About Us
Funk Format is a leading Hip-Hop arts organisation specialising in Authentic Street Dance and Theatre. With 26 years of experience, it is the longest-running Hip-Hop dance specialist in the Solent region. Funk Format made history by launching Hampshire’s first-ever Hip-Hop dance festival and bringing original pioneers from New York to communities across the South Coast. Its innovative projects, inspiring sessions, and performances spark creativity, confidence, and self-belief through the power of dance. Led by officially qualified and experienced Street Dance teachers, Funk Format delivers high-quality dance education across the UK, Europe, and worldwide-setting the standard for authentic, impactful Street Dance teaching.
Our expertise
- Arts management
- Dance
- Education
- Theatre
- Workshops
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Through Culture Connects, we work to support the delivery of cultural provision across the region. Do you have an idea you want to discuss or need some advice? Get in touch with us to book a one-to-one conversation.
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