our FACULTY

We are fortunate to work with dozens of passionate industry leaders in over 20 different styles of dance!
Many of our current and former teachers are in demand globally, and MDH faculty members also regularly produce events and facilitate spaces for local dancers.

Read on to find out more!

  • Jasmine began dancing at the age of 3 and studied Tap, Jazz and Ballet. As the years went on, Jasmine expanded her repertoire to include Hip Hop / Street Dance. All these different styles fused together have created Jasmine’s own Street Style, which she is now renowned for.

    Jasmine and Luis (the other half of team Mega Jam) have been performing, choreographing and teaching workshops all over the world thanks to the success of their Mega Jam You Tube channel which has 1.5 million subscribers and has racked up over 500 million video views globally, making it one of the biggest commercial choreography dance channels in the world.

    After 3 European workshop tours and pop up classes across the USA Jaz has now settled back in Brisbane to continue doing what she loves most, choreographing and teaching commercial dance classes.

    “My style is a very feminine, girly style of hip hop for the most part, but I like to change it up from week to week. I like lots of different styles of music so that reflects in my classes / choreography. But most of all it’s about having fun and just loving music and dance”

    Photo: Janna Imperial

CHOREOGRAPHY

  • Wanida is a creative director, choreographer and performance artist.

    Professionally working for over a decade, Wanida has become an industry leader in the dance scene by educating, hosting events, performing, continually pushing boundaries through movement and action.

    Some of her performance highlights are: Jess B, Jessica Mauboy, Commonwealth Games, The Special Olympics, Puma as well as featuring in campaigns for Vice, Absolut Vodka & Fox Sports. She has also choreographed and performed for multiple music videos and fashion label campaigns.

    Wanida has honed her dance and choreography skills by training in Los Angeles, Japan, Singapore and all over Australia. She has competed and judged many battles and trains her team in the art of freestyle dance. Often judging at events, teaching classes/workshops and producing work, she is highly active in the dance community with 4 sold out independent productions under her belt. One of her proudest achievements is producing and creatively directing production, ‘The Type’ for Brisbane Festival and Metro Arts 2020 season.

    In 2017 Wanida founded Pink Matter, an independent company aimed at creating opportunities and highlighting powerful women in the community. Through Pink Matter she is passionate about breaking current stereotypes within the entertainment industry by diversifying the dance sector and breaking down barriers for dancers from different backgrounds of all shapes and sizes. Pink Matter focuses are, creating paid opportunities for local professionals and organising community and public dance events such as ‘safe space’ workshops for women, industry programs and inclusive industry nights showcasing up and coming and established choreographers/dancers.

    Wanida continues to strive to inspire, mentor and be a pillar of representation.

    Photo: Janna Imperial

CHOREOGRAPHY / GROOVES

  • Ngavaine (also known as Ninie) started dancing when she was around 11 years old. She trained mainly in Hip Hop, and at 17 she moved away from home to join dance crew The Royal Family under global superstar Parris Goebel.

    When The Royal Family’s all-female crew ReQuest danced with Jennifer Lopez on the finale of American Idol, it led to Ngvaine and five other girls landing a contract with Cirque De Soleil in Michael Jackson ONE.

    After two years living and dancing in Vegas, she moved to Australia and started teaching and mentoring dancers.

    Photo: Janna Imperial

CHOREOGRAPHY

  • Glen has been teaching in Brisbane since 2017. He has competed on national and international stages, including prestigious events such as World of Dance and Arena Singapore.

    Despite his performance career, Glen’s true passion lies in teaching—specifically in mentoring others and nurturing their development.

    Glens classes are known for their focus on texture, musicality, and energy, with the environment fostering personal growth and a sense of community.

    Glen is also the director of “The Blueprint.”

    Photo: Janna Imperial

CHOREOGRAPHY

  • Luis has been performing and teaching dance since the 1980s, influenced by the rise of Hip Hop music and the many styles of dance that fall under this dynamic and constantly evolving genre.

    His style is a melting pot of Ol’ Skool Hip Hop and Nu Skool Hip Hop featuring such styles as B Boying, Lockin’, Poppin’, Krump and other styles fused into what he calls an Urban Street Jazz class.

    Luis Pinto and Jasmine Meakin are the creators of the YouTube Channel Mega Jam, that has accumulated 500 million views and 1,4 Million Subscribers.

    Through the success of their You Tube Channel Luis and Jasmine have toured the world teaching their unique style of Hip Hop.

    Luis started his dancing career as a Freestyle Street Dancer in the 1980’s he strengthened his foundation with two years of Jazz training which gave him the tools to be able to break down his freestyle ability and create his own style of choreography.

