I went to a super dope jam on Saturday 19 of December 2015. The event was the 14th anniversary of Catalyst Hip-Hop. For anyone unfamiliar with Catalyst, they are an organization based out of CrossBridge Church. They have been providing a space for hip-hop culture in the south florida area. Honestly they are one of the most positive organizations I’ve ever been associated with.
They provide a space for Bboys to practice and meet for free. They provide a space for hip-hop and freestyling for free.They are one of the only places outside of skate parks that I’ve seen with public graffiti walls, once again for free.They stick very close to the roots of hip-hop and it’s really appreciated.
The church staff is kind, and they aren’t invasive with their message. They are very respectful and allow you to talk to them at your own pace. (If you want to learn more about the church or get involved with message they are available to help you ). I’ve never felt judged for my beliefs while at catalyst, and they don’t try to censor anything. Everything about the organization is amazing. They are just so authentic with the traditional feeling of hip-hop, it’s wonderful.
To start off the day, Catalyst had an invitational Bboy Jam. Most of the best Bboys from south Florida where in attendance. I met up with the ‘ C.Y.P.H.E.R. fam.’ My boy Laces, Durmo, and Kadeef were all in attendance at the event. I hadn’t seen them in a while so it was good to see them.
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