Welcome to Trocadero Underground. Situated in the heart of London, joined with Piccadilly Circus station, this haven provides dancers around the capital with a place to practice and perform and is regularly being used by top talent from around the country. The passageway was officially opened in 2010 and has since hosted a variety of events such as ‘battles’ and ‘cyphers’ since its launch.
We speak to dancer Uosof Ahmadi about how the dancers paradise has helped him develop.
Motion Magazine: ‘ So, Uosof, it’s good to speak to you’
Uosof Ahmadi: ‘Good to speak to you too, thanks for having me down, i’ve been looking forward to this interview.’
MM: ‘No problem. Well today we’re specifically interested in the part of your career. What age did you get started at?’
UA: ‘Well I was 12 years old when I first got into it. I saw some streetdancers on YouTube and that, coupled with others around me also doing it, inspired me to get started. From then on it was just practicing to get better really.’
MM: ‘And how long have you been dancing down at Trocadero Underground?’
UA: ‘Since it opened back in 2010 to be honest. When it opened I came down to practice and have been using it since then.’
Motion Magazine: ‘What genre’s of music do you dance to’
Uosof Ahmadi: ‘Mainly Hip-Hop & R&B but the people who dance at Trocadero Underground have such a variation in musical taste and dance styles. It’s re-freshing to see.
MM: ‘What advice would you give to those aspiring to become as good as yourself and make it big on the streetdancing scene?’
UA: ‘Firstly I would recommend that you dont start unless you have that true passion and dedication for it. That really is the motivation that keeps you going. If you do have a genuine love for it, all you can do is work hard and build on your fundamental talent. Not everyone can be the best but if you work hard and stay dedicated the results will be good.’
MM: ‘Thanks for your time.’
UA: ‘Thank You.’
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