    Luis understands how difficult it is to learn someone else’s choreography, he believes in teaching with patience and clarity so you don’t feel alienated in class….don’t be afraid to ask questions!

    Photo: Janna Imperial

CHOREOGRAPHY

  • Eden Zerk is a natural performer and powerhouse known for her extraordinary talent and enduring dedication as an acclaimed artist and choreographer. Eden is a versatile dancer whose unique style is a fusion of Urban Hip Hop and R&B which stimulates her creativity, continually pushing boundaries as an artist.

    Eden’s dedication, love and respect for the hip hop culture at a young age led her to perform on Australia’s Got Talent, captivating audiences nationally and leading on to international recognition after a 6-month scholarship in LA.

    Eden spent 4 years living in Canada, building her career with a host of accolades. She has danced on tour with AP DHILLON around North America which featured her journey on the Amazon Prime series ‘Out of this World’ Tour and has taken lead as a Choreographer and Dancer for two of Diljit Dosanjh’s music videos ‘Umbrella’ & ‘Ghost’ and Tatum Nurjannah latest music video ‘Balboa’.

CHOREOGRAPHY

  • Born in Perth, Alexa kicked off her dance journey at 14 years old with global champion team 'The Society' where she spent years competing, performing, and choreographing.

    Alexa has performed in major shows like The Royal Family Australian Tour, Red Bull - Dance Your Style entertainment bracket in Brisbane and the World Dance Crew Competition.

    A highlight has been living in Los Angeles for 8 months training with some of the industry’s top choreographers.,a long with participating in the infamous 'Take Flight' program in Dublin, Ireland under the guidance of Kerrie Milne.

    With a strong foundation in Hip Hop, Dancehall, Afro, and House, Alexa brings her own flavour to every class—blending styles and energy to create choreography that feels good and lets dancers fully express themselves.

    Photo: Jesalyn Rose

CHOREOGRAPHY

  • Elton is a performer and choreographer based in Brisbane. From a young age, he developed a passion for theatre, musicals, and commercial dance, and has since built a career across stage and performance projects.

    With credits including UQ Theatre, Underground Broadway, and Millennial Productions, Elton brings a strong foundation in performance, musicality, and storytelling to everything he does.

    Alongside performing, Elton is ready to bring the training and guidance he received from his MDH mentors into the studio, specialising in commercial choreography. He is passionate about helping students build confidence, polish performances, and develop their own style—passing on the same lessons and mentorship that shaped his own journey.

    Photo: Janna Imperial

CHOREOGRAPHY

  • Brandon is an Australian performer with a 10-year background in competitive ballroom dancing, placing 2nd nationally in the Latin American style. His credits include touring the U.S. with Carnival Cruise Line, Matt Ward Entertainment’s Priscilla Queen of the Desert and Billy Elliot, and Prospero Arts’ 2025 production of Sweet Charity, directed and choreographed by Cameron Mitchell.

    Since 2024, Brandon has been a featured performer at Gold Coast’s Pink Flamingo in Ripped, La Teaze and Suave, alongside performances in RuPaul’s Drag Race Werq The World Tour, Trixie Mattel’s Solid Pink Disco: Blonde Ball, and for Erika Jayne. He is passionate about performance, musicality, and helping dancers build confidence, presence, and individuality.

    Photo: Christopher Dixon

CHOREOGRAPHY

  • Chymz Angeles is a dancer, choreographer and co-founder of Venture Dance Company - based between Adelaide and Brisbane, teaching across multiple states.

    Her classes are rooted in connection, artistry and community - creating a space where dancers feel safe to push themselves, explore new ideas and celebrate their individuality.

    Known for her energy and performance-driven style, Chymz delivers sessions that champion confidence, connection, and growth.

    Her classes centre around musicality, energy and empowerment - leaving every room inspired, sweaty and smiling.

HEELS / CHOREOGRAPHY

  • Tess was born and raised in New Zealand, moving to Brisbane at the beginning of 2024. She is a professional dancer and a passionate choreographer, teacher and creative.

    At the age of 3, she discovered her love for movement through ballet. She went on to study a variety of dance styles in full time training and mentorships, as well as venturing to Los Angeles to train with some of the world’s best choreographers and teachers.

    After finding movement in heels 7 years ago, she hasn’t taken them off since 😉 Her style is inspired by feeling, music and what feels good in the body. She combines her technical training and lines with groove and essence!

