YOUTUBE BEGINNERS COURSE

APPROACH:

I help dancers of all levels develop skill, creativity, musicality, and confidence through focused online and in-person lessons. My approach blends technical foundations with personal expression, helping each student move with intention and discover their own style. Whether you are starting your breaking journey or refining your craft, I create clear, challenging, and inspiring ways to keep building.

PERSONAL BIO:

My name is Thias Lopez. Born in 1991, in Tucson, Arizona and now residing in San Diego, California. As a hip-hop practitioner, breaker, educator, and cultural organizer, I’ve been active since 1998. My professional teaching experience began in 2005. I’m a member of internationally recognized crews: Breaking Bad, The Fresh Descendants, and Beat Rock Crew. I work across all aspects of the culture, including competition, judging, teaching, performance, and event production.

My work has taken me to various parts of the world, including North, Central, and South America, Asia, Europe, Russia, and the Middle East. My movement style blends foundational breaking with influences from multiple dance disciplines, shaped by an original creative approach. I’m committed to mentorship, community engagement, and advancing hip-hop arts through education and cultural exchange.

STYLE:

Thesis’ style is a mix of traditional and abstract movements and in the best way to put it; scientifically compacted with footwork, power, storytelling and mixing styles decorated by original ideas and musicality.

CHAMPIONSHIPS:

11X World Champion:

• R16 2012

• Battle Of The Year 2010

• Undisputed 2017

• BBIC 2020

• Silverback 2014 and 2016 Champion

• Outbreak 2009 & 2012 Champion

• Outbreak Europe 2017 & 2020Champion

• Unbreakable 2011 Champion… And many more wins around the world.

OTHER ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

• VMAs and EMAs with Macklemore & Ryan Lewis.

• Performed with Public Enemy.

• Performed on NBCs To Tell The Truth Gameshow

CAMPS TAUGHT:

• Official Camp teacher for Catch The Flava in Krakow, Poland.

• Official Camp Teacher for International Boot Camp in Goldcoast Australia.

• Official Camp Teacher for Break It Camp in Réunion Island.

• Official Camp Teacher for The Youth Is The Future in Banska Bystrica, Slovakia