The report is the first national survey of Australia’s street dance community. It draws on survey data from 471 participants in Australia’s street dance community and several in-depth interviews with street dance practitioners.

The report provides insights into the demographic make-up of Australia’s street dance community, the places and hours in which people practice, employment and career pathways, along with Australian street dancers’ professional and creative ambitions. 

Key findings

• The Australian street dance community surveyed is typically young, female identifying and living in metropolitan locations.
• The street dance community in Australia is culturally and linguistically diverse.
• Street dancers are highly engaged in their local and global communities.
• The street dance community is currently learning the ropes of how to secure financial assistance for its practice.