    Photo: Mitchell Chooi

HEELS

  • Tyra Bertling is a performer and choreographer based in Brisbane. Tyra first started her training at Raw Dance Company under the training of Jack Chambers where she trained in various styles of dance such as Hip Hop, Jazz, Cabaret, Musical Theatre, Ballet, Acro and Tap. She completed her Certificate III in Dance and Diploma in Musical Theatre in her time there. She later on went and trained full time dance at Global Dance Pro, and currently finished training at the Sunday Sessions Pro Series under Bodie Fullerton.

    Tyra has performed and danced for various forms of entertainment. Such as the NRL Magic Rounds, Brisbane Silver Bullets, The 2022 Logie Awards and back up dancing for Australian pop star singer BEKS.

HEELS

  • Christie has been part of the Southeast Queensland dance scene since the 2010s, also taking part in classes and workshops both in Melbourne and Sydney. Her passion lies within commercial and heels dance, training under many of MDH's resident and international choreographers.

HEELS

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HEELS

  • Local Brisbane dancer Matt “Boogie Stretch” has over eight years of experience in the street styles of Popping & Locking. Having started in 2014, he was one of the few beginner-level dancers entering battles at the time.

    Fellow Mad Dance teacher Loic formed ‘The 2nd Degree’ with Matt in 2016, and they have been entering battles together ever since.

    Matt later qualified for Team Queensland at ‘Popping Nation 2017’ in Sydney, and again in 2018 where the team took 2nd place nationally.

    Matt also enjoys choreographing fun, over-the-top performances for events such as BrisAsia and International Dance Day.

    Some of his experiences include:

    - Battle Guest at “Get On Up” 7 To Smoke
    - Judge at Street Groove Anniversary Battle 2020
    - Judge at “Get Funk’d” Funkstyle Battle 2021
    - 1st Place, Elements Collective Halloween 4v4 Battle
    - 2nd Place, “Bring Back The Style” Popping Battle
    - 2nd Place, Mia’s Allstyle 7 To Smoke
    - Top 4, Hit The Hay ft. MT Pop
    - Top 12, Popper’s Night Out
    - Top 14, BrisAsia Popping 2023 ft. MT Pop

    Photo: Janna Imperial

POPPING

  • Clarence is a world renowned dancer who started his career in Brisbane and has now taken his talents worldwide through videos, teachings, dance battles and performances. Over the years he has focused his training on animation technique fused with freestyle inspired by hip hop culture. The first class he started teaching weekly was in 2013, at Elements Collective dance studio teaching Poppin’.

    During 2016-2019 he spent most of his time in LA and although he had already made an impact in the Australian scene with his crew, GoldenCoastline, he joined a new crew formed by Slim Boogie, called, ‘The Lot’. Battling with, and against some of the best in the world, Clarence was making a name for himself within the street dance/battle scene in the U.S.A and around the world. One of his battles at 2017 Freestyle Sessions against ‘Salah’, has over 500k views! The Brisbane Boy has represented Australia many times in battles throughout the world and has also performed with the Jabbawockeez at Universal Studios LA from 2016-2018. In 2019 he spent 3 months in Macau with the Jabbawockeez performing for the new MGM Hotel Grand Opening.

    In 2022 Clarence won 5 battles back to back in Sydney and was also the champion of Red Bull Dance Your Style Brisbane, as well as making the top 4 in the Australian finals. Since 2023 Clarence has taken a step back from competing and stepping more into the teacher/judges seat - being flown to cities like Melbourne, Sydney and Perth to Judge battles and teach workshops. You can also find him on YouTube with over 3.5 MILLION views performing a tribute to Michael Jackson’s ‘Dangerous’ performance alongside the SJJ Creative dance team. Clarence also starred in Matt Corby’s ‘If I Never Say a Word’ music video, which has accumulated over 400,000 views.

    Since 2013, Clarence has been a big part of the QLD Street Dance Scene and will continue to share his knowledge and love for the culture that we call Hiphop.

    Photo: Janna Imperial

BODY CONTROL & ISOLATIONS

  • Aubrey started her dance journey from Mad Dance House and UQ Street Groove in 2019, and has since trained in multiple street styles including Hip Hop and Waacking until she found her passion for House.

    Representing local all-style dance crew Wolf in Sheep, she is an active member in the local freestyle dance community, co-organising Monday House Jams, running classes, organising events and producing showcases. She has also travelled interstate and internationally to learn from the pioneers and upskill her craft.

    In her class, you will be able to learn the foundations of House and apply it through variations, routines and freestyle exercises.

    Photo: Janna Imperial

HOUSE

  • Despite not having much exposure to dance and music growing up, Wisdom now considers dance an integral part of his life. With over a decade of dance experience, his main foundation can be identified under Hip Hop, Animation and Krump. However, he also appreciates other dance styles and spontaneously draws inspiration from the community and internet.

