Danceworks 114 is proud to provide professional instruction to our students in a family environment. With a mixture of tradition and innovation, our team strive to bring the best out of every student.
Miss Tia has been around Danceworks 114 since it’s beginning 27 years ago, and has been teaching for 17 years in all styles of dance. In 2021 Tia jumped in as full time as our Operations Manager overseeing all Administration, Staff & Customer Relations. In August of 2021 Tia obtained Ownership of Danceworks 114 and moved into the position of Director.
She has been working for over 10 years in administrative roles across diverse and challenging fields, and is extremely excited to be back full time at the place she loves most.
She has completed her Elementary certificates in Tap and Ballet as well as her Acrobatic Arts Instructor & Cheerleading Coach qualifications.
Miss Tia is working hard everyday to grow Danceworks 114 into a home for all dancers of all ages & abilities, where they can come to share their love & passion for dance without judgement or fear. She knows it is extremely important that everyone feels safe & accepted whilst dancing with us and can freely & happily express themself whilst doing so.
Miss Kristy has been dancing for over twenty years and began teaching at age 17.
Her qualifications include Certificate III in Business, Certificate III in Community Activities, Certificate IV in Dance Teaching and Management and the Junior and Associate Teachers course with ATOD.
Kristy studied Dance Teaching and Management at Dance Factory and Elite Dance at Kelly Aykers Full Time Dance where she further developed her love of dance and teaching.
In her time away from dance Kristy loves reading, shopping, spending time with her friends and husband and most importantly her cat!
Miss Lacey has a real passion for Ballet and Acrobatics. Lacey has completed the Acrobatic Arts Teaching Certification course and specifically focuses on safety and progressions when teaching all skills. In 2020 Lacey completed her Advanced Classical Ballet Exam through ATOD (Our resident Ballerina!). Lacey has also taken part in a Progressing Ballet Technique course that gives insight and exercises to develop strong ballet technique. When she isn't at Danceworks either Teaching or Participating in classes, Lacey can be found in a kitchen at a local aged care facility catering for the residents or when she actually has some free time, riding her horses!
Miss Bonnie began dancing locally at the age of 2 until around 16 years of age where she moved into training at Transit Dance's Origins Program in Melbourne. During this time she also completed full time training in Elite Performance through Jason Coleman’s Ministry of Dance. She has a strong competitive dance background competing locally and interstate for 12 years.
Bonnie has also had numerous professional gigs such as the AFL Grand Final, AFL Grand Final Footy Show, Australia’s Got Talent and the Australian Grand Prix. She has a strong passion for Classical Ballet having completed all of her Ballet examination levels through the ATOD Syllabus.
Bonnie has her CERT IIII in Business, Certificate's II , III and IIII in Elite Performance, Certificate IIII in Dance Teaching Management as well as studying her Bachelor of HPE Education!
It's safe to say Miss Bonnie has a lot to bring to the table and we can't wait to see our students thrive & learn from her experiences in 2023!
Miss Elise has been dancing since age 3 and is trained in styles of Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Tap, Musical Theatre, Acrobatics and specialises in Ballet (RAD).
Elise danced locally and at various studios in Melbourne, including full time at Danceworld Studios Melbourne and The National Theatre Ballet School in St Kilda on weekends.
As a qualified personal trainer and fitness instructor, Elise has a strong passion for health and fitness. She has previously taught Yoga, Pilates, Boxing, Spin and Dance on Cruise Ships and a studio on Hamilton Island.
Miss Elise holds her Diploma in Early Years Education and Care but is most currently studying for her Bachelor's in Health Science, majoring in exercise and nutrition science.
She has many years of experience & knowledge that she is excited to share with your dancer.
Miss Allie has been part of the Danceworks 114 family for 16 years. Allie is currently studying her Bachelors in Education & Certificate IV in Dance Teaching and Business Management.
During the day Allie is working as an educator in a daycare centre. Allie has completed both Elementary certificates in Tap and Ballet along with VET dance. If she ever gets a day off she loves to make day trips to nature walks and waterfalls.
