Teachers

Head of Curriculum & Teacher Coordinator

Melbourne Teaching Team

I grew up in Newcastle and was a student of Tessa Maunder. I then joined the Australian Ballet School where I completed my 3 year diploma course and was selected to join the Australian Ballet Company touring throughout Australia and overseas until I retired in 1999. I am now a Mum of 2 boys and as well as teaching my beautiful ballerinas in Mount Eliza, I am the Curriculum and teaching director for Tiny Tutus.

Melbourne Teaching Team

My greatest dancing achievement is receiving my ballet scholarship in 2018. My favourite thing about being a Tiny Tutus teacher is watching my ballerinas grow and improve their skills as a ballet dancer. Not only do I enjoy dancing, but I also love musical theatre and singing, and I graduated from my Bachelor of Music (contemporary) course in 2022.

Melbourne Teaching Team

I started my ballet journey at age 6 doing afterschool dance with Youth Ballet WA. Each year I progressively spent more time training in the ballet studio where I fell in love with classical ballet, contemporary, and Spanish/flamenco. I was taught by some amazing teachers and current professionals from both Australia and Europe in my time here. At age 12 I began a full-time professional program while I completed my academic studies at home. I had the privilege of performing annually in productions like Swan Lake, The Nutcracker, Sleeping Beauty, and Don Quixote. After completing a Cert 1 in Dance I decided to take a break to focus on school. I now study Psychology at the University of Western Australia, where I hope to develop a career in developmental psychology and work with kids. I love teaching for Tiny Tutus because I get to combine my love of dance with my passion for working with children and supporting their development. I hope to see you in class!

Melbourne Teaching Team

I started my ballet journey at the age of 4 with the RAD Classical Ballet syllabus, and completed it at the age of 17. I then furthered my passion in dance with a Bachelor of Dance at the Victorian College of the Arts, and am now working with dance professionals in the industry, and further sharing my joy in dance through teaching.

Melbourne Teaching Team

I have a wealth of knowledge including Cert. IV in Dance Teaching & Management, Diploma in Dance and industry experience in children’s entertainment. I am currently completing my Cert. III in Early Childhood Education & Care alongside raising my baby and toddler. I have been teaching for Tiny Tutus since 2014 and absolutely love it!

Melbourne Teaching Team

I have been dancing since I was 4 years old at Ballarat Dance Works under Pam Waghorn for 15 years before moving to Melbourne. Over the years, I have tried many different styles of dance including Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Contemporary and Musical theatre. I love teaching young ballerinas and sharing their passion for ballet with them while watching them grow and improve every single class. I am currently studying Electical Engineering at RMIT.

Melbourne Teaching Team

I started dancing at age 7 at my local ballet studio Ballarat Dance Centre. I fell in love with dance in my very first class and have now been dancing for about 15 years. I completed all my Cecchetti ballet exams with honours from primary to advanced 2 and successfully auditioned for many events such as scholars, medal test and William carse awards. As well as Cecchetti programs I also competed in many competitions all over Victoria and Australia.

Melbourne Teaching Team

I commenced dancing at the age of 4, pursued my passion & completed my diploma of Performing Arts and my Certificate IV at Dance Factory. The highlight of my career, was working for the Walt Disney Company where I performed at both Hong Kong & Tokyo Disneyland. My passion for teaching is beyond 20 years where I love passing on what I love to do & watch young dancers blossom. So very excited to be part of Tiny Tutus!

Melbourne Teaching Team

I attended my first ballet class at the age of 3 and fell in love. I pursued contemporary, lyrical jazz and hip hop until the age of 18 but my love for ballet held strong. I completed my RAD grade and vocational exams and continue to attend classes as an adult when I am not studying. As a young dance student, I always thought about how wonderful it would be to teach ballet when I was older. Now, as an adult, I am so lucky to share the same joy and passion I have with young dancers!

Melbourne Teaching Team

With nearly 8 years of ballet and dance experience and many years experience working with kids, I'm excited to create a joyful space for young dancers to build confidence, explore their creativity and fall in love with ballet.

Melbourne Teaching Team

I have been dancing since the age of 4 in my hometown of Geelong. Pursuing my passion for classical ballet, I completed all of her RAD exams and honed my skills in jazz and contemporary dance, achieving ATOD exam qualifications in both styles. I am passionate about sharing the joy of dance with budding ballerinas, inspiring them to fall in love with ballet just as I did. When I'm not dancing, I am studying medicine at Monash University, with the aim of specialising in paediatrics.

