Breaking Absolute beginner Kids
Absolute Beginner Breaking.
at Northeast Community Center (NECC), Portland · 4.3★ (75 Google reviews)
Next class
Sat, Oct 24, 10:45 AM
Saturdays 10:45 AM–11:30 AM
Ask first: Call +1503-284-3377 · Email
Checked against the studio’s timetable 2 days ago
About this class
A 45-minute absolute beginner breaking class for kids, on Saturdays at 10:45 AM, at Northeast Community Center (NECC), 1630 NE 38th Ave. The studio lists 60 classes a week: Level 5 Lessons (10), Level 4 Lessons (7), Pre-Level 1 for Swimmers Age 3-5 (7), Adult Lap Swim Lessons (6), Pre-Level 2 for Swimmers Age 3-5 (5), and Adult/Teen Beginner Lessons (4), and 23 of them are at beginner level.
From the studio’s timetable“Fall Session”
DanceHow data
Breaking classes in Portland
Every breaking class we track in Portland, read from studio timetables.
14
breaking classes a week
10
studios teach it
20%
start at 6:00 PM or later
29%
are beginner level
Breaking classes by day
Tuesday is the busiest day for breaking in Portland (2 of 5 dated classes). This is the only Saturday breaking class we track here. 20% start at 6:00 PM or later. No breaking class here publishes a drop-in price, so ask when you book.
This week at Northeast Community Center (NECC)
Don’t forget it
Remind me before Sat, Oct 24
One email the day before, with the address and the studio’s booking link. Nothing else unless you tick the box.
Getting there
1630 NE 38th Ave, Portland, OR 97232 Community center · Fitness center · Gym
DirectionsSame style nearby
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Before you go
Your first breaking class
Is Breaking beginner-friendly?
Absolutely. Breaking footwork is learnable by anyone, regardless of dance background. Good beginner classes teach you the basic steps at a comfortable pace, and there's no pressure to land freezes or power moves straight away. The style is built on improvisation, which means you can express yourself from day one—no choreography to memorise.
Do I need any prior dance experience to start Breaking?
No prior experience is needed. Many people come to Breaking with no dance background at all. A willingness to listen to music, move your body, and have fun is genuinely all you need. Experienced dancers often find Breaking harder than they expect because it requires listening and improvisation, not just technique.
What should I wear to a Breaking class?
Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothes (joggers, tracksuit bottoms, or jeans) and trainers with good ankle support and a smooth sole. Breaking is casual and street-rooted, so don't overthink it. The right footwear is more important than the outfit—your shoes need to let you glide and pivot smoothly.
Questions about this class
Can I just turn up?
The studio doesn't say. Ask before you go: on necommunitycenter.org or call +1503-284-3377.
How much is it?
The price isn't listed. Beginner kids' classes in Portland typically cost $40–$40 per class (median $40, from 13 classes that publish a price).
Is it beginner friendly?
Yes. It's listed as absolute beginner for kids.
When does it run?
Every Saturday, 10:45 AM–11:30 AM.
Where is it?
Northeast Community Center (NECC), 1630 NE 38th Ave, Portland, OR 97232.
Answers come from this class’s listing and update when the timetable does.
How we know this
- We read this class from the studio’s own timetable: calendar.google.com/calendar/embed?height=600&wkst=1&bgcolor=%23fff...
- First listed on DanceHow October 17, 2026; last checked 2 days ago. We re-check timetables every week.
- Rating from Google: 4.3★ from 75 reviews. Sponsored studios are always labelled.