Empowering Young People Through Hip Hop Culture
Fresh Skillz CIC empowers young people through creative arts, movement, mentorship, and inclusive community programmes that build confidence, improve wellbeing, and create positive opportunities for the future.
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What We Offer
Breakdance Classes
Energetic weekly classes for kids, teens and young adults. Toprock, footwork, power moves, performance.
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Inclusive sessions for children with Special Educational Needs — breakdance, DJ workshop, graffiti art and sensory corner. Sundays 12–4pm.
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Hands-on sessions on professional gear — mixing, scratching, turntablism and live performance.
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Creative music production. Beat creation, sampling, music software, recording techniques.
Learn More →fitness_centerBREAK-FIT
Tarik's signature fitness programme combining breaking fundamentals, rhythm and music.
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Holiday camps where young people build foundations, confidence and crew. HAF camps run free during school holidays.
Learn More →Why Fresh Skillz?
Fresh Skillz CIC is a community-focused organisation dedicated to inspiring young people through creativity, movement, music, and positive culture.
We create safe and inclusive spaces where people can build confidence, express themselves, stay active, and connect with their community.
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Real footage from our Breaking Championships and community events.
Breaking Championships
Annual UK breaking event — live on stage.
Turkish Culture Festival
Stockport town centre community celebration.
34 Years In Breaking Culture
Tarik Erkustanlar founded Fresh Skillz CIC in 2023 after more than three decades as a breaker, mentor and community practitioner. In 2020, he was appointed an Olympic Judge for the World Dance Federation. In 2021, he became Head Judge for the Turkish Dance Federation and a mentor for the Turkish National Breakdancing Team.
He is also the creator of BREAK-FIT — a fitness programme that combines breaking fundamentals, rhythm and music to support adult wellbeing.
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Real Words From Our Community
“Breakdancing is really great. Tarik has taught me some really cool moves and I love how he teaches me.”
Ozzy
Student, age 8
“My son has been attending Fresh Skillz for several months and I honestly couldn't be happier with the progress he has made. He has additional needs, so I was quite worried at first, but the support and environment have been amazing. Tarik is a great person who really cares, and the centre is welcoming, supportive, and positive.”
Shannon
Parent
“My son has been attending Tarik's breakdancing sessions for a few years and thoroughly enjoys them. Due to Tarik's hard work and teaching ability he has progressed well and learns new moves each session. His strength, fitness and confidence have all improved. I would highly recommend Tarik and Fresh Skillz.”
Alexis Davis
Parent
On Stage All Year
From the Annual Fresh Skillz Breaking Championships (running since 2005) to the Turkish Culture Festival in Stockport town centre — we bring culture to the community year-round.
In 2025, we delivered workshops and the 3vs3 Open Breaking Championship at Street Heat II, Old Naval Yard, Ancoats — with a £750 cash prize for winners.
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Ready To Get Started?
Whether you want to take a class, book a workshop, or hire our space — we'd love to hear from you.