Whacking Berlin / Waacking Berlin

Our weekly Whacking community sessions are happening: 🗓 every Tuesday 7–10 PM 📍 check out the story every Tuesday for updates on the location! Until May 2026 at Houseclub HAU3. ✨ Our session is for free and open for all levels! Everyone is welcome and we are always happy about new faces — so don't be shy! We are just jamming and exchanging. Let's have some fun(k)! For more info or location instructions message us. 💌 Sometimes we move it outdoors, check the stories for changes or cancellations. We strive to be a welcoming and safe space for everyone. Please check our house rules in the other post before joining. If you see or feel something that doesn’t feel right, please let us know. 🙏 The space is wheelchair accessible. Just hit us up beforehand. ——— Unsere wöchentliche Whacking Community Session findet statt: 🗓 dienstags, 19–22 Uhr 📍 Updates zum Standort gibt es in der Story jeden Dienstag in der Story. Bis Mai 2026 voraussichtlich im Houseclub HAU3. ✨ Die Session ist kostenlos und offen für alle Level. Jede*r ist willkommen und wir freuen uns immer über neue Gesichter — also kommt vorbei! Wir wollen nur jammen und uns austauschen. Meldet euch bei Fragen oder für Wegbeschreibungen. 💌 Manchmal machen wir die Session outdoors, checkt die Stories für Änderungen. Wir möchten, dass die Session ein offener und sicherer Ort ist. Bitte lest euch die Hausregeln in dem anderen Post durch, bevor ihr kommt. Wenn ihr etwas seht oder fühlt, dass sich nicht richtig anfühlt, meldet euch bitte. 🙏 Der Ort ist für Rollstühle zugänglich. Sagt einfach vorher Bescheid. #whacking #waacking #punking #session #jam #community #dance #berlin #freestyle #whackingberlin #waackingberlin

Earlier this year, we came together to celebrate spring — a night full of music and magic 🔮 A big thank-you to our host @gr4ff0 for guiding us through the evening, DJ @ayka.baijka for the groove, @30secondsthomas for leading the warm-up, @fiona.mlmn for capturing the night on film, and to all the wonderful performers who filled the space with heart. A special thank-you to @jowoznicka who lovingly wove these moments together into this video — and to everyone who joined the celebration and added their presence to the magic 💫 And finally, our deepest gratitude to Dana aka @denada.creativestudio whose dedication, care, and creative vision not only made this evening possible from start to finish, but also transformed the space into a luminous, disco-fueled dancefloor — a place pulsing with warmth, connection, and joy. Gracias 🌷 Moments like these remind us why we gather: to move together, to celebrate our community, and to belong 💜🪩

Für die deutsche Version siehe weiter unten 👇🏼 These are the community guidelines for our weekly Whacking session (check session post for details). Please keep them in mind when joining our sessions and reach out to us if you have questions 💌 House Rules 1. Treat everyone with respect and kindness. 2. We strive to be a safer space, especially for queers and/or BIPoCs. 3. Discrimination in any form is not okay. We all have biases but we constantly work on recognizing, unlearning, and taking responsibility. This includes racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, fatphobia, classism, ageism, ableism, misogyny. 4. Learn about and respect the origins of Whacking. 5. Don’t assume gender or pronouns. If you like to know, ask respectfully. 6. Ask for consent before taking any photos or videos. 7. Own your mistakes, learn, and grow. 8. We are all responsible for the atmosphere. If you do not feel comfortable or have feedback, you can reach out in person to the host of the session or online via email at [email protected] or here via DM. ——— Hier sind die Community-Richtlinien für unsere wöchentlichen Whacking-Sessions. Bitte seid euch dessen bewusst, wenn ihr an unseren Sessions teilnehmt, und meldet euch bei Fragen gern bei uns 💌 Hausregeln 1. Behandle alle mit Respekt und Freundlichkeit. 2. Wir bemühen uns um einen safer space, besonders für Queers & BIPoCs. 3. Keine Form von Diskriminierung ist ok. Keiner ist vorurteilsfrei, aber wir arbeiten stetig daran, diese zu erkennen, abzulegen und Verantwortung zu übernehmen. Dazu gehören Rassismus, Sexismus, Homophobie, Transphobie, Fatphobie, Klassismus, Ageismus, Ableismus, Misogynie. 4. Informiere dich über die Ursprünge von Whacking und respektiere sie. 5. Nimm keine Geschlechter oder Pronomen an. Wenn du es wissen möchtest, frage respektvoll. 6. Frage um Erlaubnis, bevor du Fotos oder Videos machst. 7. Stehe zu Fehlern, lerne & wachse. 8. Wir sind alle gemeinsam für die Atmosphäre verantwortlich. Wenn ihr euch unwohl fühlt oder Feedback habt, könnt ihr euch persönlich an der*den Host der Session wenden oder online per Email an [email protected] oder hier per DM.

