FULL CIRCLE SOULJAHS

John Wilmar Vinuya aka Bboy Flonetik is a New York City martial artist, dancer, and business owner raised in Queens. A practitioner of both Martial arts and Breaking for over 10 years. He has taught in several after-school programs and studios all over New York City. He joined a well renowned company Full Circle Souljahs in 2011 and has participated in several major competitions and theater performances such as 2018 BreaksU x UBL, 2019 and 2020 Red Bull BC One Qualifier. Furthermore he performed in various theaters such as the New Victory Theater, The Apollo, Kennedy Center and Lincoln Center. In 2023, he officially opened 360 Flow Dance Studio in Brooklyn to share his love for breaking and karate to the younger generation. He currently focuses on developing his studio programs to better cater each individual while working with The New York Collective, a company that curates youth breaking battles all over New York City.

IG - @360FlowBreaking

Odylle ‘Mantis’ Beder is a native of Brooklyn and a core member of Full Circle. She started her dance journey studying Ballet for 10 years at Ballet Tech then later with Urban Ballet Theater. She started training with Full Circle directors Rokafella and Kwikstep in 2012 and since then has competed locally and globally, most recently placing Bronze in the New York Olympic Regional Breaking for Gold and winning the NYC RedBull Regional. She has performed at the Joyce Theater, Central Park Summer Stage, Lincoln Center, and the Kennedy Center and rocked the stage with artists including LL Cool J. When she isn't competing or performing she teaches dance to young children and adults at Cynthia King Dance Studio, 360 Flow Dance, and Top Rock On after school program. She is also the founder of Bgirl Herstory, a project working to document the stories of old school and new school Bgirl generations through interviews and panel discussions.

Tiffany ‘NfiniT’ Craddock began dancing at a young age with her twin sister performing at the Apollo, school performances, and block parties in her neighborhood. She has trained in various dance styles such as Ballet, Step, Modern, folk dance, African dance, Hip-hop, Locking and Break dance. As a core member of Full Circle since 2005 she has performed at Kennedy Center in D.C., NYU Skir Ball Theater, Lincoln Center out of doors Summer Stage and battled at the Express your skillz event in Puerto Rico. In 2023 and 2024 she represented with Full Circle at the dance parade and performed and choreographed for the rock the bells concert with MC Sha rock and recently performed at Lincoln Centers Alice Tully Hall. She has worked in youth programs throughout the city working with children of all ages teaching Hip Hop and Break dance, the culture and its connections to the community and the world.

C-Mar grew up in the Bronx before moving to Queens in his teenage years. This is when he started formally learning breaking from Rokafella and Kwikstep of Full Circle in 2009. C-Mar has traveled and danced alongside Full Circle in Puerto Rico for Express Your Skills, performed in New Victory Theater as well as in Times Square. C-Mar has also trained in dancing to House music, Salsa on 2, Hip Hop choreography, tumbling, Martial arts, and Martial arts tricking--while being a successful Online Fitness Coach working with dancers, martial artists, and movement enthusiasts of all kinds.

Dalmar Obu Manjalo Nation, a Bronx-born, Brooklyn-bred entrepreneur and creative force, has made a mark on the world stage through his diverse talents and unwavering dedication to empowering others. With a background in working with esteemed organizations such as Works & Process, BuildOn, KR3T’S, and Bloodline Dance Theater, Dalmar has demonstrated his commitment to social impact and community development. His journey began with building schools in third-world countries, igniting a passion for the arts and inspiring positive change. As a multifaceted artist, Dalmar's dream is to become a well-rounded entertainer and mentor, guiding youths towards achieving their dreams through healthy means. Trained in the electrifying styles of krump, West African dance, and dancehall, he infuses his performances with raw energy and cultural richness. Dalmar's creative prowess extends beyond the dance floor; he is also a holistic healer, musician, and teacher, embodying a holistic approach to life and art. With a focus on personal growth and professional excellence, Dalmar invests the majority of his time honing his craft and expanding his repertoire. As a creative visionary, he seamlessly integrates holistic remedies into his dance techniques, promoting a healthy lifestyle for fellow dancers and artists alike. Dalmar Obu Manjalo Nation is not just a dancer; he is a beacon of inspiration, paving the way for a new generation of artists and innovators. 

Rocka Jamez Born & raised in Crown Heights Brooklyn NY.Professional Dancer, teacher & Community Leader who specializes free form contemporary infused with the studies of KRUMP. Playing a big role as a Street Dance Community Leader, he created a Dance platform that unites all Dance Cultures, called "Roundz Of Flame"., featured in The New York Times, VOGUE magazine and sponsorship by PUMA. 2014 Winner for Apollo Theater Amateur Night. Honored to open and perform for "Rihanna" at Parsons School Of Design | The New School Awards . As someone who like to inspire the children, Rocka teaches dance to the youth in NYC also abroad places like Bali Indonesia, Africa, Sweden & Berlin. His dream goal is to open Schools that specializes in all the different Street dance styles, fundamentals and History.

