The Exchange – Where Studio and Street Dancers Meet!

10th Annual Exchange on Sunday, March 2, 2025, from 12:30 – 6:00 pm.

Location: Blue Waves Basketball Gym 631 Stevens Ave. Portland ME

Click here to register for classes, to battle, or to observe.

A family-friendly hip-hop event where dancers come together to celebrate their love of hip-hop culture. Live Djs, Emcees, Breakin’ and All Styles battles, and Graffiti artists. Cash Prizes are available for winners. PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO BATTLE. Special Guest Performance by Phunk Phenomenon, with a portion of proceeds donated to Hip Hop 4 Hope & Jared’s Fight.

Registration to battle closes at 8 pm on 3/1/25 with a very limited # of day tickets available on a first come, first serve.

2025 Event Timeline:

10 am – Master Breaking Class with Bboy El Nino $25

11 am – Master Class with Devin Woolridge $25

12 pm – Battle Prep Class with JunnYahh $15

12:30 pm- Doors open and Open Cypher

12:45 pm – All Styles Battles 1v1 Kids Prelims

1:15 pm – Breakin Battles 1v1 Kids Prelims

1:45 pm – All Styles Battles 1v1 Adults Prelims

2:15 pm – Breakin 2v2 Adults Prelims

4:30/5 pm – Group Exhibitions and Finals