In the arena, the dancers gaze at each other before beginning their movements. The dome, the tendril, the…
In the arena, the dancers gaze at each other before beginning their movements. The cupola, the spin, the clash, the legs contort, the heads rub the ground, the arms cross, and the public asks for more. “You will not remember your address, you will be so shocked,” warns Teddy Hardvin, organizer of the battle for fifteen years.
Succession on site
Around 9:30 p.m., three dancers come forward. Lussy Sky, Drewd and Raptor are Ukrainian, from Navi Crew. Arrived in Pessac at the end of the followingnoon following a complicated journey from Poland because of the strikes, they intend to impose their style on the track. “We train a little less than before, but now we have the experience and the style so we are confident,” explains Lussy Sky in English. Accustomed to the Pessac Battle Arena, this is his third participation.
Lussy Sky from the Ukrainian Navi Crew trains before the battle.
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Other nationalities are present, from Venezuela, Japan, United States and France. “It’s one of the highest levels we’ve had, assures Teddy Hardvin. We have the next French generation dancing here. “Several participants are expected to participate in the 2024 Olympics.
The BMX will once more be at the Urban Vibrations meeting on Sunday. Guillaume Bonnaud / SOUTH WEST
Not to be missed on Sunday July 10:
La Station, open from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. This will be the last opportunity to stroll through the new festival village, free and accessible to all, to find vintage clothing nuggets, discover local artists or associations linked to street culture.
BMX is honored for this last day with the indoor competition, from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., or the free outdoor session, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
The last Lab Session, another novelty of this edition. Three dance classes, hip-hop, dancehall and afro, between 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. One class is 20 euros, the three at 50 euros.
