Hip Hop Forever Stamps, 2020 Sheet – Cards, Letters and Stamp Collecting

Breaking generally consists of four different types of moves.  Toprock refers to dance moves performed in a standing position.  Downrock, also known as footwork or floorwork, involves the dancer using their hands for support as much as their feet.

Power moves are acrobatic moves in which the dancers use their upper body for support while the rest of their body creates momentum for fast and impressive movements.  Finally, freezes are gravity-defying poses in which breakers suspend themselves off the ground, sometimes on just one hand.  These usually mark the end of a set, but can be strung together for a dramatic display.

While breaking used to be limited to street corners and parties, it has reached mainstream popularity today.  It can be seen in movies and on TV and has been the focus of dance competitions around the world.