Events: Arizona - Phoenix - Scottsdale

Champions from 50 Countries to compete.

After a full year of fierce competition in regional and national qualifiers at more than 100 events in 50 countries, the dance crews judged to be among the world’s best are headed to Arizona to compete for the world title in Hip Hop International’s 18^th annual USA & World Hip Hop Dance Championships and World Battles from August 2-10.

It’s the world’s largest dance championship with more than 4000 dancers set to compete in Junior, Varsity, Adult, Mini-Crew and MegaCrew Divisions in front of an international panel of elite judges.

The family-friendly events begin at the Arizona Grand Resort in Phoenix with the USA Hip Hop Dance Championship (August 2-4) followed by the World Hip Hop Dance Championship Prelims and Semi-Finals (August 5-8) setting the stage for the World Finals on August 10 at Gila River Arena in Glendale.

Rounding out the action-packed week are the World Battles – Breaking, Popping, Locking, Whacking and All Styles Battles on August 9, the Urban Moves Dance Workshops taught by celebrated choreographers on August 4, 9 & 10 and a lifestyle expo featuring music, style and a wide array of products reflecting hip hop culture.  All events are open to the public.

Complete schedule and ticket info available at www.hiphopinternational.com or by calling 323.850.3777.