Kyra’s love for dance began at the ripe age of 2, where she began studying Classical Ballet in Albury, NSW.  During her time as a student Kyra enjoyed studying Jazz, Contemporary, National Character, Ballroom, Latin, Gymnastics and all Classical Ballet genres.

 

Kyra completed examinations through the Royal Academy of Dance R.A.D syllabus, where she was award distinctions and was also invited to numerous classes and summer schools with the Australian Ballet School in Melbourne, as well as the Tanya Pearson Classical Coaching Academy in Sydney.

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In 2010 Kyra opened the doors to Lé Beat Dance Academy with the goal of sharing her love and enthusiasm for dance with the next generation. Her dedication to providing her students with the highest quality of dance tuition led her to completing two years of study with the Royal Academy of Dance (R.A.D) to achieve her Certificate in Ballet Teaching Studies. This enables her to train, educate and send her students for examinations with the prestigious RAD syllabus as well as train students to become RAD teachers themselves. Kyra has also completed a Diploma in Business Marketing, Diploma in Children’s Services, a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment and Acrobatic Arts.

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Kyra brings an enthusiasm and dedication to Lé Beat that is reflected in the quality of the instructors, programs and facilities. Her goal is to provide all students with an enjoyable dancing experience and sense of accomplishment whilst giving them the tools to become their best.

  

Kyra is an affiliated member of Southern Federation of Dance (S.F.D) and a registered teacher with Royal Academy of Dance (R.A.D) and Registered teacher with Acrobatic Arts.

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Jasmine has been involved greatly in the arts from a young age both nationally and internationally.

 

With over 25 years of experience as a classical dancer, Jasmine began her training in Albury-Wodonga before furthering her studies at Tanya Pearsons Classical coaching Academy where she also achieved Distinctions in her RAD and Checchetti Examinations. She then went on to perform with Sydney Youth Ballet as well as Goh Ballet in Canada and on international tours. Jasmine has been teaching dance for over 10 years and is a current RAD registered teacher.

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Jasmine’s work as a teacher is fueled by passion and a dedication to the precision and detail, she finds applies to the art form. As well as Jasmines allied learning paths, a diploma in digital imaging and a higher certificate in nutritional studies, including sports nutrition and life coaching; Jasmine is confident to be able offer the skills required to support the health and wellbeing of students, alongside assisting them fulfil their potential as an individual and in the dance studio.

Jasmine has just completed her Certificate IV training and Assessment in 2022. Jasmine is a registered Teacher with the Royal Academy of Dance (R.A.D).

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Chelsea is an experienced dancer who has Studied a wide array of Genres from Classical Ballet, Ballroom and everything in-between through to Hip Hop.

 

Chelsea has traveled and represented Australia in Hip Hop at UDO in Glasgow, UK in 2018. Chelsea competed in dance competitions nationally and internationally for many years receiving scholarships to Patrick's Studio, Spectrum Dance and Jason Colman Ministry of Dance. 

 

Chelsea has just completed her 6th year of teaching before joining our LBDA Team. Chelsea recently won best choreography award in 2022 and continues to create and inspire dancers with her brillant choreography.

 

Chelsea aims to positively influence dancers through education and creative techniques. Chelsea is currently studying to become a Physiotherapist at University. She hopes to use her Physiotherapist knowledge to educate students about safety in dance practice and correct technique.

 

In Chelsea's spare time she still loves to perform herself. Chelsea hit the stage in Chicago the Musical in 2018 for Albury Wodonga Theatre Company and she looks forward to more opportunities like these and looks forward to more workshop opportunities to continue her professional development as a teacher. 

Sophie has been fortunate to train under the mentorship of the esteemed international choreographer and exercise scientist, Tim Podesta. Her journey in the world of dance has been adorned with remarkable experiences and notable achievements that she is excited to bring to LBDA.

 

Throughout her career, she has had the privilege of showcasing her talent in various performances across Australia. Sharing the stage with distinguished principal artists from prestigious companies such as the Royal Ballet Company, Ballet Dortmund, and Company Wayne McGregor which enriched her artistic perspective and honed her skills on stage. These experiences have shaped her understanding of diverse movement qualities and the intrinsic versatility that dance offers.