Melbourne Teaching Team

I joined Tiny Tutu's in 2023, as a cover teacher, and now am so proud to have a permanent schedule at our growing location in South Melbourne. I began ballet training from the age of seven, along with musical theatre, tap, contemporary and lyrical. As I progressed, ballet and lyrical became my strong suits. I have completed up to Grade 6 in the Commonwealth Society of Teachers in Dance syllabus, and choreographed and competed for the Lyrical Team at my high school, during my Year 12.

Melbourne Teaching Team

I have been competitive dancing since the age of 5 years old, completed 12 years of RAD ballet exams as well as both my certificate III and IV in dance at just age 14! Baby ballerina Angel always was inspired by the dancers around her and dreamed to be just like them! I am so lucky to be able to finally share my passion with all of your beautiful ballerinas and guide them into a whole new world of dance! I can’t wait to twirl with you!

Melbourne Teaching Team

I started dancing when I was 5 years old and danced for 13 amazing years. I began with ballet and quickly fell in love with how you can express yourself through movement and performing on stage. I had the chance to try lots of other dance styles along the way which made my love for dance grow even more. I trained at Siobhan’s Dance Studio where I completed my SFD dance exams every year.

This will be my very first year teaching at Tiny Tutus and I am so excited to share my love of ballet with your little dancers, helping them learn, have fun and feel confident while dancing.

Melbourne Teaching Team

I began my ballet training at 3 years old at my mothers ballet school Essendon Academy of Ballet and completed all my Cecchetti exams with honors by the time I was 17. I grew to indulge myself in all styles, and completed my Diploma of Dance in 2025 at Jason Coleman’s Ministry of Dance. I have always had such a passion for teaching and being able to guide young aspiring ballerinas to succeed whilst immersing in the joy of dance is something truly special.

Melbourne Teaching Team

I was raised in Melbourne and had a passion and interest in dance from a young age. My mother would often take my sister and I to see the Australian Ballet Company perform and I was entranced by the beauty and strength of dance and performance. I now dance in my spare time and enjoy passing on my passion and love for dance through teaching.

Melbourne Teaching Team

I grew up dancing from the age of three, training in ballet, jazz, contemporary, tap, lyrical and broadway. Dance has always been a huge part of my life and ballet holds a very special place in my heart. I absolutely love teaching at Tiny Tutus and sharing my passion for ballet with my ballerinas. Watching them develop their technique, build confidence, make friends and light up with smiles in class is the most rewarding part of what I do.

Melbourne Teaching Team

I have trained in classical ballet for over 15 years, and during this time, had the privilege of assisting and teaching young dancers. I was honoured to
receive my dance school’s Classical Ballet Scholarship, the highest award for classical ballet, recognising my dedication and passion. Having grown up in a nurturing, culture-first dance community with teaching underpinned by the RAD syllabus, I understand the importance of creating a warm, supportive space where young dancers feel comfortable, confident, and excited to begin their ballet journey.

Melbourne Teaching Team

I started dancing when I was 3 and continued dancing all through my life through multiple styles such as ballet, jazz, hip hop, contemporary and musical theatre. In high school, I was in my school's dance academy where I completed the first year of my Certificate III in dance. My favourite thing about being a Tiny Tutus teacher is that I get to show my love and passion for dance and watch the ballerinas grow as beautiful dancers. When I am not teaching I work as a radio presenter and am completing my bachelor degree in journalism and new media.

Melbourne Teaching Team

I have danced for the past 15 years, undertaking many different styles, but dance has also gifted me lessons of creativity, discipline, resilience and lifelong friendships. Though I’ve realised my calling lies in music and singing having now completed a Bachelor of Music and Masters of Opera Performance, dance will always be my first love, and there’s no place I am happier than on the stage, which I hope to instil in upcoming dancers.

Newcastle Teaching Team

I have been dancing since I was 4 years old learning all different genres of dance throughout my life. I started teaching for Tiny Tutus in 2015 and instantly fell in love. I love seeing my ballerinas and their families every single week, watching my ballerinas grow and nourish within my class and building life long friendships with each other.

Sydney Teaching Team

I have been dancing since I was 3. Did many different styles such as Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Acro, hip hop and cheerleading. My passion was always Ballet. I absolutely adore my ballerinas and love being a Tiny Tutus Teacher.

