Suzanne, or “Suzy” as she’s known in the studio, has over 20 years of teaching experience and has inspired dancers in Calgary and surrounding communities through her energetic choreography and supportive teaching style. She believes dance is for everyone, regardless of age, ability, or experience, and is passionate about helping students build confidence, creativity, and a lifelong love of movement.
A certified yoga and reiki practitioner, Suzy brings a holistic approach to dance education blending technical excellence with an understanding of body awareness and personal well-being. She is certified in Acrobatic Arts (Modules 1 & 2), ADAPT Jazz and Tap, Progressive Ballet Technique (PBT), Alixa Flexibility, Mental Skills Teacher Training, Youth Protection Advocates in Dance (YPAD), and is a certified Acro Dance Adjudicator. She also has extensive training in ISTD, RAD, Cecchetti, and Vaganova methodologies.
Committed to lifelong learning, Suzy has trained throughout Canada and internationally, including in New York, Los Angeles, London, and Vancouver. She holds a degree in Business Administration and earned her Bachelor of Education in 2020; she currently teaches in the Performing & Visual Arts (PVA) Dance Program at Central Memorial High School with the Calgary Board of Education.