 

Sophie's commitment to inclusivity in dance led her to work in environments embracing both adaptive and non-adaptive dancers. This exposure instilled in her a profound appreciation for diversity and the belief that dance is a medium that transcends boundaries. Moreover, Sophie's training emphasized the crucial link between physiology, postural application, and injury prevention. Understanding the importance of working in a manner that respects the body’s mechanics is a philosophy is what Sophie will bring to LBDA.

 

It’s essential to her that students not only explore their artistic capabilities but also do so in a manner that prioritizes their physical well-being. Sophie as a teacher at LBDA, Is passionate about inspiring young dancers to explore their innate potential and discover the breadth of movement possibilities. Her love for diverse movement qualities and her dedication to fostering an environment that encourages exploration will serve as guiding principles in nurturing the next generation of dancers at LBDA.

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I’m incredibly excited to be joining the Le Beat faculty this year. 2025 is the year I plan to change the border dance scene for the better. Although my classes are fun and high energy, they are also structured and strict. I aim to inspire every student with my unique and honest approach to teaching and creativity. Bringing out the best in each student and opening their minds to an endless world of art is some of the many goals I wish to achieve with the academy in 2025. Helping the students gain better industry standard knowledge while leading future professional dancers into mental and physical fitness for their entry into full-time dance training in the big cities.

 

Born in Corowa, country New South Wales, Australia, Timmy moved to Melbourne where he trained full time with Spectrum Global Arts. He has gone on to work and dance for multiple recording artists like Havana Brown, Anthony Callea and Paulini and has also been a magicians assistant for Cosentino on national television, a magicians assistant for PJ Wen in China, was a featured dancer for the Asia World Cup ceremony, appeared in TV commercials, he has modeled for Nike and Adidas and he has traveled the world with Norwegian Cruise Line as a production dancer, singer and principal performer on multiple ships. Timmy featured as the West Coast Couple in Broadways Swing! The Musical and has worked with international producers such as CloZee and Chamberlain and has headlined as a solo act with these artists at major music festivals. Timmy was previously the dance caption and assistant choreographer for the AFL Collingwood Dance Crew at the MCG and also a dancer for the Storm Street Crew and the Melbourne Storm rugby team. Timmy played a lead role as Mark Walker in Mansion - the experience, performing in both Melbourne and Adelaide and has also been an ensemble cast member while going on to perfrom both of his understudy roles as Bob and Frank for the international cast of Priscilla - Queen of the Desert musical.

Dancing diversly for 13 years and counting, Maddy has been able to grasp numerous opportunities to enhance, develop and perform her work and knowledge of dance locally and state-wide. The experiences she has gained from working with professional choreographers have deepened her insight into choreographic structure and Maddy is so excited to plant her input to LBDA. 

 

Fortunately, in High School Maddy was able to study Dance through the HSC syllabus and learn about the fundamentals of dance including Body Works, Elements of Dance, Performance Quality and Dynamics, which has led her to achieve a callback nomination in her HSC core performance piece in 2023. Maddy also received the Dance Special Award at James Fallon High School in 2023.  Maddy has been involved in the Senior Riverina Ensemble from 2018-2023 and has been provided with performance opportunities showcased state-wide including multiple NSW Education State Dance Festivals as well School Spectaculars. 

 

Maddy has been trained in a variety of styles from Tap to Contemporary, Lyrical to Hip hop, Ballet to Jazz; she has had the privilege to perform these styles in local events; mentoring a local personality in Stars of the Border 2023 and being a featured dancer in successful local productions The Wizard of Oz, Priscilla: Queen of the Desert, Chicago and The Little Mermaid. 

 

Having the previous experience of teaching dance locally for 4 years, working with children from ages 3 upwards and being educated in advocating with sensory friendly students, has grown Maddy's confidence and love for teaching choreography as well as mentoring students to reach their full potential and allow their passion for dance to be showcased. 

 

To be a teacher at LBDA, Maddy is spirited in giving each and every student the same amount of opportunity to explore the creativity of dance and find their happiness in movement, additionally always providing a positive attitude and dedicated environment for all dancers to strive. 