    Wisdom is a passionate, technical, and unique dancer which is reflected by the groups he represents: Bang Universe, Upstate Krump and Hot Chocolate. Ultimately, he hopes to build unity and a bolder appreciation for dance in the QLD community by being the best role model possible.

    Photo: Janna Imperial

KRUMP

  • Loïc teaches Hip Hop foundations and is particularly passionate about sharing training techniques for students to have fun and develop their own movement within the style. In Loïc’s classes, you can expect to learn and practice the basics of Hip Hop technique, grooves, party dance steps, along with body control and musicality drills that will bring your Hip Hop to the next level, whether you are an absolute beginner, or a more experienced dancer.

    Loïc started dancing in late 2011, learning footwork off YouTube until he took his first dance class in 2013. In 2016, he discovered Hip Hop and never looked back. A passionate member of the local community, he has been deeply involved in the university and Brisbane dance scenes, organising events with UQ Street Groove and his crew ‘The 2nd Degree’ since 2016.

    Since 2022, Loïc has produced the BrisAsia Dance Battles, QLD's biggest street dance battle event, attracting dancers from all over Australia and international guests annually. His favourite competitive achievement was winning the Elements Collective Halloween Battles in 2022 with his crew.

    You can always find Loïc at local jams, battles and events. If you want to connect with the local street style community, or learn more about Hip Hop – hit him up! Loïc is also the manager here at Mad Dance House, so send him lots of emails if you have questions or feedback!

    Photo: Janna Imperial

HIP HOP

  • My name is Melissa. I’m a Zimbabwean born Afro dancer/ choreographer. I specialise in the various Afro dance styles inclusive of Afrohouse and afrofusion.

    Afrofusion is a combination of Afro dance styles. I pariticularly focus on the styles from the south of Africa including amapiano dance, which is a new and upcoming style .

    I’m a competitive dancer but when I’m not competing I’m either performing or sharing my knowledge by teaching the African styles and flavours that come within the Afro dance genre.

    Afro is definitely my whole heart and identity however I also have influence from the dancehall genre and hip hop which creates some of the fusions I teach!

    Photo: Janna Imperial

AFRO FUSION

  • Ralph is a world class bboy with 20 years of experience, known for his dynamic style and creativity. A three-time Red Bull BC One Beirut Champion, he has competed and won at international battles, including Cyprus Blaze Masterjam and Germany’s Rise to the Top.

    With 12 years of teaching experience, he’s passionate about developing the next generation of dancers. Ralph has performed on major stages, including Expo 2020 and DXB Airport in Dubai.

    Now based in Brisbane, he continues to showcase the power of Breaking through performances and coaching. Beyond dance, he’s a skilled video editor, crafting high-energy visuals for brands and athletes. His journey is one of resilience, creativity, and mastery pushing limits, breaking boundaries, and redefining movement.

BREAKING

  • Anuki has been dancing since she was 2 years old, starting out with traditional and classical styles such as Ballet, Contemporary, Jazz, Kandyan and Bharatanatyam, consistently training in these styles well into university life.

    She started delving into Hip Hop in high school and after discovering the university dance community Street Groove in 2015, she has dived deeper into street dance. Anuki eventually joined Hood Dance Academy later in 2020, which helped deepen her understanding of dance.

    Anuki has been an active member of the Kpop dance community in Brisbane since 2015 and continues to choreograph, perform and compete regularly.

    Photo: Janna Imperial

KPOP

  • With a big love for dancing and moving your body, you can never feel out of place in a grooves classes with Janna. It’s the perfect place to start if you are totally new or just wanting to groove.

    Janna started dancing at MDH in 2009 as a student that just wanted to learn to dance. Fast forward to a couple of years down the track and MDH has become her second home. From dancing every day, to managing the studios and now stepping into the new role as Creative Director.

    Janna has learnt and trained under some of the biggest names in hip hop and house, and continues to be a student wherever she can, whether it be a contemporary, dancehall or foundations class.

    Expect to keep your body constantly moving in her class, while learning your groove foundations and some basic step combos to have you ready for any occasion… especially that d-floor! It’s a chilled out, no stress zone and the aim is to find your own unique style along the way.

    Photo: Janna Imperial

GROOVES

  • Brooke studies and practices Litefeet both within Australia and in NY, learning under pioneers and innovators within the culture. Representing Flii Fam led by Flii Boogiie (Bronx, NY) Brooke's style is influenced by Litefeet traditions while also drawing on her personal expression to create her movement within the style.

