Waacking was born in the LGBTQ+ clubs of Los Angeles, CA, and evolved to be popular around the world. Viktor Manoel was one of the original pioneers of the style. Princess Lockerooo continues to promote the style through high-profile performances and battles. At the center of the local training scene is All Styles Tribe in Mid-City, where the teacher Akari leads choreography classes that focus on the signature overhead arm rolls, dramatic posing, and emotional storytelling that define the genre. These sessions provide a vital space for dancers to master the precision and power of the style.