Breaking Beginner
Beginner Breaking.
at Hip Hop Soulsation Academy, Portland · 4.9★ (30 Google reviews)
Next class
Sun, Oct 25, 1:30 PM
Sundays 1:30 PM–2:30 PM
Ask first: Call +1503-253-7447 · Email · Contact page
Checked against the studio’s timetable 2 days ago
About this class
A 60-minute beginner breaking class, on Sundays at 1:30 PM, at Hip Hop Soulsation Academy, 10233 NE Clackamas St. The studio lists 14 classes a week: Hip-Hop (6), Breaking (2), Adult Zen-Movement Class, Contemporary, Dance Improv Class, and Kids Advanced, and 6 of them are at beginner level.
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 Sunday 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 Hip Hop Soulsation Academy
Don’t forget it
Remind me before Sun, Oct 25
One email the day before, with the address and the studio’s booking link. Nothing else unless you tick the box.
Getting there
10233 NE Clackamas St, Portland, OR 97220 Dance school
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?
It's priced as a term, so you may need to book the whole block. Ask before you go: on hhssa.com or call +1503-253-7447.
How much is it?
$90 (term).
Is it beginner friendly?
Yes. It's listed as beginner.
When does it run?
Every Sunday, 1:30 PM–2:30 PM.
Where is it?
Hip Hop Soulsation Academy, 10233 NE Clackamas St, Portland, OR 97220.
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: hhssa.com/services
- First listed on DanceHow October 17, 2026; last checked 2 days ago. We re-check timetables every week.
- Rating from Google: 4.9★ from 30 reviews. Sponsored studios are always labelled.