MADDISON PRICE

Energetic, Fun, Intuitive 

Maddison teaches: Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Commercial Acrobatics and Musical Theatre

Maddison strives to provide an encouraging space for dancers to express their creativity and passion for movement. She aims to motivate students to focus on a balance of technical precision and storytelling.

Training:

Principal Academy of Dance

Diploma of Performing Arts

Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts

Cert IV in Music Theatre

Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University

Bachelor of Musical Theatre

Leah Hamlet

Creative, Wholehearted, Kind

Leah teaches: Jazz and Lyrical

Leah takes a holistic approach to her teaching, valuing the importance of developing mental skills and a growth mindset alongside the dancer's physical training. Grit, determination, passion, and creative expression are all elements that Leah seeks to grow within her students.

Training:

Deakin University Bachelor of Arts (Distinction) / Bachelor of Commerce 

Spectrum Dance and Performing Arts full time training

Diploma Musical Theatre (CUA50213)

Cert IV in Dance (CUA40111)

Cert IV in Dance Teaching and Management (CUA40313)

Cert IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116)

Cert III Fitness (SIS30315)

Georgia Watterson

Nurturing, Patient, Playful

Georgia teaches: RAD Ballet, Contemporary, Tap and Jazz

Georgia is passionate about providing a safe environment for all children to develop their own movement and creativity. She strives to find the fun in learning for every child with an inclusive and interactive space within the studio. Georgia hopes to pass on her love of dance to the next generation, whilst developing well rounded and creative young people.

Training:

Transit Dance Performing Arts Fulltime Training

Diploma of Dance (Elite Performance)

Cert IV in Dance Teaching and Management

Natalie Whalley

Engaging, Inspiring, Structured

Natalie teaches: RAD Ballet, Lyrical, Musical Theatre & Singing

Growing up in Canberra, ACT, Natalie discovered her love for the stage through intense dance training and amateur theatre productions. Natalie has been teaching dance of all styles since 2014 and finds great joy in seeing hard work pay off in her students. Natalie is excited to be working with the students at Elevation Dance Studios and hopes to encourage and inspire their artistry, passion and expression.

Training:

Associate of the Royal Academy of Dance

Diploma of Dance (Elite Performance)

Bachelor of Music Theatre 

Master of Arts and Cultural Management

Tina Young

Studio Manager & Administration Assistant

As Studio Manager and Administration Assistant at Elevation Dance Studios, Tina wears many hats to keep things humming along seamlessly. From handling enrolments and scheduling classes to managing studio operations and ensuring everything is spick and span.

Tina says one of the most rewarding aspects of her role is building relationships with students and their families, fostering a sense of community within the studio. Tina prides herself on being approachable and supportive, always ready to lend a listening ear or offer guidance when needed. 

Sophia Bae

Caring, passionate, trusting

Sophia teaches: Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary and Hip Hop

Sophia has a nurturing and supportive delivery of teaching. Sophia’s goal is to provide a space of exploration for students, developing passion and a continuous desire to learn more about movement and their inner selves. She encourages her students to practice good work ethic and strive for their personal best. Sophia knows that determination stems from a deeply rooted passion, and her goal is to keep that spark in students’ alive and thriving through their young and teen years. 

Training:

Scholarship graduate from Jason Coleman’s Ministry of Dance

Diploma of Dance

Cert IV in Dance Teaching and Business Management 

Ministry of Entertainment Agency

jake keen

Passionate, Bubbly, Dynamic. 

Jake teaches: Jazz, Lyrical and Commercial

Jake aims to create a safe dance environment where students feel confident, driven and supported. He hopes to encourage individuality through movement and choreography, allowing his students to be authentic and present. Through his classes, Jake puts emphasis on exploring the use of dynamics and movement quality, as well as applying attention to detail and intricate movements. 

Training:            

Diploma of Musical Theatre at Transit Dance

Diploma of Elite Performance (Jazz) at Transit Dance

Legs Dance Studio, Canberra