Learn the grooves and vibes that accompany illusionary movements to create a beautiful dance style known as Popping.

Raised in Scarborough, A.J. Harper has been dancing since the age of 10. In 2017 he began competing in street dance battles in 2017 with his main style of dance called popping. After joining the dance collective Blvckout fam, A.J. has won 2 consecutive 2 v 2 Allstyles battles called the Jamdemic, placed 1st in an online American based dance contest as well as Top 8 to Semi finalist in battles throughout the Toronto popping and Allstyles Competitions. A.J. also teaches in various camps and elementary schools about mental health and the importance of movement using dance techniques.

Photo by Vickie Kan @vickiekan

Presented in partnership with York Region Arts Council, City of Vaughan, and Smart VMC Vaughan

**This workshop is free, thanks to the generous support of the York Region Arts Council. Proudly presented as part of the York Region Experience Trail during Ontario Culture Days, in partnership with City of Vaughan, SmartVMC and YMCA at the at The David Braley Vaughan Centre.