KRUMP 101
Presented by LH Combine x Street Talk
Following the success of Breaking 101, Street Talk has partnered with LH Combine to create Krump 101.
Krump 101 is a four-week foundational programme introducing the raw power, culture and discipline of krump.
Delivered by south Auckland locals Ken Vaega, Ennoalla Paea and Trenten Omeri, this course provides direct access to world-class artists who are not only highly regarded in Aotearoa, but respected on the international stage.
With over four decades of dance and community involvement between them, our tutors are experienced industry dancers who regularly teach, judge and represent New Zealand globally. Their strong reputation, combined with krump’s deep roots in South Auckland, makes this programme both culturally relevant and aspirational.
Krump 101 is about more than movement. It’s about expression, discipline, confidence and identity. Participants will learn important foundations, battle etiquette, freestyle development and the cultural origins of krump — building both technical skill and personal presence in a supportive environment.
Dates: Every Thursday in March 2026
Time: 4-6pm (4-5pm workshop, 5-6pm open jam with 1-on-1 support)
Duration: 4 weeks
Location: Clendon Basketball Courts
This free programme is funded by Auckland Council's 'Out and About'
Presented by LH Combine x Street Talk
Following the success of Breaking 101, Street Talk has partnered with LH Combine to create Krump 101.
Krump 101 is a four-week foundational programme introducing the raw power, culture and discipline of krump.
Delivered by south Auckland locals Ken Vaega, Ennoalla Paea and Trenten Omeri, this course provides direct access to world-class artists who are not only highly regarded in Aotearoa, but respected on the international stage.
With over four decades of dance and community involvement between them, our tutors are experienced industry dancers who regularly teach, judge and represent New Zealand globally. Their strong reputation, combined with krump’s deep roots in South Auckland, makes this programme both culturally relevant and aspirational.
Krump 101 is about more than movement. It’s about expression, discipline, confidence and identity. Participants will learn important foundations, battle etiquette, freestyle development and the cultural origins of krump — building both technical skill and personal presence in a supportive environment.
Dates: Every Thursday in March 2026
Time: 4-6pm (4-5pm workshop, 5-6pm open jam with 1-on-1 support)
Duration: 4 weeks
Location: Clendon Basketball Courts
This free programme is funded by Auckland Council's 'Out and About'
4-WEEK PROGRAMME OUTLINE
WEEK 1 — Foundations & Culture
Theme: What is Krump?
WEEK 2 — Character & Expression
Theme: Finding Your Krump Persona
WEEK 3 — Battle Skills & Strategy
Theme: Entering the Arena
WEEK 4 — Showcase & Community Cypher
Theme: Performance & Growth
WEEK 1 — Foundations & Culture
Theme: What is Krump?
- Introduction to krump history and culture (LA origins, purpose, battle culture)
- Understanding krump vocabulary: stomps, chest pops, arm swings, jabs
- Basic groove and energy control
- Freestyle introduction exercises
- Cypher etiquette and safe space building
WEEK 2 — Character & Expression
Theme: Finding Your Krump Persona
- Review of foundations
- Developing character and emotional storytelling through movement
- Musicality and timing exercises
- Small group cyphers
WEEK 3 — Battle Skills & Strategy
Theme: Entering the Arena
- Battle structure and etiquette
- Battle signalling and gestures
- Energy pacing and stamina drills
- Round building (30–45 second freestyle rounds)
- Mock battles in supportive format
WEEK 4 — Showcase & Community Cypher
Theme: Performance & Growth
- Warm-up and fundamentals recap
- Refining personal style
- Group routine or collaborative showcase piece
- Community cypher / mini battle jam
- Reflection and feedback session