Miss Charli jumped in to help cover classes mid 2022, we loved having her so much she back officially taking her own classes in 2023! Charli is currently studying to be a primary school teacher and has taken up this opportunity to put her teaching skills to the test.
Miss Charli has a love for all things ballet, and incredible feet to go with it! She has been working closely alongside Miss Kristy and is excited to share her knowledge with her students this year.
Miss Sarah has been dancing with us for over 10 years now an in 2022 she moved into an official position on our junior team teaching classes! Especially over the last year and a bit, Sarah has shown great dedication & love for her work, not just creating relationships with the dancers but their families too.
She is a bright, confident & happy individual that has a passion to learn and grow as a teacher. We are so excited to see Sarah grow through the ranks, as I did, here at Danceworks.
Miss Charlie has been dancing with us since she was a little dot and is another fabulous young teacher born and raised DW114. Charlie officially joins our Junior Team this year teaching in the style of Hip Hop and contemporary. She is a very mature and level headed individual with a beautiful spark and love for dance. We are looking forward to seeing how Miss Charlie grows in her new role and she passes on that love & dance knowledge to our younger generations.
Miss Sammie, a former member of the Danceworks114 crew, has been dancing and singing since age 11. She decided to take her passion more seriously when she uprooted her life to Ballarat and studied Musical Theatre at the Ballarat Academy of Performing Arts (BAPA).
After completing her Bachelors of Arts (Musical Theatre) Sammie is now back in the valley with her amazing family, sharing her love for all things performing!
In 2023 Sammie will be onboard as our Performing Arts Teacher, taking a small handful of students for PA lessons where they will work on their singing and acting skills.
These Private Lessons are very limited, so please contact us with your expression of interest.
Miss Ali has been sharing her passion for dance and mentorship with students for over 15 years.
During her 14 years of owning Danceworks 114, Miss Ali has managed to grow the business into home for everyone who just wants to love & enjoy Dance as much as she does. Miss Ali stepped back from her role as Director/Owner in August of 2021 and passed the baton on to Miss Tia. Ali has completed both a Bachelor of Science (Biochemistry/ Human Physiology) and a Masters in Teaching (Early Childhood and Primary). She has past experience working as a Kindergarten teacher however, currently works as a Primary school Teacher here in Traralgon. Miss Ali is a certified Acrobatic Arts Instructor and Cheerleading coach. She loves bringing the best out of every dancer by teaching not just dance skills, but life skills to her students. Ali has recently decided to step back from regular teaching hours, but don't worry you will still see her around! In 2023 Miss Ali & Miss Tia are working together to create Danceworks 114s very own Mini's Education Program, putting their heads together and using their years of experience & education to bring to your child the best of not only dance skills but life skills too.
Miss Tia has been around Danceworks 114 since it’s beginning 27 years ago, and has been teaching for 17 years in all styles of dance. In 2021 Tia jumped in as full time as our Operations Manager overseeing all Administration, Staff & Customer Relations. In August of 2021 Tia obtained Ownership of Danceworks 114 and moved into the position of Director.
She has been working for over 10 years in administrative roles across diverse and challenging fields, and is extremely excited to be back full time at the place she loves most.
She has completed her Elementary certificates in Tap and Ballet as well as her Acrobatic Arts Instructor & Cheerleading Coach qualifications.
Miss Tia is working hard everyday to grow Danceworks 114 into a home for all dancers of all ages & abilities, where they can come to share their love & passion for dance without judgement or fear. She knows it is extremely important that everyone feels safe & accepted whilst dancing with us and can freely & happily express themself whilst doing so.
Miss Jade has joined our team in 2021 to take on the role of Administrator.
Jade has 10 years experience as a Dance Mum here at Danceworks 114 to her three lovely girls, Miss Charli (assistant teacher) Miss Ayva (Senior Performer) & little Piper (UN10 PT)
She holds a Bachelor of Business (accounting & economics) and has over 16 years experience as a taxation accountant.
Jade is a great asset to our team and can't wait to see what dynamic she brings. Be sure to introduce yourself next time you are in!