.30 - 1.30pm @St Andrews Hall, St Andrews Rd, Cambridge

FREE - only open to students from Cottenham Village College

POPPIN' (6-14yrs age group)

from 23rd April onwards

5.00 - 6.00pm @Next Generation Health Club, Barnwell Rd, Cambridge

£poa

> Tuesday

BREAKIN FOR BEGINNERS (6-11yrs)

from 22nd April - 11th July

6.00 - 7.00pm/7.00 - 8.00pm @Salvation Army Barn, Cottenham

£poa

BREAKIN FOR BEGINNERS (12yrs+)

from 22nd April - 11th July

8.00 - 9.00pm @Salvation Army Barn, Cottenham

£poa

KEN SWIFTS BEGINNERS B.BOY/B.GIRL CLASSES

from May onwards...

8:45 - 10.00pm

@Peridance 890 Broadway, 20th st. 6th, Floor NY NY 10003, USA

$17. 00 per class - $160 per 10 - class card

> Wednesday

BREAKIN FOR IMPROVERS

from 23rd April - 11th July

5.30 - 7.00pm @Manor Community College, Arbury Road, Cambridge

£44.50

POPPIN'

from 23rd April - 11th July

7.15 - 8.15pm @Manor Community College, Arbury Road, Cambridge

£33

KEN SWIFTS BEGINNERS B.BOY/B.GIRL CLASSES

from May onwards...

5:45 - 7.00pm

@Morocco Studios, 6 West 20th. St. 2nd. Fl. NY NY 10003, USA

$17. 00 per class - $160 per 10 - class card

> Thursday

POPPIN' (6-14yrs age group)

from 23rd April onwards

5.00 - 5.45pm @Next Generation Health Club, Barnwell Rd, Cambridge

£poa

> Friday

BODY CONDITIONING

from 25th April - 11th July

4.15 - 5.15pm @Manor Community College, Arbury Road, Cambridge

£33

BBOY TRAINING (invitation only)

from 25th April - 11th July

5.15 - 6.30pm @Manor Community College, Arbury Road, Cambridge

£tbc

BEGINNERS BREAKIN

every Friday until further notice...

7.00 - 8.00pm @Bodywork Dance Studios,

Glisson Road, Cambridge

£ check Bodywork for details

> Saturday

n/a

> Sunday

n/a