About Dad Steps
Hi, my name is James Dressler-Smith. I live on the Northern Beaches in North Curl Curl with my wife and son.
Here I run a social walking group for dads and their children. It’s called Dad Steps. Every Saturday we meet in North Curl Curl and every Sunday we meet in Manly.
It was created to give dads a simple and casual space to connect with other dads. No pressure, no expectations – just a focus on getting outside, walking with their children, and having conversations with other dads who get it.
Connection for the dads, fresh air for the children and a well-deserved rest for the mums.
Everyone wins!
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Just a regular dad navigating raising a child with their partner
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