About Us

Fiona opened the school in March 2011 with just one evening, 6 classes and 42 students. We now offer 50 classes, with around 300 pupils 6 days per week. Throughout this time we have trained students into teachers, have 100% pass rate in exams, created some incredible shows and have watched our students blossom into incredible young people. In 2023 we moved into our very own studios!

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Where it all Began

Fiona had always dreamed of owning her own school and becoming an IDTA examiner. After finishing her professional training at Phil Whinston’s Theatre works in Blackpool she ploughed herself into her teacher training exams and opened her own school at 24 years old.

Our Journey

DDA has flourished over the past 12 years with a wonderful community of families. We have built from 42 – 300 students, 3 of which are now qualified dance teachers who have joined our teaching team. We are ecstatic to have been able to move into our very own studio building and we can’t wait to see where this takes us.

Our Values

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DDA family – every single member of our school old and new will always be a part of our dancing family. We love and support each and every student to help them grow into confident young people.

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Everyone can dance – our school has an open door policy. Everyone should have a chance to dance! If you want to dance 30 minute a week for fun and fitness or 8 hours a week and train for it as a career, we would love to help you.
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Nurturing – we believe that love, encouragement, structure and dedication lead to results. Every pupil is important to us and we believe in them! With our staffs encouragement, our students thrive not just in the dance studio but in other areas of their lives too!

Meet The Team

Miss Fiona

Miss Fiona has danced since child hood and from the age of 12 knew she wanted a career in dance. She received exceptional results in all her major examinations with the IDTA and RAD and was nominated for theatre awards many times.
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Fiona couldn’t decide between a career as a teacher or a professional dancer so decided to train professionally at Phil Winston’s Theatre works in Blackpool where she received training from top industry professionals as well as continuing with her teaching exams. After leaving her training Fiona decided teaching was the way to go and has dedicated her life to becoming the best teacher she can be receiving 97% & 96% in her most recent exams.

Miss Morgan

Miss Morgan has trained at DDA since we opened in 2011. She has received wonderful marks for her majors exams, received a distinction for her first ever teaching exam as well as receiving an amazing distinction mark of 92 in her second ever teaching exam! 
Morgan left us for university where she gained a First Class degree as a Biomedical Scientist (wow)
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During her time at university, Morgan has been the Secretary and Choreographer for the University dance society where he has taught, led & planned weekly lessons as well as their incredible shows. We are so excited that Miss Morgan has decided to return back to her DDA family!

Miss Maddie

Miss Maddie has trained with us since the age of 14. She has a passion for Tap and spreads that passion throughout all of the classes she teaches. She has gained wonderful marks for her IDTA exams & an incredible distinction for her first teaching exam.
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She has also attended the prestigious Associate programme at Phil Winstons Theatre Works in Blackpool travelling there once a month for an intensive day of training from the college faculty. We can’t wait to see what the future holds for you.                                                                                                                  Miss Maddie also holds a CIMPSA Exercise Instructor  qualification which adds to her wonderful lessons with the students, especially in Acro!

Dan

 Dan has been working with DDA since 2023 after spending 15 years in secondary education.

Dan has spent most of his career leading performing arts departments in schools and has a wealth of experience in musical direction, producing musicals & showcases in various venues.

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Dan also works on a freelance basis to provide support to school performing arts departments, as well as playing in bands and arranging music in his spare time.

He has a bachelor’s degree in Music, and achieved QTS with ‘Outstanding’ status when qualifying as a teacher. He also has grade 8 in electronic keyboard.

In a previous life, Dan also worked for a professional national pantomime production company, as well as stage managing for the Sheffield International Concert Season.

“We’ve been with Dance Dynamique for 4 years and would recommend to anyone. Fiona is both passionate and professional and has an ability to instil technique and artistry without compromising on fun and inclusivity. There is a great balance between exams and performance and great friendships formed between students young and old and between parents. DDA really is family affair. Thank you!”
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