Popping in Los Angeles, CA remains at the forefront of the global street dance community and is showcased at the many battles throughout the yera.. Red Bull Dance Your Style qualifiers at The Belasco, bring out the city’s top poppers. The "funk" roots are kept alive by elite practitioners like Poppin John and the Jabbawockeez with their "hits," "animation," and "robotic" illusions. The community stays connected through workshops, sessions, and small local battles. All Styles Tribe dance studio hosts 5 or 6 of these small battles every year.