HIP HOP, Afro AND

STREET STYLES

  • BODY CONTROL AND ISOLATION

    Clarence is a world renowned dancer who started his career in Brisbane and has now taken his talents worldwide through videos, teachings, dance battles and performances. Over the years he has focused his training on animation technique fused with freestyle inspired by hip hop culture. The first class he started teaching weekly was in 2013, at Elements Collective dance studio teaching Poppin’.

    During 2016-2019 he spent most of his time in LA and although he had already made an impact in the Australian scene with his crew, GoldenCoastline, he joined a new crew formed by Slim Boogie, called, ‘The Lot’. Battling with, and against some of the best in the world, Clarence was making a name for himself within the street dance/battle scene in the U.S.A and around the world. One of his battles at 2017 Freestyle Sessions against ‘Salah’, has over 500k views! The Brisbane Boy has represented Australia many times in battles throughout the world and has also performed with the Jabbawockeez at Universal Studios LA from 2016-2018. In 2019 he spent 3 months in Macau with the Jabbawockeez performing for the new MGM Hotel Grand Opening.

    In 2022 Clarence won 5 battles back to back in Sydney and was also the champion of Red Bull Dance Your Style Brisbane, as well as making the top 4 in the Australian finals. Since 2023 Clarence has taken a step back from competing and stepping more into the teacher/judges seat - being flown to cities like Melbourne, Sydney and Perth to Judge battles and teach workshops. You can also find him on YouTube with over 3.5 MILLION views performing a tribute to Michael Jackson’s ‘Dangerous’ performance alongside the SJJ Creative dance team. Clarence also starred in Matt Corby’s ‘If I Never Say a Word’ music video, which has accumulated over 400,000 views.

    Since 2013, Clarence has been a big part of the QLD Street Dance Scene and will continue to share his knowledge and love for the culture that we call Hiphop.

  • AFRO FUSION


    ”My name is Melissa. I’m a Zimbabwean born Afro dancer/ choreographer. I specialise in the various Afro dance styles inclusive of Afrohouse and afrofusion.

    Afrofusion is a combination of Afro dance styles. I pariticularly focus on the styles from the south of Africa including amapiano dance, which is a new and upcoming style .

    I’m a competitive dancer but when I’m not competing I’m either performing or sharing my knowledge by teaching the African styles and flavours that come within the Afro dance genre.

    Afro is definitely my whole heart and identity however I also have influence from the dancehall genre and hip hop which creates some of the fusions I teach!”

  • HIP HOP

    Originally from France, but settled in Australia since 2001, Loïc teaches Hip Hop Grooves and Foundations and is particularly passionate about sharing training techniques for students to have fun and develop their own movement within the style.

    In Loïc’s classes, you can expect to learn and practice the basics of Hip Hop technique, some party grooves, followed by fun body control and musicality drills that will help you bring your Hip Hop to the next level, whether you are an absolute beginner, or a more experienced dancer.

    Loïc started dancing in late 2011, learning footwork off YouTube until he took his first dance class in 2013. In 2016, he discovered Hip Hop and never looked back. A passionate member of the local community, he has been deeply involved in the university and Brisbane dance scenes, organising events with UQ Street Groove and his crew ‘The 2nd Degree’ since 2016. You can always find Loïc at local jams, battles and events. If you want to connect with the local street style community, or want to learn more about Hip Hop – hit him up!

    Loïc is also the Manager here at Mad Dance House, so send him lots of emails if you have questions or feedback!

  • HOUSE

    Aubrey started her dance journey from Mad Dance House and UQ Street Groove in 2019, and has since trained in multiple street styles including Hip Hop and Waacking until she found her passion for House.

    Representing local all-style dance crew Wolf in Sheep, she is an active member in the local freestyle dance community, co-organising Monday House Jams, running classes, organising events and producing showcases. She has also travelled interstate and internationally to learn from the pioneers and upskill her craft.

    In her class, you will be able to learn the foundations of House and apply it through variations, routines and freestyle exercises.

  • GROOVES

    With a big love for dancing and moving your body, you can never feel out of place in a grooves classes with Janna. It’s the perfect place to start if you are totally new or just wanting to groove.

    Janna started dancing at MDH in 2009 as a student that just wanted to learn to dance. Fast forward to a couple of years down the track and MDH has become her second home. From dancing every day, to managing the studios and now stepping into the new role as Creative Director.

    Janna has learnt and trained under some of the biggest names in Hip Hop and House, and continues to be a student wherever she can, whether it be in a Contemporary, Dancehall or Foundations class.

    Expect to keep your body constantly moving in her class, while learning your groove foundations and some basic step combos to have you ready for any occasion… especially that d-floor! It’s a chilled out, no stress zone and the aim is to find your own unique style along the way.

  • POPPING

    Matt started dancing for fun in 2008 with the Melbourne Shuffle. Two years later he placed in the “SHFL” Australian Shuffle competition and was featured in the documentary “Global Shuffle 1990:2010”.

    Matt eventually moved from his hometown Mackay to Brisbane and began learning Popping & Locking at Mad Dance House from 2014 onwards. He was one of the few beginner level dancers entering battles at the time, entering his first battle after just 6 months. In 2016 he began teaching with UQ Street Groove and went on to form The 2nd Degree freestyle crew with fellow Mad Dance teacher Loïc. Later, he qualified for Team Queensland at Popping Nation 2017 in Sydney, and again in 2018 where the team took 2nd place.

