Miss Gemma
I have danced myself since a very young age.
Competing in Ballroom, Latin, Freestyle and Rock 'N' Roll, I won myself championship titles.
Having a strong passion for Dance and the desire to make it my profession, I soon realised the necessity of being an all-round performer and took up Ballet, Tap and Jazz dancing too, as well as singing lessons.
This all paid off as I was lucky enough to enjoy a 10 year long career as a Professional Dancer; performing in Parisian Cabarets, on Cruise Ships, in Holiday camps, Theatres and Circus' and tours worldwide. I developed a brand new passion for each different style I discovered, especially falling in love with the French CanCan.
Every moment was a dream come true, including starring in Blue Peter, Doctor Who and in a Bollywood movie.
As they say; once a dancer always a dancer and I am now delighted to be a part of the Laura Sandham School of Dance family to pass on some of my dance skills to the youngsters and adults alike.
I primarily teach Ballroom, Latin, Cheerleading and Street Dance as well other genres and I particularly enjoy teaching couples their wedding dance choreography for their First Dance on their big day.
I also teach classes over at our Preesall Branch.
The pupils refer to me as the teacher with the quirky quotes...
Aurea Kelvin -Yoma Explorers: Parent and baby yoga
I have been teaching yoga since 2012. I am a Certified Birthlight BabyYoga teacher, Pregnancy yoga teacher, Postnatal yoga teacher, Birth Doula and Postnatal Doula.I strive to create a warm, welcoming environment for all of my students. I love providing a space for parents and babies to connect with each other and to find balance both physically and emotionally through yoga.
Catherine Welsh
I am a teacher with 10 years experience specialising in classical Ballet.
I have taught a range of ages from toddlers to adults and really enjoy exploring the different approaches that help each age group to enjoy and achieve in dance.
I find working with younger students and the creativity and fun they bring to the studio especially rewarding.
Alongside my dance teaching I have spent time within a special school setting developing experience working with a range of abilities and making dance accessible to all.