MEET THE TEACHERS
About Miss Ebonee
Dance Teacher
(Commercial, Jazz, Acro Dance, Contemporary, Street Dance and Body Conditioning)
Ebonee is a First-Class BA (Hons) Dance graduate with a comprehensive
background in performance, choreography, and dance education. She is committed
to inspiring excellence through movement and cultivating a disciplined yet creative
learning environment for dancers of all ages and abilities.
With experience teaching across a range of local dance schools, Ebonee has
delivered structured workshops and individual coaching sessions designed to
enhance technical proficiency, artistic expression, and confidence. Her teaching
philosophy prioritises precision, creativity, and personal growth, ensuring that each
student reaches their full potential in a supportive and professional setting.
Ebonee holds BBO Ballet Advanced 1 and has achieved Distinction* in IDTA
Advanced 1 Tap. She completed three years of professional training at Addict
Dance Academy, further refining her technical and performance skills. Her early
foundation in movement began as a county-level gymnast at Burslem Gymnastics
Club, where she trained from the age of five.
Her performance experience includes five consecutive seasons performing in
Jonathan Wilkes’s professional pantomimes at The Regent Theatre with First
Family and Qdos Entertainment as part of The Wilkes Academy Under 16’s. She
has also appeared in multiple theatre productions at The Regent Theatre, building an
extensive portfolio of stage experience and you will see her take to the stage this
Christmas in the ‘Cinderella’ pantomime at The Mitchell Arts Theatre, Hanley.
Fully DBS checked and First Aid certified, Ebonee upholds the highest standards
of professionalism and care in all her teaching. She is delighted to bring her
expertise and enthusiasm to Simply Dance, contributing to the continued
development of aspiring dancers within the school.
About Miss Maisie
Dance Teacher
(Ballet, Tap, Contemporary, Musical Theatre, Adult Classes)
Maisie joins our dance school with an extensive background in dance and
performing arts education. She undertook three years of professional training at The
Jill Clewes Academy and Steelworks College, where she achieved a Level 3
Extended Diploma in Performing Arts with outstanding results.
Her technical ability is reflected in her wide range of formal qualifications, which
include Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) Grade 8 Ballet, Imperial Society of
Teachers of Dancing (ISTD) Intermediate Modern, ISTD Gold Jazz, and ISTD
Advanced 1 Tap. Maisie is currently completing her ISTD Diploma in Dance
Education, furthering her expertise.
In addition to her dance training, Maisie has gained considerable stage experience
through her involvement in numerous productions with Stafford Gatehouse Youth
Theatre, Staged Right Stafford, and No Name Theatre Group. Her commitment to
the performing arts extends beyond dance; she has successfully achieved Grade 8
Singing and is presently preparing for her Singing Diploma.
Having dedicated herself to dance from the age of four, Maisie combines a strong
technical background with a passion for teaching. Her professional discipline,
creative and enthusiasm for nurturing developing dancers make her a valuable
addition to our teaching team.
About Miss Ellie
Dance Teacher
(Acro Dance, Commercial, Contemporary)
Miss Ellie is a Level 5 Qualified Dance Teacher with the British Ballet
Organization (BBO) and has been teaching across multiple schools in Staffordshire
for the past two years. She currently teaches at TPS, PQA, The Mitchell Arts
Centre Outreach Program, and now at Simply Dance Stafford.
Her dance journey began at the age of three, training with TPS, Stagecoach, and
the Regent Theatre Academy. Over the years, she has gained extensive
performance experience, appearing at renowned venues including The Regent
Theatre, The Mitchell Arts Centre, Bet 365 Stadium, and The New Vic Theatre.
Miss Ellie continued her professional training at Steelworks College, where she
achieved a Level 3 Diploma in Performing and Production Arts. She then
progressed to complete both her Level 4 and Level 5 Dance Teaching
Qualifications. Most recently, she has expanded her expertise by becoming a
Qualified Acro Teacher through the Acrobatic Arts certification program.
In addition to her teaching career, Miss Ellie maintains a strong interest in fitness
and music, enjoying both the gym and playing guitar. Her combined background in
dance and fitness allows her to design structured and individualised lessons
that support each student’s technical progress and personal growth. Her passion for
music also inspires dynamic and expressive choreography, encouraging creativity
in every class.
Miss Ellie is delighted to be part of the faculty at Simply Dance and is dedicated to
helping every student develop their confidence, skill, and artistry within a
supportive and inspiring learning environment.
Miss Zara
Dance Teacher
(Street Dance, Contemporary)
Zara is a professionally trained dancer and performer who holds a Level 3 Diploma in Performing Arts from the prestigious Wilkes Academy of Performing Arts. During her training, Zara had the privilege of learning under some of the most respected and experienced professionals in the industry, including current West End performers, choreographers, and creative directors.
Zara’s passion for dance began at the age of three, when she first discovered the joy of performing and the excitement of the stage. By seven, she had secured her first professional contract as a juvenile dancer in Dick Whittington at the Regent Theatre, performing alongside Jonathan Wilkes. Over the next decade, Zara continued to build her stage experience through numerous pantomime productions with both First Family Entertainment and Qdos Entertainment, gaining invaluable professional insight and discipline from an early age.
At sixteen, Zara made the dedicated decision to relocate and pursue full-time professional training at Wilkes Academy. Her time there not only refined her technical and performance skills but also nurtured her adaptability across a wide range of dance styles, including Commercial, Contemporary, Jazz, Musical Theatre, Ballet and Tap. Zara also received extensive training in singing and acting, enabling her to develop as a well-rounded and confident performer.
Since graduating, Zara has worked across a variety of professional settings, from live stage productions and corporate events to film and media projects. Alongside her performing career, she discovered a deep passion for teaching - an opportunity to share her knowledge, experience, and love for the performing arts with the next generation of dancers.
As a teacher, Zara strives to create a positive, encouraging, and inspiring environment in which every student can thrive. She focuses on developing not only technical ability and performance quality but also confidence, individuality, and self-expression. Through her teaching, Zara is dedicated to nurturing young talent and instilling the same passion and professionalism that have guided her own journey in the performing arts.