The 2025 Red Bull BC One Cypher South Africa was nothing short of legendary. Celebrating 18 years of breaking excellence in the country, this year’s event delivered a lineup of elite talent, culminating in a final battle that showcased unparalleled skill, resilience, and artistry.
The Champions: B-Girl Courtnaé Paul and B-Boy Toufeeq
Congratulations to B-Girl Courtnaé Paul and B-Boy Toufeeq, the newly crowned Red Bull BC One Cypher South Africa 2025 champions! Both dancers proved their dominance on the floor, executing jaw-dropping moves and demonstrating why they are among the best in the game. The competition was fierce, with some of the strongest brackets ever seen at a South African BC One Cypher.
B-Girl Courtnaé secured her third Red Bull BC One South Africa title, making history with a back-to-back victory.
“3 X RED BULL BC ONE SA CHAMP 🏆 And we made history going back to back! Next stop: Tokyo 🇯🇵 S/o @redbullza for this incredible opportunity where culture gets to shine! Big love to @levis_africa for holding me down 👖🔥”
She took to Instagram to celebrate, posting:
B-Boy Toufeeq, now a four-time Red Bull BC One South Africa champion, delivered an electrifying performance that solidified his status as a breaking icon.
“Eish, where do I start even ‼️ Thank you to my family for always supporting me and pushing me. Yes, it’s lonely on top, but they’ve been there every step of the way @r3al96 ❤️🧰🏽 And my daughter Luna-Mai Marley Baatjies for basically forcing me to train with her but realizing it actually helped me for the event ❤️🧰🏽🤯 Crazy how God works ‼️ Shout out to @redbullza @redbullbcone for hosting a dope event to allow artists like myself to showcase our talent and challenge ourselves. Big Ups 🙏🏾 ‼️”
He expressed his gratitude in an emotional Instagram post:
A Celebration of Breaking Culture
Red Bull BC One South Africa 2025 was a true testament to the growth of breaking in the country. The national final featured some of the most skilled B-Girls and B-Boys, each bringing their A-game to the floor. The competition was tough, but in the end, Courtnaé Paul and Toufeeq emerged victorious, earning their spots at the Red Bull BC One World Final in Tokyo.
“Strong finish at Red Bull BC One Cypher South Africa 2025! 🏆 Make some noise for @courtnae_paul 💃 & @thereal_bboytoufeeq 🕺! Matched up with solid contenders & brought their best skills to the floor. All out for the title & they earned it 👊 What a win! In collaboration with @reebok @reebokeurope.”
Red Bull BC One celebrated their triumphs on Instagram, posting:
Looking Ahead: The Road to Tokyo
With their victories in the South African cypher, B-Girl Courtnaé Paul and B-Boy Toufeeq will now prepare for the ultimate challenge – the Red Bull BC One World Final in Tokyo. The competition will bring together the best breakers from around the globe, promising a showdown of epic proportions.
As breaking continues to thrive in South Africa, the 2025 edition of Red Bull BC One Cypher was a clear reflection of the community’s passion, dedication, and commitment to pushing the art form forward. The future of South African breaking is brighter than ever.
Stay tuned for more updates on the journey to Tokyo and the evolution of breaking culture in South Africa!