Newcastle Teaching Team

I have been dancing for 17 years training in ballet, jazz, contemporary, lyrical, hip hop, musical theatre and tap, and competed in jazz and contemporary for 7 years. Dancing is one of my deepest passions which I adore sharing with the younger generation of dancers at Tiny Tutus and watching them grow.

Sydney Teaching Team

Since four years old I have devoted my passion towards all styles of dance, completing RAD and ADA examinations. Attending a performing arts school alongside a notable dance studio to further my dance training, I have graduated completing 14 years of competitive dance. I am now studying towards a Law Degree. Tiny Tutu’s allows me to stay connecting with a sport and art that has been my entire life, and I can’t wait to dance with your ballerinas in class!

Newcastle Teaching Team

I started ballet at Tiny Tutus myself as a 2yr old, and have loved dance and performing ever since. I have learnt and grown in a variety of dance styles such as tap, jazz, contemporary, lyrical, and acrobatics, but ballet continues to be my favourite. Also performing in many musicals and workshops I grew a passion for helping the younger groups, and took pride in being able to be a role model and big sister figure to them. I am currently at Newcastle University for a Bachelor of Education, and I absolutely enjoy the experience working with young ballerinas to make sure they have a wonderful time and achieve their dreams.

Sydney Teaching Team

I love being the teacher of our beautiful Sydney ballerinas. The best part of being a Tiny Tutus Teacher would be the special relationships I have built with my ballerinas and their parents.

Sydney Teaching Team

I have been dancing since I was two and have competitively danced for over 10 years in a variety of genres. I’ve completed all of my ATOD ballet and jazz exams. I am currently studying exercise physiology and teaching has allowed me to stay connected to my love of dance while seeing the growth of the next generation of ballerinas!

Sydney Teaching Team

My passion for dance started when I was 3 years old and began taking ballet classes. Since then, my love for dance has grown immensely whilst competing in eisteddfods, completing ballet exams and devoting countless hours to dance classes. This passion of mine continues to develop as I am currently undertaking a fulltime dance course to obtain an Advanced Diploma in Performing Arts. I am so happy to have the opportunity to pass this passion along to the little ballerinas at Tiny Tutus and create a exciting environment for them to grow.

Sydney Teaching Team

I have been dancing since I was 3 years old, training in Ballet, Jazz, and Contemporary. I grew up in Melbourne on the Mornington Peninsula and am now moving to Sydney to train with Sydney Dance Company in their PPY program. I cannot wait to begin teaching at Tiny Tutus!!

Newcastle Teaching Team

I started dancing at 3 years old at Tiny Tutus. I have done most dance styles including jazz, tap, lyrical and ballet. I am classically trained by Bergen Lavelle, completing RAD exams up to Advanced 1. I now compete in Allstar dance and cheerleading at a national level.

Sydney Teaching Team

I'm Amelia, and dance has been my lifelong love. I began baby ballet at the age of 2, igniting my passion for all styles of dance and led me to complete my RAD Advanced Foundation Certificate in Classical Ballet. During my school years I competed as a soloist and in dance troupes at many eisteddfods and taught ballet, jazz, tap and musical theatre at my performing arts studio. In 2022, I completed a Diploma of Musical Theatre at Brent Street in NSW, refining my skills and nurturing my enthusiasm for the performing arts. I love teaching at Tiny Tutus, particularly creating enchanting experiences for young ballerinas as they begin their own dance journeys; inspired by the magic I felt as a young dancer myself.

Sydney Teaching Team

I have been dancing since I was five years old beginning my training at Dorothy Cowie school of dancing before moving to Village Nation to complete my certificate IV in dance. I have always had a passion for dance teaching , education, sharing my knowledge , enthusiasm for dance and inspiring my students to grow in confidence and technique. I’m so excited to join Tiny Tutus.

Sydney Teaching Team

I’ve been dancing for most of my life. I started by taking ballet lessons and as my passion and love for dance grew I then trained in all different styles, competing in both solo and group eisteddfods along with RAD ballet exams. I love sharing my passion with the ballerinas at Tiny Tutus and being able to watch them grow and laugh each week.

Gold Coast Teaching Team

I trained extensively and competed in many genres of dance from the age of 5, going on to complete my RAD exams and fulltime dance under of some of Australia's most prolific and successful choreographers and performers. Upon graduation, I jumped straight into the professional world dancing for various agencies and securing a permanent position as a resident host, dancer and entertainer at Dreamworld Australia. I teach competition and recreational dance to students of all ages across Queensland but I feel that I was made to teach Tiny Tutus - the most perfect combination of my love for ballet and nurturing the next generation of little dancers.

