Akim Bakhtaoui, also known as Alpha Extreme, is one of the most well-known street dancers in Finland. He is a versatile talent in street dance styles and a professional in contemporary dance.
In the field, Bakhtaoui works as a choreographer, dancer, educator, and judge. He competes internationally and is known for his expertise in Locking dance style. Bakhtaoui is part of the group WFFF (Will Funk For Food). The group's piece, A Fistful of Funk (2024), was the first full length performance dedicated to locking seen on stages in Finland. Bakhtaoui has also choreographed the piece Humanculus (Zodiak, 2021) and Hip Hop Hurray, a piece dedicated for children at Dance theatre Raatikko.
Bakhtaoui is passionate about bringing street dance culture and its essence into the performing arts. By breaking the boundaries created by exclusiveness and making art accessible to a broader audience, he believes he can make a stronger impact on society. Bakhtaoui strives to create artistic works that are engaging, thought-stirring, and approachable. Community, celebration, and inspiration are values close to his heart. He was awarded the Young Creator of Dance award in 2025.