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Teianna- Masters in Dance (2023)
Teianna is a dance educator that has been working for over ten years in the United States. She is currently pursuing a Master of Dance at the University of Auckland.
She has an impressive resume which include a
Bachelor of Arts in Dance and Anthropology with Honours in Dance, as well as a teaching artist residency in South Africa.
"Play is important to me! As a teacher, I want to create fun and friendly environments that appropriately challenge students. I am always looking for new, creative ways to make that possible!"
Chloe- RAD Ballet, NZAMD Jazz, APDA various genres
Chloe is a fantastic dance teacher with infectious energy! She has been working in the dance industry for over 7 years. She has taught a wide variety of genres including ballet, jazz, lyrical, hip-hop, musical theatre, contemporary and salsa.
"There's a light of creativity in everyone but especially in children, I am passionate about bringing that creativity out of children through teaching them dance. I love watching them spark new interests and have fun being the most authentic them. "
Caprice- Over 5 years of teaching experience
Caprice is a dancer and dance teacher that has been freelancing for the last 5 years. After discovering her love for teaching through her hometown community studio, she has gone on to teach in many communities throughout Auckland with her strengths being teaching of Hip Hop and Commercial dance. Whilst continuing to develop her own skill set and knowledge after completing various dance studies papers at the University of Auckland, she is constantly striving to be the best teacher she can be for her students.
“Every person and child deserves a safe space to be able to move, grow, heal and create. Dance has been that safe space for me and I am grateful for every day that I am able to bring that space and opportunity to others. There really is nothing better than simply being able to laugh, smile and move with others.”
Julie- Bachelor of Performing and Screen Arts (Contemporary Dance)- Reliever
Julie is a professional dancer and dance teacher and has been freelancing for twenty years. She has worked with a wide range of people from preschoolers to adults and people with disabilities. Julie completed a Bachelor of Performing and Screen Arts majoring in Contemporary Dance at UNITEC and is a qualified Peak Pilates Instructor.
"I love working with young kids and facilitating creative dance experiences. I have a six-year-old daughter and we have been dancing together since she was born!"
Emily- Masters in Dance Movement Therapy (Teaching & curriculum support)
Emily's dance journey started with ballet at the age of 5 and remained her passion throughout school. At university she completed her Bachelor of Dance Studies, where she developed her skills into other styles of dance, alongside learning about how we teach and learn dance. This degree led her into a Masters of Dance Movement Therapy, as she wanted to study how dance can be used expressively, developmentally, and therapeutically.
"My teaching style encourages participation and fun above all else, and I believe that dance is so important within ECE programmes in helping to develop wonderful human beings!"
Alysha- Masters in Dance Movement Therapy (Graduation 2024)- Reliever and Baby Programme Leader
Alysha's passion lies within the performing arts and alternative therapies. She brings over twenty years dance experience and is always looking for ways to expand on her knowledge to become a well rounded creative. She has been a dance teacher for nine years and loves working with students of all ages. Alysha completed a Bachelor of Dance studies at University of Auckland and is currently finishing her Masters in Dance Movement Therapy thesis (Graduation 2023).
"I love seeing people succeed and supporting them in realising their goals no matter how big or small!"