POWERED BY HIP HOP’S DIRECTOR & BREAK DANCE COACH

He has been a successful Breaking/Break Dancing competitor in the UK for over 20 years and has also represented England at competitions in Turkey, Germany, Cyprus, Spain and Estonia.

Teaching and coaching has always been his passion, which is why UC Crew/Powered by Hip Hop is the leading organisation in the North West for Break Dancing and Hip Hop arts.

Between 2010 and 2018 Tom was recognised for his achievements in changing communities through Hip Hop Arts, he received awards in the House of Lords, carried the Olympic Torch and visited European countries to share his work.

In 2021 Tom became the 2nd person in the UK to graduate from the International Breaking Teachers Education Course, delivered by the BBoy & BGirl Dojo based in Helsinki, Finland.

In 2022 he hosted the first UK Breaking teachers conference and was a co-author of the UK Breakin Glossary of Terms book for the advanced of Break Dancing education.

Tom’s values haven’t changed since he founded the organisation and has a main focus on helping to improve confidence, offer new opportunities, create amazing dancers and improve communities.

Tom’s experiences as a Breaker/Break Dancer, Coach and Youth Worker, combined with his passion for improving communities, volunteering and new experiences is the perfect mix to provide you and your children with an incredible learning experience.