Mark your calendars for August 14–16, 2026! ✨ 4 to the floor returns to Berlin for its 2nd edition: 3 days of community, inspiration & connection with battles, workshops & more. Spread the word – more details coming soon! 🔥 🎵 @freesifreesi 📹 @jas_things #whacking #punking #waacking #festival #4tothefloor

THANK YOU all Groovers, dancers, music lovers, curious… for those great vibes, fantastic energy & unforgettable night ✨💜💜💜 For the love of house music and dance culture! Wonderful Whacking Workshop activation by @ana.selina & @robin_flux / @whackingberlin Sounds by: @jana_falcon @robin_flux @stephanepeepsmoun Pictures by @gelisjpgs ✨🙏🏾 S/O all the Supporters, community & @housemates_info @gentle.riot.2.0 @privatclub_berlin

NEW CLASS 🌸 Starting 29.04. WHACKING FOUNDATION & IMPROV (open level) with @ana.selina Wednesdays, 17:00-18:30 📍motion*s Moritzplatz ▶️ Book your spot now via our class calendar (link in bio) 💜 ABOUT Ana Selina teaches Whacking, a dance style born in LA’s underground LGBTQ+ club scenes and developed from Punking, in an open format with technical and creative tools for all levels. You’ll build foundations around posing, whacks, rolls and overheads while developing storytelling and improv skills to funk, disco and house music. It’s all about connection, clubbing and self-expression! „For me, Whacking means community, authenticity, and radical self-expression. It teaches us life: to embrace our emotions and to show up-for ourselves and others.“ Ana Selina Credits: Photo by Jörg Siemers (joerg_siemers) #motionsdancestudio #newclass #danceberlin #whackingdance #whackingberlin

Hey GROOVERS ✨ We’re excited to announce that the Spring Edition is just around the corner 🌿
Longer days, warmer nights, and the energy we’ve all been waiting for…
Get ready for a new chapter of music, movement, and connection — same spirit, new season, and another sizzling lineup. Groove Service is more than a party — it’s a dancefloor ritual.
A vibrant house music night rooted in deep house, disco house, UK garage, and groovy rhythms. To start the night, @ana.selina x @robin_flux from @whackingberlin invite you to join a 30-minute guided whacking dance session.
Everyone is welcome. No experience needed. Our sonic guides for the evening: Jana Falcon @jana_falcon 
Queer DJ, producer, Garage Girls and BRENN. resident, and former vinyl cutting engineer based in Berlin. Robin Flux @robin_flux 
A multifaceted DJ/producer, dancer, educator, and curator based in Berlin. As an active member of the ballroom, whacking, and house dance scenes, he creates space for dancers’ movements and stories to sit at the center of the night. Peeps @stephanepeepsmoun 
Creator and resident DJ shaping the rhythm and soul of Groove Service, blending house, deep house, and Afro house to keep the dancefloor moving. Come early. Dance fully. Link in bio ✨

