September 3rd, 8:30 p.m.

Club Soda

JOAT 2026 Breaking Battle

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September 3rd, 8:30 p.m.

Club Soda

The battle, an event that brings people together in street dance culture, brings together street dance artists in a context of exchange, performance, challenge, and adrenaline.

In complete improvisation, B-Boys and B-Girls, both local and international, take turns challenging each other, following JOAT’s official battle rules. Each round highlights the creativity, musicality, and technical skill of the participants.

An MC (host) and a DJ animate this high-energy evening.

Judges evaluate the performances to determine who stands out the most.

Who will win over the judges and take home the title of JOAT’s Breaking Battle champion this year?

JUDGES

To be announced

GUESTS

To be announced

DJ

To be announced

Please note: To participate in a battle Club Soda as a dancer, you must first go through the prelims.
To enter the prelims, you must hold a performer ticket for the battle of your choice ($). Only those selected during the prelims will move on to compete in the battle.

FORFAIT 4 BATTLES

PACKAGE Breaking, Hip Hop, Popping and KidzBattle | 4 nights of battles, 4 times more fun!
Participate in 4 JOAT Battles and benefit from a special discount!

Presale
Until June 19, 2026 – 11:59 PM
$46,50 / Battle
$129,50 / 4 Battles Package

Regular
$55 / Battle
$155 / 4 Battles Package

RULES

Top 16
FOOTWORK: Footwork as a core element in breaking
EYE CONTACT: You have to keep your gaze fixed on your opponent

Top 8
SPACE & DYNAMICS: Make use of the space and dynamic movements
STACKING FREEZES: Superimpositions and build-up of freezes

Top 4
DO THE FLÉAU: Dance while keeping one leg straight
GET FUNKY WITH IT: Command of rhythm, funk, and groove

Finale
– CONCEPT OF DANCER 1
– CONCEPT OF DANCER 2
– FREESTYLE ROUND

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