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Rhemi is a passionate, accomplished dancer and teacher, whose dance journey began at the age of 3. Over the years, Rhemi has trained in and mastered a diverse array of dance styles, arranging from lyrical to tap, hip-hop to contemporary, jazz and beyond. Her extensive training, combined with a commitment to excellence, has led to numerous successes in regional and national dance competitions, earning recognition for both technical skill and artistic expression. As a result of her dedication, opportunities have arisen to collaborate with prestigious dance institutions, including Jason Coleman’s Ministry of Dance, The Joffrey Ballet school in NYC, and Scimm Dance Company’s Ascension Training Program. These experiences have enriched her understanding of the dance world and deepened her ability to mentor students with insight and expertise. Rhemi encourages students to pursue the same enriching opportunities in dance, so they can excel even further in what they love most.

 

Alongside her practical experience, Rhemi has pursued formal qualifications in Acrobatic Arts which has further enhanced her ability to deliver high-quality instruction. Rhemi is Currently expanding her knowledge by studying the HSC Dance syllabus, further strengthening her understanding of dance theory, performance, and choreography. This commitment to both practical and academic learning ensures she remain at the forefront of dance education.

 

As both a dancer and teacher at LBDA, Rhemi actively participate in classes alongside younger students, which fosters an environment of mutual respect. This hands-on approach allows her to create a supportive environment to inspire, guide and motivate students through shared experiences, helping them to feel supported and encouraged to reach their full potential. By nurturing her students’ technical and artistic growth, Rhemi strives to instill a sense of confidence, discipline, and passion in each student and empower them to thrive in both dance and life.

 

Amelia has spent all of her childhood years dancing, beginning at the ripe age of one, where she began studying classical ballet in Albury, NSW. She enrolled at Le Beat in 2014 at the age of five, where she began training and preparing through the Royal Academy of Dance syllabus. So far, she has partaken in exams from Grade 1 through to Intermediate Foundation and received distinctions and high merits in each level.

 

Amelia mainly focuses on all classical ballet genres, including neo classical, demi character, pointe and lyrical, as well as training in acrobatics. She has also worked in different styles such as contemporary, cheerleading, jazz, and hip hop and has had many opportunities to be taught by industry professionals through workshops.

 

For many years, Amelia has been a member of one of the LBDA competition teams and competes at various eisteddfods as a soloist. This has seen her achieve Runner Up Ultimate Dancer in 2022, as well as qualifying to compete at national level competitions. In 2024 Amelia Auditioned and was accepted into the summer Intensive Program at the prestigious Joffrey Ballet School in New York. Amelia was lucky enough to perform on Broadway with the company at the end of the program. From this performance Amelia was invited into the Trainee Program. 

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Amelia thoroughly enjoys passing her knowledge and expertise to the up-and-coming dancers of the next generation in dance. Amelia will continue to study the Royal Academy of Dance Syllabus as a student but will also attend extra-curricular with the Royal Academy of Dance around Australia as a teacher to provide the best for the younger LBDA Classical students.

Sienna started dancing when she was 6 years old at LBDA, since then Sienna has trained and competed across many styles of dance; Classical Ballet, National Character, Neo Classical, Lyrical, contemporary, jazz, hip hop and acrobatics. 

 

Sienna has completed her Royal Academy of Dance (R.A.D) Classical Ballet Examinations and was awarded Distinction. Sienna has been assisting in teaching dance since 2020 and has been taking her own classes since 2023. Experienced and loved teacher of the Pro tots, 6yrs Jazz and Beginner Acrobatic Arts Classes. Sienna will be studying Acrobatic Arts Syllabus as a teacher, as well as continuing her skills as an advanced Acrobatic Art student.

 

Sienna is calm and patient with students. She understands not every student will learn the same and that she needs to be able to adapt her lesson plans to each classes needs. Sienna understands the working of the body and has a great eye for detail, body alignment and weight placement.

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We are extremely confident that any student in her class will love her and will come away with correct dance knowledge and technique from her classes.