Mystique X Ellégance X Moodz – Whacking
Sep 15 ⇾ Dec 01 2026 (Tuesday)
17:45 to 19:00
Prices
- Full Session, 12 classes: $220
- 5 class : $115
- Drop-In: $25
Payment
- Cash (preferred)
- E-transfer to krystina.d@gmail.com (preferred)
- Credit card (via the registration form)
To confirm your spot, make sure you fill out the registration form and that your payment is completed by credit card (through the form), e-transfer at krystina.d@gmail.com or cash at the beginning of the class. All prices include taxes.
Cancellation policy: no refunds after September 15, 2026. However, in exceptional cases (illness, injury, accident, etc.) an exchange of services may be requested, so please contact us!
-What to Bring:
Comfortable dance clothes (barefoot or soft shoes), water bottle
#Dance #Improv #Technical #Waacking
© Krystina Dejean, Flo Gall, Gabriela Jovian-Mazon, Maude Laurin-Beaulieu, Audrey Sargent. Fringe MTL 2021
Objective
Whacking, Waacking, Punking is a club dance formed by the queer, black and latinx community that began in the 1970’s in the west coast of the United States. This dance was inspired by the pop culture at that time including the movie stars of the Golden Age of Hollywood and is heavily influenced by the DJ. It is characterized by authentic expression of self, dramatic poses, precise musicality, intricate arm movements, and story-telling.
Content
In this 75min open levels class, we will explore the foundations of this dance through different exercises using grooves, drills, movement sequences and history. The goal is to give you tools for you to practice on your own, at the club or at the community sessions and events with confidence, in a supportive and fun environment!
Each class is led by either Mystique, Moodz or Ellégance.
Features
Biography
ELLÉGANCE
Gabriela Jovian-Mazon, aka Ellégance, is a playful, character-driven theatrical movement artist. Discovery, community, authenticity and play guide her practice. Practicing since 2016, Punking has led her to participate in battles and learn in Los Angeles, Italy, Greece and Mexico. She’s super interested in people’s artistry development and feels most free when Punking.
MYSTIQUE
Krystina Dejean, aka Mystique, is a dancer who specializes in improvised street dance and club styles. She has been practicing the form of whacking since 2010, learning from teachers and battle experiences locally and internationally. She maintains her commitment to her community by producing battles and events that gather and connect the Tiohtià:ke / Montréal street dance community.
MOODZ
Maude aka Moodz is a graduate of École de danse contemporaine de Montréal. Today, Maude is involved in various projects on international contemporary stages, in Montreal’s nightlife, and in jams within street dance communities. In 2023, she co-founded Supernature, an event for Montreal’s queer community, aiming to create accessible spaces for all while showcasing Whacking.
Explanatory videos on the history of punking, whacking, and waacking
- The History of Waacking – Brut
- <a href="https://youtu.be/mKssaPM4TY?si=rGo0xphCQVGTM2PV”>https://youtu.be/mKssaPM4TY?si=rGo0xphCQVGTM2PV
- WHAT IS WAACKING? | Queer History of Punking, Whacking, Waacking 1970-2003 – Kumari Suraj
- https://youtu.be/l62XRkUym2Q?si=Qexer-Df9edNsmcN
- Waacking Through Three Generations
With Dallace Zeigler, Kumari Suraj and Balta Monkiki
<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N6phaHSrZZo&ab_channel=himerria>