Introduction
About Øddstepperz
Øddstepperz is a professional street dance company that offers classes, boot camps, and enrichment days in the Worcestershire area. We deliver top-notch instruction tailored to various age groups and skill levels. Our specialized “Elite” classes cater to children and teenagers seeking more than just a pastime, providing opportunities to showcase their talents at local events and participate in competitions nationwide.
At Øddstepperz, our guiding principle is centered around the belief that dance has the power to transform lives by fostering confidence, promoting a healthy lifestyle, and cultivating a positive attitude towards physical exercise. We are dedicated to instilling these values in every student we have the privilege of teaching, guiding and encouraging them on their journey towards personal growth and well-being through the art of dance.
Meet The Team
Daryl Curtis, also known as The Jestar, has been actively involved in dancing since 2008. His journey began at the SYPC (Slough Young People's Centre) while he was pursuing art and design studies in college. He showcased his talent at various events organized by SYPC and regularly attended dance classes at the youth center. Daryl later graduated with a 2.1 BA Hons in Dance from Creative Academy, where he received training in ballet, jazz, tap, modern, and contemporary styles such as Cunningham, Graham, and Release. This diverse training enhanced his funk style foundation and expanded his repertoire of movement qualities.
Continuing his pursuit of knowledge, Daryl attended the Urban Dance Camp in Lörrach, Germany, where he learned from renowned choreographers and freestylers like Marty Kudelka, Lando Wilkins, Mr. Wiggles, and Salah. His professional credits include collaborations with PepsiCo, JD Sports and even Performing a solo at Glastonbury 2022. Daryl now teaches regular dance classes in Worcester and is establishing his brand, OddStepperz, to inspire the next generation of dancers to embrace unique styles. He has performed at prestigious events like Breakin Convention and achieved a top 8 ranking in Juste Debout 2014 in the UK for popping. Daryl is experienced in managing and organizing dance events for communities, having founded 'TasteLikeHipHop,' a successful hip-hop event in Slough back in 2012.
Charlotte Jones has dedicated 9 years to her passion for dance. Her journey began at Christopher Whitehead Language College and continued at Heart of Worcestershire College, where she honed her skills in ballet and contemporary styles such as contact, release, Graham, and Cunningham, along with jazz, modern, and tap. Charlotte's expertise lies in Popping, Locking, Breaking, and Hip Hop, showcasing her talents at various local events and venues including The Hive, Dines Green Community Centre, Sixways Stadium, Joel Corry events, and KGV.
In addition to her performance endeavors, Charlotte finds fulfillment in teaching dance to young individuals in her community. Charlotte has been an integral part of the Øddstepperz team since its inception in 2019, contributing significantly to the company's growth and success.
Ellis and Guilherme serve as esteemed ambassadors for Øddstepperz, embodying the essence and pride of our company. They consistently surpass the expectations of our audience, students, and team members through their exceptional performances at events, on prominent stages, in battles, and during instructional sessions.
Since joining Øddstepperz in 2019, Ellis and Guilherme have demonstrated unwavering dedication to our mission and have significantly contributed to the company's growth and success.
Sessions
For example, theatres will approach companies like Øddstepperz because we offer something that you usually wouldn’t see on strange, so we provide a workshop that will usually consist of a few hours – a day of intense learning of a selection of styles and moves so everyone involved goes home feeling like they have learned and mastered something new!
The camps we organise can run from anything between a day up to a full week! Our holiday/boot camps are a wonderful environment for kids to make new friends, gain confidence and make the most of their school holidays!
Partners
Øddstepperz has had the privilege of collaborating and partnering with numerous outstanding companies, schools, and influential individuals. We look forward to continuing our collaborations and are excited to see the opportunities that lie ahead in the years to come.
We are buzzing with excitement for all the opportunities to create together in the years to come!
We love how much people enjoy what we bring to the table and we only hope we can do more community work with people like dance fest in the future.
We are very intrigued to see what we build together and excited to offer our teachings to a wider crowd!
It’s a fun and unique learning experience for all involved and we at Øddstepperz are full of hope for our future in theatre collaborations!