ABOUT US
Rise School of Dance was established in 2021 (previously Instep School of Ballet). Our aim is to create a fresh and exciting atmosphere in which students of all ages and abilities can rise in ballet, modern dance, contemporary, jazz and tap.
Our classes are taught to the highest standard. Whether you want to dance for fun or exercise once a week or you want to take dance to the next level, we can guide you along the way. The school has helped students to pursue successful careers in dance and we continue to encourage our current roster of students with the potential to do so too.
The school offers examinations with the Royal Academy of Dance (ballet) and the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dance (modern).
STAFF
Joana is a professional dancer with international experience, having been invited to teach in countries such as Norway, England, Portugal and Ghana. Joana trained in Portugal, obtained diplomas in vocational grades in Ballet (RAD & ISTD) and in Modern Theatre Dance (ISTD).
As a teacher, Joana achieved the position of RAD Register Teacher and AISTD Teacher, teaching and preparing graded and vocational students for RAD and ISTD exams. A versatile teacher, Joana teaches with a personalized approach, helping her students focus on and improve their ability, with her methods reaping visible results in students.
JOANA VELOSO
RAD RTS AISTD
(PRINCIPAL, BALLET & MODERN)
Angela teaches Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga. She stays faithful to a basic Primary Ashtanga Vinyasa sequence adding more challenging asanas and modifying the different positions to create an interesting and fun class each time. Incorporating breathwork, pranayama - often at the end of the class and during her teaching, Angela refers to the philosophy of yoga, encouraging students to always marry the breath to the movement and asking for mindfulness.
Angela is also certified to Teach Yoga to Children.
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ANGELA MELE
(YOGA)
Jess is a recent graduate from Bird College Conservatoire for Professional Dance and Musical Theatre. Whilst in training she worked with Richard J. Hinds, a choreographer and director who has worked in the West End and Broadway. During training she also performed at Move It, which is the biggest dance event in the world with Tired Movement promoting racial equality within dance. Whilst auditioning she is soon to be completing her ISTD Level 4 Dance Diploma in Ballet and continues to develop her knowledge of the best teaching methods for her students. She teaches
with patience and creates a positive and safe atmosphere for everyone to flourish in.
JESSICA WAKEFIELD
BA(HONS)
(BALLET & MODERN)
Michaela started her dance training at age 5 studying RAD at the Van Niekerk academy of dance as well as attending associate programmes at Tring Park, London Junior and Senior ballet and Urdang. Later Michaela went to study at Ballet West Scotland achieving a BA(hons) in dance and touring ballets such as Romeo & Juliet, The Nutcracker and Swan Lake.
Since graduating Michaela has worked contracts for both Eliot Smith Dance Company and Disney as well as receiving her level 3 personal training certificate. In the past few years she has discovered a real passion for teaching and helping students both young and old reach their full potential.
MICHAELA TEES
BA(HONS)
(BALLET)
Tina started dancing from the age of 2 at the Ellis Ballet School London. Tina graduated from the London Studio Centre with a BA Hons in Theatre Dance and went on to perform internationally on various theatre and cruise contracts.
Since gaining her teaching diploma from the Royal Academy of Dance, Tina has taught at various recreational and vocational schools including the Central School of Ballet.
Tina has completed her Masters’ in Education from the Royal Academy of Dance and recently returned from teaching in Dubai.
TINA CRANE
BA(HONS) PDTD RTS
(BALLET)
Alexia started dancing when she was 3 and is currently preparing her RAD Advanced Foundation. She also does Modern Theatre Dance - in which she has completed grade 6 with a high Distinction - and is currently doing Intermediate.
She thoroughly enjoys learning new skills in Ballet and loves teaching students a wide variety of ballet fundamentals having a good attention to detail, which helps her support students who are struggling with technique. Additionally, Alexia is a patient person, which helps her to aid the students throughout the lessons. When she notices students having difficulties, Alexia is kind towards them to ensure that the students have a positive environment during ballet lessons.
ALEXIA MACKENZIE
ASSISTANT BALLET TEACHER
Emily started ballet at the age of 2 and is currently doing Advanced Foundation. Recently, Emily was awarded a Distinction in both RAD Intermediate Vocational Exam and Grade 8. Emily studied dance at GCSE achieving a grade 8 (A*) in both theory and practical dancing.
As a dancer and teaching assistant, Emily loves to learn new skills, take responsibility and take on different challenges, building her confidence whilst doing so. Emily shows kindness and is supportive towards students during lessons, making sure she is patient when they are struggling and offers her help.
EMILY BARLOW
ASSISTANT BALLET TEACHER
Pinner Hill Hall
Welch Place,
Pinner Hill Road
HA5 3TA
Longwood School & Nursery
Bushey Hall Dr, Bushey WD23 2QG
