Biography
Could it be conceivable that the next-up, very best breaker on the planet could also be one of its greatest soul warriors, too?
Everything about Icey Ives seems to suggest that is the case.
A breaker since his pre-teen years, Ives’ unique approach to dance is reflective of his outlook on life itself:
Dedication, appreciation, organization, leadership, and a record of remarkable commitment to community building.
Make no mistake though, once the beat drops and the battle commences, Ives feeds his competitive drive with the ferocity of a warrior and there are no prisoners.
A highly balanced blend of flow, style, power and creativity (all locked into the beat), Ives’ dancing is unquestionably uniquely “Ives-esque” to both the trained and untrained eye.
All of the above isn’t quite enough to achieve dozens of storied, national and global 1st place accolades. Minus a substantial hunger, the spirit cannot thrive. Results may be hollow or even absent all-together.
So what drives Ives’ hunger, and is it related to his formative and current residency in Anchorage, Alaska? Anchorage, the place where snow covers the ground 5 months / year and breakers haven’t traditionally been top of mind?
“It has always been important to me to put Alaska on the map in the breaking world, and that’s a big part of my drive to become World Champion,” says Ives with conviction, adding, “I have so much gratitude to Kareem and the Rock Force Crew that formed in San Francisco back in the 80s and welcomed me much later. No doubt they helped me develop into who I am today.”
In more recent years, Rock Force traveled to one of the best known breaking hubs in history: Los Angeles. The purpose of the trip: one of the most famous battles on earth known as “Freestyle Session.” The outcome: Champions.
Freestyle Session is a renowned crew battle. So what about in 1v1 competition?
A three-time Red Bull BC One USA Champion (2018, 2019, 2024) and Runner-Up at the Red Bull BC One World Final in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Ives is the 1st Filipino American to accomplish these massive feats – a fact he warmly acknowledges:
“Coming from an immigrant family and understanding the sacrifices my parents made to keep our family together and establish us as U.S. citizens, I think about that every day. It fuels my dance and is a big part of why I do what I do.”
Onward. Upward. Always purposefully.
Only time will tell where Ives’ journey will ultimately bring the young man.
However, what is becoming abundantly clear is that there is another attribute to add to his mix, be that intended or not:
Dedication, appreciation, organization, leadership, community. And Recognition.
Gallery
Career Highlights
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2025
Seiko 5 Sports Showdown
Tokyo, Japan
1st
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2025
Festival Hiphop Obsession
Nantes, Frane
Dancer of the Night
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2025
Festival Hiphop Obsession
Nantes, Frane
2nd (Group)
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2024
Red Bull BC One
Rio de Janeiro
2nd
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2024
Red Bull BC One National Finals
Venice, California
1st
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2024
Under The Lions Rock
Hong Kong, China
1st
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2024
Undisputed B-Boy Masters Crew Battle
Los Angeles, California
1st
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2024
Vans In The Circle Open Styles 1v1
Los Angeles, California
1st
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2024
Bashville Stampede
Nashville, Tennessee
1st
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2023
Massive Monkees Day
Seattle, Washington
1st
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2023
Breaking For Gold Olympic Regional Qualifier
Los Angeles, California
1st
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2022
SuperBreak
Tokyo, Japan
1st
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2022
ESPN2 X Pro Breaking Tour
Rock Hill, South Carolina
1st
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2021
FreeStyle Session
Los Angeles, California
1st
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2021
B-boy City
Austin, Texas
1st
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2021
Vegas Kings
Las Vegas, Nevada
1st
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2021
USA Breaking Battle of the Rockies
Denver, Colorado
1st
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2020
“Resolution Of The Anchorage Municipal Assembly Recognizing and Honoring Jeremy “Icey Ives” Calara Viray.”
State of Alaska
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2020
Battle of Honour
Mechelen, Belgium
1st
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2020
Make History Vol.1
Oakland, California
1st
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2019
Red Bull BC One National Finals
Houston, Texas
1st
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2019
Found Nation Jam
Tokyo, Japan
1st
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2018
Red Bull BC One National Finals
Boston, Massachusetts
1st
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2018
Who Got the Props
Detroit, Michigan
1st
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2018
Break the Bay
Oakland, California
1st
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2017
Melting Pot
Honolulu, Hawaii
1st
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2017
McDonald’s B-Boy Royal
Manhattan, New York
1st
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2017
The Northwest Sweet 16
Seattle, Washington
1st
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2016
Freshest Kid
Las Vegas, Nevada
1st
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2015
Massive Monkees Day
Seattle, Washington
1st
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2015
R-16
Las Vegas, Nevada
1st
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2015
Kings of Dance
Los Angeles, California
1st