    Photo: Piper King

LITEFEET

  • Emic is a Waacking teacher and one of the people responsible for the culture's growth in Brisbane. His journey with Waacking started in 2013, when he fell in love with it at first sight.

    Emic learnt how to express his personality through dance and loved how much freedom Waacking offered him as a style and community. It is his goal to guide people to understand and dive into this style so that they too may feel its empowerment.

    Photo: Janna Imperial

WAACKING

  • Buddy is a Filipino-Australian movement artist based in Brisbane, traversing contemporary dance, interdisciplinary explorations and waacking contexts. Graduating with a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance) minoring in Dance Performance from the Queensland University of Technology, he stands as the prestigious Creative Industries University Medallist.

    A recipient of the 2023 uNCOILEd eXposed residency, Buddy recently unveiled 'Lato2x,' a critically acclaimed work praised by Dance Australia as "engaging and well worth seeing." Buddy’s artistic journey was propelled by the prestigious QUT Elite Performance and Visual Art Scholarship, a catalyst that ignited his fascination with the endless possibilities of movement. His choreographic practice includes a standout premiere at the iconic Queensland Museum and international recognition with an immersive residency at Ars Electronica Linz, Austria in 2022. His choreographic prowess has flourished through collaborations with esteemed entities like the Adelaide and Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Australian Defence Force, Studio1, ADC, QACI and JKU Linz.

    Emerging into the Australian Waacking community in 2021, Buddy has already achieved the 2023 Waacking Inferno X Club Concept Open Performance Winner (VIC) and the 2022 Brisbane Champion (QLD) and national runner up for the Australian WaackTournament (NSW). Other recent accolades include, Blackbird Protostar Grant recipient (2023, National), AFTRS scholarship (2023, Sydney), Studio1 Unfunded Excellence (2023, Brisbane), VENTspace Residency (2023, Brisbane) and Sharp Short Dance - dance on film winner (2022, Sydney). In 2025, Buddy premiered his creative development Bahala/o at Metro Arts.

WAACKING

  • For Mandy, dance was a much loved hobby until she was employed at a Brazilian Theatre Restaurant in Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley in Oct 2006. Here she was trained in the unique style of Latin American movement: including Samba, Salsa, Afro, Axe & Lambada. In 2010, Mandy won the Salsa Solo Competition Team Category with her crew “Risque” debuting in Sydney with a new fusion of hip hop & Salsa that won them the 2010 title.

    Dance is Mandy's passion because it makes her feel free & full of energy, life and emotion. It is not to judge or compare… but to be yourself and just let loose, have fun and shine!

    We asked Mandy what she loves about Mad Dance House:

    "The “dance culture” I feel when entering the building & see in the students and teachers. Everyone is there for the same thing – to have fun, to move & train & enjoy their passion for dance. Everyone is super friendly but also in their own “dance world” striving to learn & reach their goals, sharing their love & passion for the same thing & filling the class with good vibes – so it becomes very motivating & addictive!"

SAMBA FIT / SALSA / YOGA

  • After studying classical/contemporary Claire has been fortunate enough to travel Australia and the world performing/creating.

    Some performances include: ‘Spiegelesque’, 2021 ‘Lord Mayors Christmas Carols’, ‘Cabaret De Paris’, Dance Captain ‘Palazzo’ Germany, ‘2018 TV Week Logies’, ‘NRL Grand Final’ Guy Sebastian, ‘Up up and away’ Candy Shop Tour, ‘Grease the Arena Experience’, ‘A Very Naughty Christmas’, Bonnie Lythgoe’s ‘The Adventures of Peter Pan and Tinkerbell’, ‘The IT girls’ London, Princess Cruises, Dance Captain MSC cruises with Bor Productions, ‘Lumiair’ China, ‘Joseph & the Technicolor Dreamcoat’, ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’, Paradizo Samba Company.

    Claire has taught at numerous full time studios, dance schools and conducted professional open classes/workshops around Queensland, but also loves jumping onto the creative side of productions and seeing them come to life from the other side of the stage.

    Creative credits include: Choreographer ‘Springfield Carols’. Assistant Choreographer ‘AFL Grand Final 2020’, Co Writer/Director/Choreographer ‘The Underground Hour,’ Associate Choreographer ‘Wizard of Oz Arena Spectacular’ tour, ‘Grease the Arena Experience’ tour, ‘Hairspray Arena Spectacular’ tour, OTC’s ‘Boy & Girl’.

    Claire is also qualified and is currently a trainer and assessor for courses Cert IV & Diploma in Musical Theatre, and Cert IV in Dance.

    Photo: Janna Imperial

THEATRE JAZZ

  • Anna Johnston moved to Australia from the Philippines at the age of 2 and found her life passion and purpose at the age of 5… you guessed it - Dance!