Gold Coast Teaching Team

I am a passionate dance educator with over 14 years of dance experience myself and a deep love for teaching. Dance has always been more than movement to me - it is a way to build confidence, express creativity and connect with others. I find joy in guiding students as they grow both technically and personally, helping them discover their own strength and artistry through dance. Teaching allows me to share my knowledge, inspire a love for movement and create a positive, encouraging space where every dancer can thrive.

Brisbane Teaching Team

I have been dancing since I was 5 years old and am currently studying a Bachelor of Contemporary Dance at WAAPA. I studied fulltime at Queensland National Ballet, achieving an Advanced Diploma in Ballet. I have also been fortunate to be part of two contemporary youth companies. I love teaching at Tiny Tutus as I hope to pass on my passion for dance to all the little ballerinas. Having the opportunity to help the ballerinas learn whilst having fun is such a special and beautiful experience.

Brisbane Teaching Team

I began my dance and performing arts training at age 4 at Conroy Dance Centre in Brisbane under the tutelage Queensland Ballet Alumni. My all-round performing arts foundation equipped me with the skills required to get accepted into the prestigious New York Film Academy for Acting. Excelling in my studies, I was chosen, along with Acting Partner Chris Hindle, to represent our Academy at the 2019 AACTA Awards in Sydney. I went on to win a scholarship to further my acting career in The Big Apple, acting in Films House Of Inequity and The Deck.
As a Tiny Tutu Teacher, I love to see my ballerinas grow every weekend and the magical connections I make. Also, knowing that I make an impact in that ballerina's life warms my heart.

Brisbane Teaching Team

I’ve performed and competed in ballet for over 15 years, having studied the RAD classical syllabus and attained the QCE Dance certification. Some of my favourite experience include taking faculty-run classes in both contemporary and ballet at the Queensland Ballet for an internship, representing the University of Queensland in Melbourne for the AASCF National Championships, and assisting young dancers on the Riverstage at the Lord Mayors Christmas Carols. It is such a privilege to share special milestones with little ballerinas and watch them build confidence as their lessons progress. I’m so excited to meet you!

Gold Coast Teaching Team

I first started dancing at the age of 2 in Nottingham, England, under Nora Morrison MBE. I went on to study with the Northern Ballet Junior Associates, Royal Ballet Summer School and English Youth Ballet. I completed my Advanced 1 level RAD Ballet as well as grades in tap, modern-jazz, ballroom, latin and sequence and competed at the National Finals at Blackpool Dance Festival. Since then I have been performing at Disneyland Paris, Tokyo Disney Resort and Universal Studios Japan as a parade dancer and actress. I can’t wait to share my love for ballet with the Tiny Tutus ballerinas. Who knows where it will take them!

Gold Coast Teaching Team

My love for dancing began early at the age of 4. I trained in classical ballet for the next 15 years and then went on to work as a choreographer and dancer for several theatre companies. For the last 10 years I have worked as a primary school teacher and Zumba instructor. I am thrilled to be back teaching with Tiny Tutus.

Perth Teaching Team

I started dancing when I was 3 years old, after my mum saw me showing an interest in dance and music from watching me constantly bopping away to Hi-Five and the Wiggles. From then on my love for dance only grew, where I delved into Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Acro, Hip-Hop, and Contemporary. I completed numerous examinations of Ballet, RAD Ballet, Tap, and Jazz up to the age of 15. Receiving numerous High Distinctions or Distictions. I was the performing arts captain at my highschool, completed Certs in Music and Education Support and upon graduation I began my studies in a Bachelor of Primary Education.
I love seeing little ones smile from experiencing the joy of dancing. What's great about Tiny Tutus is they also can experience the magic of imagination and dreams.

Perth Teaching Team

I'm from Perth (Boorloo) Western Australia and began dancing in modern jazz, tap, lyrical and ballet (2019 CSTD State Award for ‘Advanced Classical Ballet Major’ examination). This led to me training in contemporary dance and ballet at WAAPA where I gained Bachelor of Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Performing Arts in Honours whilst dancing alongside LINK Dance Company. I have a special love of ballet and its beauty, and am keen to share my passion with other little humans!

