Business Details
20 Years
experience
Award-Winning Street Dance Classes for All Ages
Streetfunk is a multi-award-winning street dance school established in 2006 by JP Omari, a renowned Hip Hop dancer, teacher, and choreographer. Our mission is to inspire confidence, positivity, and self-expression through street dance while fostering values of hard work, discipline, and respect. We offer classes for children aged 4-18 and adults, with a unique grading system approved by BN1 ARTS to track progress. Our competition crews have won international titles, and our FunkFit adult fitness classes combine dance with fun workouts.With a strong focus on community impact, we collaborate with charities to provide accessible dance opportunities. Our experienced instructors, including award-winning choreographers, deliver high-energy sessions in styles like Hip Hop, Breaking, Popping, and Locking. Streetfunks influence extends globally through partnerships and a commitment to spreading dance culture.
Services
Kids Street Dance Classes
Adult Dance Fitness
Competition Crew Training
Grading Certification
Charity Sponsorship Programs
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We are multi-award-winning leaders in Hip Hop dance education
- Our certified grading system tracks individual progress effectively
- We teach core values alongside dance techniques
- Our instructors include world-renowned choreographers
- We offer accessible programs through charity partnerships
Associations and certifications
- BN1 ARTS (Performing Arts College)
Services
Kids Street Dance Classes
Our energetic classes for children aged 4-18 teach authentic Hip Hop techniques while fostering confidence and creativity. Students progress through our BN1 ARTS-certified grading system, learning various styles including Breaking, Popping, and Locking. Classes emphasize musicality, choreography, and freestyle expression in a supportive environment.
Adult Dance Fitness
Join our high-energy FunkFit sessions combining dance with fitness. These classes use funk, soul, and Motown classics to build fitness naturally through movement. No choreography required - just enjoy expressive dancing while improving cardiovascular health and coordination in a sociable group setting led by experienced instructors.
Competition Crews
Our award-winning competition crews train intensively in Hip Hop styles. From junior groups like Y2K to adult teams, we prepare dancers for regional and international events. Coached by experts, members develop advanced skills in choreography, battle techniques, and performance presentation, having won 5 World Championship titles to date.
Grading System
Our structured grading system, approved by BN1 ARTS, helps students track technical progress through levels from Minis to Advanced. Each tier requires mastering specific moves, performance skills, and musical understanding. This motivational framework celebrates achievements while maintaining rigorous dance education standards across all styles taught.
Charity Sponsorship
We collaborate with charities like Teddy Treats Children's Charity to provide free dance opportunities for underprivileged youth. This initiative helps children develop confidence and social skills through structured dance education, addressing post-pandemic challenges while making dance accessible to all socioeconomic groups in Sussex.
People
JP Omari
Founder & Choreographer
Multi-award-winning Hip Hop pioneer with 20+ years experience. Former Strictly Dance Fever finalist who launched Streetfunk in 2006. Recognised globally for creating FunkFit dance fitness and developing championship crews. Holds significant industry credibility through memberships in top dance crews and collaborations with chart-topping artists.
Tony Mortimer
Patron
East 17 band member supporting Streetfunk's community impact. Advocates for dance as positive youth development tool. Recognises the school's success in helping young people from diverse backgrounds through music and movement, fostering motivation and creative expression.
Munya Muchati
Crew Choreographer
Award-winning dance instructor specialising in Hip Hop and Breaking. Trains K.O.D crew to international competition standards. Brings extensive experience in preparing dancers for performance excellence, with particular expertise in developing technical precision and stage presence for championship success.
Questions
What age ranges do your dance classes cater for?
We offer classes for children aged 4-18 years and adult dance fitness sessions for all age groups through our FunkFit program.
Can new students try a class before committing?
Yes, we offer trial classes allowing prospective students to experience our teaching style and facilities before enrolling in regular classes.
Do you prepare students for dance competitions?
Yes, we have multiple competition crews at different levels that train intensively for regional, national and international events.
How do you measure student progress?
Our BN1 ARTS-certified grading system tracks technical development across dance styles, musicality, and performance skills through clearly defined levels.
Are there payment assistance options available?
Yes, we partner with charities like Teddy Treats to provide financial support for families needing assistance with dance class fees.
What styles of dance do you teach?
We specialise in Hip Hop, Breaking, Popping, Locking, House and Krump techniques, with Waacking also included in advanced training.
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Reviews (2)
Rhiannon Rolf
Aug 20, 2021
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Streetfunk has transformed the lives of so many young people including my own. Becoming apart of Streetfunk has allowed me to travel across the UK winning Streetdance competitions in a highly competitive scene. Streetfunk spreads DANCE - ENERGY - FUN across Sussex and has allowed me to learn the whole history of Streetdance. If you are looking for a life changing dance experience. This is it!
Julie Stacey
Jun 05, 2017
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Streetfunk has changed everything for my son - hes grown in confidence and made loads of friends and loves loves loves the dancing! Teaching is among best in UK and just gets better and better. Vary exciting to be part of !