🎂 Cocoon 2·2·2 – 10th Edition! 🎉 📅 Saturday, 11th April 2026 📍 Cocoon, Exerzierstraße 14 🎩 Motto: Dress to impress It’s been an incredible journey, and I can’t wait to celebrate with all of you 🥹 ⏳ 14h chill and groove 🕒 15h15 – Screening: “Lullaby: Luz de Luna” 💃 16h–18h – Dance activation: Solo Jazz & Lindy with Yasemin (+Lucia) @perryqueen 🪩 18h–20h – Dance activation: Whacking with Goldie @gold.ie___ ⚡ 20h – Performance by HAYAH @itshadryah 🌍 20h30–22h – DJ Set with Peeps @stephanepeepsmoun @groove_service 🎚 22h–00h – DJ Set with Robin @robin_flux ⭐ MC for the evening: Anna from the Whacking Community Berlin 💕 🫰 Donation-based — all contributions go to the people mentioned above. Please support to keep this party inclusive for all budgets. ☕ Cocoon comforts — to buy: homemade food until 19h + hot & cold drinks + cakes. ♥️ Childhood-friendly — crafts corner, games, and earprotection for little and big ears. 🌈 No -ism tolerated. Ask respectfully for pronouns. Flyer: inspired from pictures of Boubou, LaBajka, Robin, unknown dancers Lindy Hop / jitterbug

🌻 this THURS. [02.04] we’re spotlighting 2 fabulous dancers from the @whackingberlin community⚡️Goldie x tee.tee

🐇 meet us @ 01:00 for a dance activation, showcasing the wonderful art of WHACKING, guided by @txxmon & @gold.ie___ 💫 with our own @elliephunk on the mic 🎤 🌟 Originally called Punking, WHACKING is a dance form born in the clubs of Los Angeles in the 70s. Its essence IS the club. This culture was developed and brought to life in vibrant disco spaces by Black, Latinx, and Asian gay men. It’s DRAMATIC. It’s EXPRESSIVE. It is POWERFUL, and deeply connected to music.
It’s about arms, lines, character, emotion… and taking space unapologetically. 🐰 come as you are 📥 DM 4 GUESTLISTS  ⸜(｡˃ ᵕ ˂ )⸝ 🎂 see. you. there. . . . 📍RENATE KLUBNACHT 🗓️ thurs. april 2nd, 2026 ⏰ 23:00 - 05:00 + 🎟 tickets via RA❣️

Artist Intro 03: Goldie We’ll kick off the night with a special dance activation celebrating dance culture by the multidimensional artist Sarhaly aka Goldie (she/her). In collaboration with VibeLab and to the floor e.V., powered by The Better Move. Our very special guest, Goldie, will guide us through the basics movements of Whacking, setting the mood and bringing the roots of dance culture straight to the club. Whacking is a vibrant dance style that emerged in the gay clubs of the 1970s, shaped by African American, Latinx, and Asian communities. It’s a dance of empowerment and liberation, combining strong storytelling with technical arm movements. Come claim your space and let your most funky, groovy self shine! This dance activation is open to everyone — no prior experience required. ⏳ Sat, 4 Apr ⏰ Dance Activation: 00:30 - 01:30 📌 Badehaus Berlin

Thank you all Groovers, dancers, Music lovers for this celebration of House Music - Full of dance, sweat and love with our friends @whackingberlin 💜✨🙏🏾 Sounds by: @pilarjordan_dj @denizoarslan @stephanepeepsmoun 💜🙏🏾😎 📸 by @fabviews_official S/o @privatclub_berlin @housemates_berlin @motionsberlin

Whacking Performance Evening An evening dedicated to Berlin’s Whacking community. Dancers share short performances exploring identity, emotions, culture, and personal stories through movement. A space for creativity, expression, connection and support. @rawbert__chloe 📷 @jeannaxlee 📅 Mittwoch, 18. März ⏰ 19-22 Uhr 📍 Cocoon ✨ 20-21 Uhr: Performances