    With more than 15 years of experience, she has continued to establish a reputation as a powerhouse Choreographer, Creative Director, Teacher, and Mentor in the Industry.

    Anna is an all-around performer trained in all styles of dance. Her favourite most loved dance styles to teach would-be Commercial Jazz, JFH (Jazz/Funk/Hip Hop), and Stylised Jazz.

    My biggest achievements as a Choreographer are:

    - Coterie Cabaret - 2021
    - Hidden - Global Dance Pro - 2021
    - Brisbane Fashion Week Closing show with fashion line Bonita Collective - 2021
    - Cabaret mini show NYE - 2021
    - Dancing CEOs - 2017-2026
    - Brisbane Broncos Annual Champions for Charity Ball - 2019
    - Gold Coast Commonwealth Games Closing Ceremony - 2018
    - Shrek Jnr Musical - St Josephs Gregory Terrace - 2017
    - Pippin Musical - St Josephs Gregory Terrace + All Hallows - 2016
    - Creative Generation State Schools Onstage - 2014 - 2020
    - Jazz Vibes Brisbane - 2013
    - Mountain Design Product Launch Catwalk - 2011 - 2012

    Anna’s favourite achievements as a Performer/dancer are:

    - Babes of Rock Burlesque Show - 2022
    - Glasgow Commonwealth Games Closing Ceremony - 2014
    - Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey’s Circus Tour - Circus X-treme - 2014
    - Dancing CEO’s - 2018 - 2022
    - Brisbane Heat Hype Crew - 2021/2022
    - Brisbane Bullets Crew - 2019/2020
    - Brisbane Broncos Dance Squad - 2014 + 2019
    - Easter Festival Main Stage with Bec Laughton - 2014
    - BMW Launch India - 2012
    - Brazil Carnival Florianopolis - 2011

    Highly conceptual and with an undeniable zest, Anna has brought large-scale productions from the drawing board to the stage for corporate clients such as Lorna Jane, Mountain Designs, BMW, Suncorp, Footlocker, and various fashion brands, as well as working with Gold Coast and Brisbane City Councils.

    Nothing brings her more joy than the creative process - thinking of new ways to showcase talent, products, and services, and she has a knack for creating the big celebration on stage, teaching students and clients something new along the way.

    Photo: Janna Imperial

JAZZ / COMMERCIAL

  • Ellie is an all-around performer trained in all styles of dance since the age of nine, including in Classical Ballet (Cecchetti), Jazz, Contemporary, Lyrical and Commercial Street Styles.

    Ellie has worked extensively in the dance industry for over ten years. Her credits include:

    - Shanghai Disney Resort Opening and Returning Cast Member (2016-2018 & 2019), performing as a stage show dancer in Summer Blast, Golden Fairytale Fanfare and Fantasy Festival. Ellie was also friends with Princess Aurora, Cinderella, Rapunzel, Ariel, Princess Anna and Queen Elsa.
    - Bonds MOVE Campaign (2022).
    - Performer at BrisFEST (2022).
    - Company member with Pink Matter Entertainment (2018 & 2020-2023).
    - Cheerleader for the Brisbane Broncos (2015/16 & 2018/2019) and the Brisbane Bullets (2018/2019 & 2021/2022).
    - Dancer in various international shows, including: Huawei in Tokyo, Perrier-Jouët Grand Brut Champagne Opening in Beijing; Morinda Show in Qingdao, 17th Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition and GHAC Night – Honda in Shanghai.
    - Dancer in various local shows and performances (including Shade, On the Spot, Designate, Head Over Heels, Sensory and the Pink Matter Pop Up Cabaret Show), music videos and corporate events.

    Ellie has trained internationally as a dancer in Tokyo and Shanghai, and as a rhythmic gymnast in Bulgaria, Russia and America. She has also represented Queensland and Australia at international rhythmic gymnastics competitions in South Africa, Egypt, Portugal, Bulgaria, Bosnia, Russia and in America.

    Ellie continues to train across different dance styles across Brisbane and believes that versatility is important for a successful career in the current commercial industry. Her favourite dance styles to teach include Commercial Jazz and Lyrical Contemporary.

    Photo: Janna Imperial

JAZZ / COMMERCIAL

  • Courtney is a versatile, passionate upcoming dancer/teacher who grew up training in the Brisbane scene. Beginning her training a little later at the age of 14, Courtney realised quickly this is exactly the career she wanted to pursue and worked hard in various styles such as jazz, ballet, contemporary, lyrical and commercial street styles and commercial heels and went on to complete 2 years of full time training at Queensland College of Dance from 2020 - 2021. Courtney continues to train and grow as a performer, consistently taking classes, professional courses and workshops from fellow industry professionals while working on various gigs/shows.