Perth Teaching Team

I started ballet when I was 4 years old, receiving a distinction in all RAD exams I completed. I then wanted to expand my skills and relocated to a competitive studio in which I was taught a range of styles including lyrical, contemporary, hip hop and jazz. Finally I was top of the class for Dance ATAR. Throughout my journey I have found a passion for performing on stage and I am enthusiastic about fostering a love for dance amongst the next generation of dancers.

Perth Teaching Team

My ballet journey began at 3 years old, as a little baby ballerina growing up in Auckland, New Zealand. Since then, my passion for dance has only grown, leading to over 15 years of experience in ballet, jazz, tap, and contemporary, and competing in most of these as well. Now living in Perth, I am studying a Bachelor of Arts in Music Theatre at WAAPA, which allows me to nurture my passions and be inspired within the arts industry.

Dance is all about joy and expression! I have always loved the stage and performing, and I hope to share this love with all the beautiful little ballerinas who feel the same way as me!

Perth Teaching Team

Originally from regional Western Australia, I grew up in and around my local dance school, where I began performing at 2 and teaching dance at aged 13. Since then, I have studied and competed in competitions in Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Contemporary, Musical theatre and Hip hop. I completed CTSD exams in Jazz, Tap and Musical Theatre. I was lucky enough to have the privilege to perform in Los Angeles, USA. Since graduating high school, I have commenced a bachelor of Nursing and look forward to sharing my love of dance with my ballerinas as I progress through my studies.

Perth Teaching Team

I grew up in Wales and trained in ballet and pointe work for over 15 years. I performed and trained across the UK with the national youth company and schools such as Urdang, London Studio Centre, UWE and Middlesex University. Ballet is such a beautiful way for little ones to explore movement, creativity and develop their confidence. I am so excited be teaching with Tiny Tutus this year - I can’t wait to meet you!

Canberra Teaching Team

I started ballet when I was three years old, and later went on to learn jazz, contemporary, musical theatre and tap. Dancing is one of my greatest joys in life, so I sought out every opportunity to dance. During my time at University, I searched for work that would allow me to reconnect with my passion for dance. That is how I found Tiny Tutus, and I have never looked back. What I adore most about Tiny Tutus is forming relationships with my ballerinas and their families, and watching my ballerinas grow in their confidence and love for dance through their classes and recital. I am so passionate about dance and performance, as I believe it is one of the greatest gifts in life. I just love being able to share this gift with my ballerinas each and every week!

Canberra Teaching Team

I’m Giselle, but you can call me Miss Gigi. I began my dance journey at the age of three, and instantly fell in love with the art form. I’ve trained in ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary and musical theatre and completed ISTD Level 4 Diploma’s in Vocational Examinations in both Ballet and Modern. I’m currently studying at ED5 International where I get to pair my love of dance with my love for acting and singing. I am thrilled to be part of the family of Tiny Tutus. I adore teaching and being able to inspire our beautiful Tiny Tutus dancers.

Canberra Teaching Team

I started ballet when I was 4 years old and instantly fell in love with it. I danced for about 13 years, training in all styles and completed RAD ballet exams. I am passionate about creating a welcoming and warm class for all ballerinas to explore the joy and magic ballet had to offer. I can’t wait to dance with you!

Canberra Teaching Team

My love for dance began when I was enrolled in my very first ballet lesson at the age of 2. My repertoire expanded to jazz and tap as I got older and some of my favourite memories from childhood come from on-stage recitals and performing in the Adelaide Christmas Pageant. I am passionate about delivering a fun, energetic class full of laughter, and of course bubbles!

Adelaide Teaching Team

I’m Charlize, and I have been dancing for my whole life, since before I could talk! I have studied the styles of ballet, jazz, contemporary, tap, and lyrical, competing at various dance competitions through my childhood dance school, as well as completing RAD Ballet examinations.

Outside of dance I absolutely love musical theatre, having performed in countless amateur theatre and high school productions, State Operas, and fringe shows, across 15 years of performing.

I cannot wait to meet my gorgeous ballerinas this year, and look forward to gifting them the joy of dance that I have been lucky enough to grow up with!

Adelaide Teaching Team

I began my dance journey at two years old, starting with ballet before moving into competitive dance across a range of styles including jazz, lyrical, hop hop, broadway and classical ballet. At thirteen, I expanded into musical theatre alongside my competitive training, developing my love for performance. I am excited to create a supportive and encouraging environment where young ballerinas can build confidence and a genuine love for dance.