    Matt also enjoys choreographing fun, over the top performances for Brisbane City Council events such as BrisAsia and International Dance Day.

    Some of his experiences include:

    - 1st Place Elements Collective Halloween 4v4 Battle

    - 2nd Place Bring Back The Style Popping Battle

    - 2nd Place Mia’s Allstyle 7 To Smoke

    - Top 4 Hit The Hay ft. MT Pop

    - Top 12 Popper’s Night Out

    - Battle Guest at Get On Up 7 To Smoke

    - Judge at Street Groove Anniversary Battle 2021

    - Judge at Get Funk’d Funkstyle Battle 2021

  • Breaking

    Ralph is a world class bboy with 20 years of experience, known for his dynamic style and creativity.

    A three-time Red Bull BC One Beirut Champion, he has competed and won at international battles, including Cyprus Blaze Masterjam and Germany’s Rise to the Top.

    With 12 years of teaching experience, he’s passionate about developing the next generation of dancers. Ralph has performed on major stages, including Expo 2020 and DXB Airport in Dubai. Now based in Brisbane, he continues to showcase the power of Breaking through performances and coaching.

    Beyond dance, he’s a skilled video editor, crafting high-energy visuals for brands and athletes. His journey is one of resilience, creativity, and mastery pushing limits, breaking boundaries, and redefining movement.

  • SAMBA / SALSA

    For Mandy, dance was a much loved hobby until she was employed at a Brazilian Theatre Restaurant in Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley in Oct 2006. Here she was trained in the unique style of Latin American movement, including Samba, Salsa, Afro, Axe & Lambada. With 4 solid years of dance performance experience, she now trains the dancers for the theatre show – teaching choreography and styling.

    In 2010, Mandy won the Salsa Solo Competition Team Category with her crew “Risque” debuting in Sydney with a new fusion of Hip Hop & Salsa that won them the 2010 title.

    Because of her background in Latin dance, Mandy decided to become a Zumba Instructor to inject a bit of her dance passion & energy into her students as health and fitness are also a big motivation in her life.

    “What does dance mean to you?”

    For me dance is totally personal ~ it is my passion because it makes me feel free & full of energy, life and emotion. It is not to judge or compare… but to be yourself and just let loose, have fun and shine!

    “What do you love about teaching?”

    Zumba is very high energy & not too structured or technical – so for Zumba I love to see my students going crazy and having fun, smiling and screaming and wildness!

    The music is very motivating too so I try to keep the moves fun & fresh. Once I see smiling & laughing during my class I feel I have achieved my purpose for that session.

    “What do you love about MDH?”

    The “dance culture” I feel when entering the building & see in the students and teachers. Everyone is there for the same thing – to have fun, to move & train & enjoy their passion for dance. Everyone is super friendly but also in their own “dance world” striving to learn & reach their goals, sharing their love & passion for the same thing & filling the class with good vibes – so it becomes very motivating & addictive!

  • WAACKING

    Buddy is a Filipino-Australian movement artist based in Brisbane, traversing contemporary dance, interdisciplinary explorations and waacking contexts. Graduating with a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance) minoring in Dance Performance from the Queensland University of Technology, he stands as the prestigious Creative Industries University Medallist.

    A recipient of the 2023 uNCOILEd eXposed residency, Buddy recently unveiled 'Lato2x,' a critically acclaimed work praised by Dance Australia as "engaging and well worth seeing." Buddy’s artistic journey was propelled by the prestigious QUT Elite Performance and Visual Art Scholarship, a catalyst that ignited his fascination with the endless possibilities of movement. His choreographic practice includes a standout premiere at the iconic Queensland Museum and international recognition with an immersive residency at Ars Electronica Linz, Austria in 2022. His choreographic prowess has flourished through collaborations with esteemed entities like the Adelaide and Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Australian Defence Force, Studio1, ADC, QACI and JKU Linz.

    Emerging into the Australian Waacking community in 2021, Buddy has already achieved the 2023 Waacking Inferno X Club Concept Open Performance Winner (VIC) and the 2022 Brisbane Champion (QLD) and national runner up for the Australian WaackTournament (NSW). Other recent accolades include, Blackbird Protostar Grant recipient (2023, National), AFTRS scholarship (2023, Sydney), Studio1 Unfunded Excellence (2023, Brisbane), VENTspace Residency (2023, Brisbane) and Sharp Short Dance - dance on film winner (2022, Sydney).

  • WAACKING

    Emic is a Waacking teacher and teaches all around Brisbane. His journey with Waacking began in 2013, attracting him at first sight. Emic learned how to express his personality through dance and loved how much freedom the style of Waacking offered him. It is his goal help students understand and fall in love with this style in Brisbane.

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  • KRUMP

    Wisdom aka Jr Stylah.

    Despite not having much exposure to dance and music growing up, Wisdom now considers dance an integral part of his life. With 9 years of dance experience, his main foundation can be identified under Hip Hop, Animation and Krump. However, he also appreciates other dance styles and spontaneously draws inspiration from the community and internet.

    Wisdom is a passionate, technical, and unique dancer which is reflected by the groups he represents: Stylah Fam, Upstate Krump, Hot Chocolate and UQ Street Groove. Ultimately, he hopes to build unity and a bolder appreciation for dance in the QLD community by being the best role model possible.