    While Courtney loves performing she also finds joy in sharing her love and knowledge for dance, especially jazz, with others and began her teaching journey at 18. She is always looking to grow and evolve as a teacher and aims to educate and help others fall in love with dance just as much as she has.

    Photo: Ben Adams

JAZZ / COMMERCIAL

  • Adam grew up on the Sunshine Coast, QLD and started with a local dance school at the age of Seven. After graduating high school in 2012, he undertook tertiary education at the Australian Dance Performance Institute (ADPI).

    Having started his first professional contract with Princess Cruises at age 18, he established and maintained a strong reputation with the company. During his time with Princess Cruises, Adam achieved many personal and professional goals as a performer, and became an asset to the company. Adam also got to work closely with world-renowned choreographers.

    Adam then undertook a fifteen month contract with Tokyo Disney Resort where he performed in One Man’s Dream II: the Magic Lives On (OMDII). Tokyo Disneyland’s highly respected and long-running stage show. Adam was not only a dancer, but was ‘friends with’ famous characters including Prince Phillip (Sleeping Beauty), Prince Charming (Cinderella), Captain Hook (Peter Pan) and Claude Frollo (The Hunchback of Notre Dame).

    Adam dedicates his time to choreographing, teaching, performing and mentoring aspiring and professional performers.

    Photo: Peter Cabral

MUSICAL THEATRE JAZZ

  • Kohei Iwamoto is a Japanese-born former ballet dancer who began his training at the Sadamatsu Hamada Ballet Studio in Hyogo. He later received a full scholarship to The Australian Ballet School after competing at the Youth America Grand Prix in Japan.

    Kohei launched his professional career with the Royal New Zealand Ballet in 2010, where he performed Principal roles in numerous major classical ballets, and took part in new creations by renowned choreographers including Liam Scarlett, Ethan Stiefel, Johan Kobborg, and Alexander Ekman. In 2018, he joined Queensland Ballet as a Soloist and was swiftly promoted to Senior Soloist just two months later by then Artistic Director Li Cunxin AO. During his time with the company, Kohei performed a wide range of leading roles, earning acclaim for his artistry, versatility, and stage presence.

    With over 15 years of international performance experience, Kohei now dedicates his energy to teaching and coaching. He brings a wealth of knowledge, creativity, and care to his work with emerging dancers, nurturing the next generation with the same passion that fuelled his own career.

    Photo: Angharad Gladding

BALLET

  • Former member of Introdans (The Netherlands), Staatstheater am Gaertnerplatz (Germany) and Classical Ballet Lecturer at Griffith University/Queensland Conservatorium.

    John has taught at Queensland University of Technology, Queensland Dance School of Excellence, Australian Conservatoire of Ballet affiliate schools and as Guest Teacher for Expressions Dance Company.

    John holds a Degree in Ballet Pedagogy (Vaganova Technique) from the Hoschule fur Musik und Theater Muenchen (University of Music and Performing Arts Munich), and has trained at the Victorian College of the Arts Secondary School and the Australian Ballet School. John is a registered ACB Teacher.

    Photo: Janna Imperial

BALLET

  • Cherie’s early dance training began in Mildura, Victoria and Mount Isa Queensland where she took classes in Ballet, Irish Dance, Contemporary, Jazz and Tap. She had regular exposure to classes, competitions, workshops and performance opportunities across Eastern Australia with dancers and tutors from companies including the Australian Ballet, Queensland Ballet and Dance North.

    After moving to Toowoomba to attend university, Cherie continued her dance studies and teacher training under Dale Coles at the Toowoomba School of Dance. She taught Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Contemporary, Irish Dance and Street Funk in both Toowoomba and Stanthorpe and continued to perform across South East Queensland with a number of local troupes and performance companies including the Toowoomba Philharmonic Society and USQ Opera. A highlight was being cast as Louise in Roger and Hammerstein’s “Carousel”.

    Cherie moved to Brisbane after graduating from university and has continued to teach and choreograph on a freelance basis across Southern and South East Queensland. She has been teaching at MDH since 2016 and is passionate about teaching adults of all ages and levels of experience.

    Photo: Janna Imperial

BALLET POINTE / TAP

  • Clare Dark is an emerging artist based in Meanjin, Brisbane, with a focus in contemporary dance and dance theatre.

    Clare formally trained in full-time ballet in Western Australia during her late teens, followed by tertiary education at the Queensland University of Technology. Upon graduating with a Distinction in Performing Arts, Clare has since developed a growing independent practice grounded in movement and collaborative performance-making.

