I originate from Ohio, USA. I came to Australia in the early 1980s where I was one of the original Hip-Hop dancers in Australia; (The Double D’s) dancing on countless TV programmes, promotions, tours, and shows. This resulted in me becoming famous for my individual performances and with other dancers, groups and choreographers. I am known to promote ‘peace, love and unity in dance’.
Setting up one of the first street dance schools in Australia and bringing Hip-Hop dance into the Catholic & State Education curriculum as an acceptable style of dance for Sport & PE.
As a performer and entertainer armed with street dance credibility and music culture, my appeal was naturally with the youth who were itching to learn this new and cool culture. This resulted in me leading the way with my own distinct style and passing on my knowledge through dance. Always at the forefront stylistically, I have always maintained a quality and a forward-thinking attitude towards my art at all times.
Today, my name (Darrio Phillips) is synonymous with Hip-Hop dance having educated several generations throughout Australia and in the US. Now in 2018, with fresh achieved Certificate IV in Youth Work, and Small Biz Coaching & Mentoring; I’m seeking to further evolve and re-launch my career as a teacher for those exploring their creativity in dance and fitness through self-expression and movement. As a mentor, motivational speaker and life coach – I am now sharing my life experiences in an industry that has brought me together with a plethora of different individuals and situations.
