WORLD BBOY BATTLE LEAGUE (WBBL)

Dedicated to the promotion and professionalization of breaking (breakdancing) as a competitive sport.

OVERVIEW

The World Bboy Battle Sports League represents a significant step forward for breaking, blending its cultural roots with the structure and professionalism of modern sports.

Mission: WBB aims to elevate breaking to a professional sport by organizing high-level competitions, fostering talent, and creating a structured league system.

Focus: The league emphasizes the athleticism, artistry, and competitive nature of breaking, aligning it with other recognized sports.

Global Reach: WBB operates internationally, bringing together breakers from around the world to compete and showcase their skills..

WBBL STRUCTURE AND FORMAT

  • BBOY SPORT

ORIGINAL BREAKING BATTLES

League System: WBB operates as a structured league with multiple events throughout the year, culminating in a championship.

Competition Format: Battles are typically one-on-one or crew-based, judged on criteria such as technique, creativity, musicality, and performance.

Rankings: Participants earn points based on their performance points in events, contributing to their overall ranking in the league.

WBBL EVENTS

  • EVENTS

ONE LEAGUE. TWO DIVISIONS

Major Competitions: WBB hosts flagship events, including regional qualifiers and the World Championship.

Grassroots Initiatives: The league also supports smaller events and workshops to nurture emerging talent and grow the breaking community.

Collaborations: WBB often partners with other breaking organizations, cultural institutions, and sports bodies to expand its reach.

JUDGING AND RULES

Daily News World Bboy Battle
  • SCORING SYSTEM

ACCURACY IN JUDGING AND SCORING

Judging Panels: Composed of respected figures in the breaking community, including legendary b-boys and b-girls.

Criteria: Judging is based on technical skill, originality, execution, and how well dancers connect with the music.

Fair Play: WBB emphasizes transparency and fairness in judging, ensuring credibility in its competitions.

IMPACT ON BREAKING CULTURE

  • CULTURE

UNITING THROUGH HIP HOP & SPORT

Professionalization: WBB has played a significant role in legitimizing breaking as a sport, attracting sponsorships and media attention.

Inclusivity: The league promotes diversity, welcoming participants of all ages, genders, and backgrounds.

Olympic Recognition: With breaking’s inclusion in the Olympics (starting with Paris 2024), WBB aligns its efforts with the global push to recognize breaking as a competitive sport.