    Clare has participated in a number of festivals and events, including Anywhere Festival, Backbone Festival, Horizon Festival, HOTA Underground, soloist in Stephanie Lake’s Colossus, Studio1’s Testing Site, and as a performer and collaborator for BAHALA/O at Metro Arts.

    Photo: Janna Imperial

BALLET / CONTEMPORARY

  • Hannah Kelly trained in classical ballet and contemporary dance at the New Zealand School of Dance and holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Queensland University of Technology. She has built an extensive career in the performing arts, working as an independent artist in Australia before relocating to Europe, where she performed with various companies in theatre houses including SemperOper Dresden, Landesbühnen Sachsen, Theater Basel, Staatstheater Cottbus, and Staatsoperette Dresden, as well as in numerous independent productions.

    In recent years, Hannah has transitioned into offstage roles and worked as rehearsal director and director’s assistant on productions with SemperOper Dresden, Landesbühnen Sachsen, Staatsoperette Dresden. She served as permanent Rehearsal Director for Tanz Company, Theater Regensburg from 2024–2025.

    Hannah has taught ballet and contemporary technique extensively for both professionals and beginners, and is excited to share her passion for dance through her classes. After 15 years abroad, Hannah has returned to Brisbane and is thoroughly enjoying reconnecting with the local arts community.

    Photo: WASSILLIOSNIKITAKI

BALLET / CONTEMPORARY

  • After completing an Advanced Diploma of Dance at the Australian Ballet School Anastasia began her professional career in ballet with the Queensland Ballet. She then moved to Europe and after a short stint with the Graz Opera Ballet, joined the Norwegian National Ballet where she danced both principal and soloist roles.

    Following this Anastasia joined Sweden's

    Gothenburg Opera Ballet, performing works by renowned contemporary choreographers

    including Jiri Kylian, William Forsythe, Jacopo Godani, Tero Saarinen and Ohad Naharin.

    Returning to Australia, Anastasia joined The Australian Dance Theatre and danced in works by Gary Stewart including Birdbrain, Held and the Age Of Unbeauty. After retiring from performing, and 11 years and 3 kids later, she returned briefly to dance with Expressions Dance Company at the age of 40.

    Anastasia is also an Australian Memory Champion, the first female to be named as having the best memory in Australia. She holds several Australian memory records. She has adapted these memory techniques and can teach dancers to quickly create and accurately remember newly choreographed movement sequences. Anastasia regularly appears in the news and on radio as a memory expert, and was a contestant on Australian Survivor.

    She also holds a Bachelor of Economics, is a 2nd Dan Black Belt in Taekwondo and is a keen Yoga enthusiast.

BALLET / CONTEMPORARY

  • Jacob Watton is a Brisbane-based choreographer and performer. Recently graduating with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance Performance at QUT. His choreographic credits include: Into the Blender, 2014 supported by the RADF and Queensland Government, Here, In My Bed, 2015 and Human (read Humane), 2016 at the DIY Festival, Loops, 2016 as part of the dance film series ‘Motion Capture’ and the development of and JULIET at the FAST Festival and QUT’s NEXUS series of original dance work. Most recently he premiered his first full length dance work, and JULIET, at the Supercell Contemporary Dance Festival in Brisbane.

    Jacob has danced in works by Richard Causer (We Are Schadenfreude), Gareth Belling (Before), Yolande Brown (The Tipping Point, The Tipping Point: Beijing Dance Tour), Jen Murray (Brief Encounters, Vacancies of the Heart), Matthew Lawrence (A Short History of Life), Csaba Buday (Pack), Lucas Jervies (Smile), and Jack Chambers (Until Late).

    Most recently Jacob is undergoing a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours) at QUT where he is investigating choreographic practice and transdisciplinary collaboration.

    Photo: Janna Imperial

CONTEMPORARY

  • Georgia has a tertiary degree in dance from QUT. She is an independent contemporary dancer, choreographer and teacher in Brisbane.

    Georgia has an effervescent personality, is down to earth and mightily skilled and dedicated to her practice.

    She has danced in festivals locally and internationally including Elektra (Montreal, Canada) Arts Electronica-(Linz, Austria) Supercell Dance Festival in Brisbane.

    Georgia centres her artistic practice around playfulness, which she encourages in her classes as well. Most recently, she has worked in development with Phluxus2 Dance Collective, performed in Voiiid Collective's premiere work, LAMINA, and had her short dance film Housesitting selected for La Danza in 1 Minuto's international online competition.

CONTEMPORARY

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