Samantha "Sampantha" Weese is a multifaceted dancer, artist, and performer based in NYC. Known for her work within the styles of locking and waacking primarily, her dance explores all of her dualities as she shapeshifts within different parts of herself and love of music and dance. As primarily a street dancer, she has taken these dances to stage and performed at notable venues such as Jacob's Pillow, Lincoln Center, and the Guggenheim Museum with legendary companies including Full Circle Souljas and The Fabulous Waack Dancers. Her work has been commissioned by the Museum of Contemporary Art Denver alongside Keith Haring's Grace House Murals.

Christina "CC" Cruz is a creative Bronx native who has been shaping the lives of the youth and adults through dance and various other art forms. She holds a BA in Dance from CUNY Lehman College and worked as an independent teaching artist with a concentration in Hip-Hop dance throughout The Bronx and Brooklyn. CC held the position of Director of Hip Hop Theory: The Company and Program Director of Each 1 Teach One Dance Series; also based out of Lehman College and has also worked in performing arts theaters such as Lehman Stages (Usher, Stagehand & House Manager) and TriBeCa Performing Arts Center (Usher). CC has experience in being a judge and head judge at Prelude Urban Dance Competition as well as curating Prelude New York, hosted by Hip Hop Theory Dance Company. She is currently a full-time educator at a charter school in The Bronx and has been performing with Full Circle Souljahs (Behind the Groove presented by Works & Process, 2024; Dance Parade NYC Gala 2024).

RAYMOND “SPEX” ABBIW is a gifted dancer, performer, choreographer, and artist who has emerged and established himself as a creative force within the hip hop/street dance community. A New York City born native has served as a vanguard for the preservation of the history and evolution of the art form of hip hop dance for a remarkable 20 years and has collaborated with several of hip hop’s pioneers and innovators among dance, music, and theater. He graduated New York’s acclaimed High School of Art and Design and received an initial introduction to the hip hop at the height of its explosion in 1988, which ignited his enthusiasm and lifelong commitment to hip hop dance and culture forging himself onto an astonishing career that has led him to collaborations with notable artists such as pop star, Mariah Carey, and hip hop performers, Lauryn Hill and Wyclef John just to name a few. Spex’s standout ability and performances that led him to international tours throughout Japan and Europe as a featured dancer and highly sought after teacher. In 2002, Spex would further his evolving artistic abilities by making his acting debut in Off Broadway’s , highly acclaimed, hip hop musical, Full Circle’s Productions Soular’d Power as a featured performer, dancer and actor. Spex is a founding owner of the House Dance Conference and continued to emerge as an acclaimed dance instructor in New York’s Broadway Dance Center This standout performer, dancer, and choreographer continues to set his sights on the development of highly innovative works that relate to an ever evolving audience the power of urban dance and culture.

Instagram: spexboogz / spextaculart 

Francisco Concepcion Jr (A.K.A) Fresh Frank, Bronx Native, has been dancing, choreographing for 42 years and teaching for 30 of that. He has also performed in every major arena in the USA with Ringling Bros.& Barnum Bailey Circus.Traveled around the world & lived in Japan for over 20 years also speaks Japanese.

Living in Japan,he was able to choreograph and perform at a NFL,NBA halftime show. Worked with major artist in Japan and other countries, performing and Choreographing. Now back in NYC with Full Circle, performing at Lincoln Center with The Philharmonic Orchestra and also The Guggenheim with Wus Poppin NYC and Full Circle Souljahs.

IG - @characterakafrank

Shaneekqua “Empress” Woodham is a professional dance artist born and raised in NYC. She graduated from CUNY Hunter College with a B.A. in Dance and began her commercial dance career working for Teyana Taylor, contributing choreography and dancing in several of her music videos and tours. She went on to work with other artists such as LIONBABE, Summer Walker and Lil Baby, gaining experience in roles such as choreographer’s assistant & associate choreographer. She now spends her spare time teaching young students, training to perfect her craft, and continuing to rise in her career. 

Tunji a Boogie Down Bronx Native started dancing after entering college, creating choreography and performing hip-hop routines. After returning to New York City began teaching and training hip-hop with Rise Dance Company. Then in 2016 started training at EXPG in various styles, as well as entering battles and joining other performances across the city and abroad. Now training and performing with Full Circle Souljahs.