Ashley has been teaching dance for 25 years, currently holds an Associate degree in (Dance), Bachelor of Education (ECE) and is an Acrobatic Arts certified teacher and is currently studying her RAD Certificate of Dance Teaching. At the start of her dance career Ashley took part and was successful in many dance competitions while she studied her RAD Ballet. Over the years Ashley has had the opportunity to work with well know choreographers such as Queensland Ballets Paul Boyd, Bangarra’s Francis Rings and was lucky enough to perform on SBS for a Documentary choreographed and directed by Rosetta Cook. Ashley has also worked with several independent choreographers in Brisbane. Ashley’s aim for the future is to continue to assist her students in achieving their goals and grow and develop as dancers.

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Dance and the performing arts have always been a part of Lauren’s life. She began her dance journey at the age of two and was performing in eisteddfods by the age of 7. In the years that followed Lauren continued her dance training, commenced singing lessons and successfully completed several examinations including RAD Advanced Foundation.
 
In 2021 Lauren was accepted into the renowned Conroy Performing Arts College, where she furthered her training in a variety of dance genres including commercial jazz, musical theatre, cabaret, heels, lyrical, contemporary, ballet and jazz tech. She also undertook intensive technical and industry training in singing, acting and performance, and in 2024 graduated with a Diploma of Musical Theatre and a Comdance Modern Jazz Teaching Diploma.
 
It was during her time at CPAC that Lauren honed her teaching skills working as an assistant teacher for their Comdance jazz syllabus classes and junior eisteddfod teams. She is described as an engaging teacher with an excellent ability to break down exercises and explain correct technique, and a real passion for what she does. 

Lauren has enjoyed many opportunities to perform over the years, in dance and musical theatre, as a soloist and as part of a team. A highlight was being chosen for the performance team representing Australia at the Macau International Youth Dance Festival in 2024. Lauren loves sharing her passion for dance and nurturing the next generation of dancers.

Lyvia is a passionate and dedicated dance teacher her now resides in NSW but is frequently back on the coast teaching when she can. Lyvia teachers a variety of styles including ballet, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, and acrobatics since 2017. Her journey with dance began at the age of 3, training under the guidance of world-renowned instructors which has now grown a love to teach the younger generation in a safe and supportive environment.

Lyvia’s training has been rigorous and diverse, allowing her to excel in various styles. She competed in numerous dance competitions, productions and summer schools over the years and earned distinctions consistently in her ballet exams up to Advanced 1 RAD. Her technical expertise and performance experience have shaped her into a well-rounded teacher who inspires students to reach their full potential. Lyvia has obtained her Module 1 & 2 Acrobatic Arts Teaching Certificates and Level 1 & 2 Progressing Ballet Technique Teaching Certificates. 

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Lyvia is also a valuable member of our admin staff and happy to help with any queries. 

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Alysha started dancing at the age of 5 & moved herself into the ballet world starting with foundational training at Classical Coaching Australia and Brisbane City Youth Ballet.

Progressing through formative years, Alysha engaged in extensive ballet training, gaining valuable experiences at renowned institutions such as the Hamburg Ballet School, Pre-Professional Program at Queensland Ballet Academy, and the Australian Ballet School ITP. Accompanying this education are Certificate II and III in Dance, alongside achievements in Intermediate and Advanced 1 RAD exams.

Alysha also completed trainings at the Royal Ballet School and the Paris Opera Ballet School & also performed with the Bolshoi Ballet School in Russia.

A testament to skill and artistry, she emerged as the youngest female Finalist of the Prix De Lausanne International Ballet Competition in 2013 and achieved the distinction of being the youngest female to make the Top 12 in the Youth America Grand Prix.

Venturing into professional realms, Alysha toured and performed with the Hamburg Ballet Company, receiving a contract offer from Het/Dutch National Ballet for their Giselle season. Returning to Australia, for a year-long contract with the Queensland Ballet .

Alysha is now a ballet coach bringing her wealth of knowledge to the Sunshine Coast and the NHoD Fam!

Megan began dancing at the age of 5, training in ballet (R.A.D Advanced), jazz, tap, lyrical and contemporary at Donna Halloran School of dance in Sydney, The Victorian College of the Arts in Melbourne and as a scholarship student at Dance World 301.

Megan's professional dance career spanned more than 15 years, working in Australia and overseas from the age of 17 in such shows as 42nd St, My Fair Lady, West Side Story,Sweet Charity, Crazy for You, The Boy from Oz, The Producers (Dance Captain) as well as numerous other shows and events in Musical Theatre, Commercial Dance, Television and Opera.

Megan has taught and mentored students and professional dancers of varying ages over the years. After retiring from performing to start her own family, she is loving being able to share her passion, knowledge and experience through teaching.

Sophie has been dancing since the age of three and brings a deep passion for both performing and teaching. Over the years, she has completed her RAD Ballet exams, most recently receiving a high distinction in her Advanced Foundation exam and has successfully competed in numerous competitions across solos and group routines.

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Her performance experience includes productions with Brisbane City Youth Ballet and Dance Lab, and she has trained under a wide range of inspiring teachers—including our own much-loved faculty at NHoD.

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Sophie is excited to take the next step in her dance journey next year, having received multiple offers from some of Australia’s most prestigious full-time dance institutions.

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With a bright future ahead, Sophie loves nothing more than sharing her love of dance with the younger students and nurturing their joy and confidence in every class she teaches.

Ryleigh is a vibrant and passionate teacher who brings energy and enthusiasm to every class—especially when it comes to hip hop, her favourite style to teach. With a strong foundation in dance, she has successfully competed in various competitions and completed her RAD Ballet exams up to Intermediate Foundation, waiting to sit her Intermediate exam in 2025. 

Currently completing her Certificate III in Dance Teaching, Ryleigh is dedicated to growing her skills and qualifications as she continues her journey in the dance industry.

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Ryleigh loves inspiring and encouraging the younger generation of dancers, and she takes great pride in creating a fun, supportive, and engaging environment for her students to thrive.

Luca is 20 years old and come from Rarotonga, Cook Islands.  Luca has been dancing for a year and a half now at Honey by Kate Kleine, her passion for dance and the industry started at a very early age but growing up in a very remote small island, Luca wasn’t able to train and per-sue this passion. At 18 she decided to move to Australia by herself and start developing experience and training in the dance industry, Honey was the perfect place for Luca and she so proud to also be teaching there too. Luca trained in all sorts of styles with the different courses and classes Honey offer but especially in Hiphop/sneakers and heels. Luca is so excited to be joining the Noosa House of Dance team and can’t wait to start implementing her style and grow with all the  beautiful students.

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