Article from L'Équipe by V.H. - Septembre 18, 2026 - A little of Tahiti in Paris

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A Little Piece of Tahiti in Paris

The arrival of breaking on the program for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games had been its symbol. Beyond the controversies, dance competitions are truly a sport. In early September in Buenos Aires, the Tango World Championship concluded with the victory of the Franco-Argentine duo, Naima Gerasopoulou and Lucas Gauto.

Change of style this weekend in Paris. Starting today and running until Sunday at Bobino, Heiva i Paris 2026 is being held—the world final of the Hip's League, which is "the most followed Tahitian dance competition in the world," according to the organization. As with boxing, we won't enter into the debate between the different federations that award world crowns in this Polynesian specialty.

However, the event—created by the couple Ken and Serena Carlter—is already in its 11th edition. Three world titles are at stake across the categories: Ori Vahine (women), Ori Tane (men), and Tama (children). The finals will take place on Sunday.

Since Paris is decisively the global capital of dance sports, from December 4 to 6 at the Adidas Arena, the World Breaking and Hip-Hop Freestyle Championships will take place, organized by the WDSF (World DanceSport Federation). — V.H.