INSPIRATION
About Us
Xpression Dance Academy was founded in 2016 by Principal Owner Director Miss Maggie Pyke. Her love and passion for creativity, diversity and unity through movement, brought together the academy's foundation and vision. At XDA every child is valued and nurtured at their own individual pace, incorporating each students strengths, talents and differences into every lesson and performance. At XDA we pride ourselves on providing the best quality dance tuition whilst encouraging students to explore their imagination and achieve their dreams.
Meet Our Teachers
Miss Maggie
With over 23 years of dance experience, Miss Maggie has completed her Acrobatic Arts Module 1 & Module 2 Certification, Ecole De Pole Beginners Pole Master Certification, Aerial Arts Aerial Hoop Certification, AASCF Level 1 & 2 Cheerleading Coach Accreditation, Acrobatic Arts Contortion Training, Beginners and Intermediate Gymnastics Coaching Courses, First Aid and CPR Certified Training and is also undergoing her Level 1 Yoga Teacher Training, Cert IV in Dance Teaching Management, Aerial Arts Aerial Silks Certification, Intermediate and Advanced Ecole De Pole Master Pole Certifications and AASCF Level 3 Cheerleading Coach Accreditation. Miss Maggie has conducted numerous productions for the Academy and also subcontracts to local schools teaching dance curriculum, yoga workshops and creative arts movement. When she is not dancing or planning for the studio she is spending time with her 2 sons and partner enjoying the simple things in life. She believes that everyone deserves a chance at pursuing their dreams and the things they love no matter their location, experience or heritage. She is a very passionate, vibrant and loving teacher who prides herself on putting time and effort into every student, challenge or life situation she encounters.
Owner Director
Miss Ella
With over 18 years of dance experience, Miss Ella is Acrobatic Arts Module 1 Certified, Aerial Arts Aerial Hoop Certified, Ecole De Pole Beginner Pole Master Certified, First Aid and CPR Certified and is currently completing her studies to become a Vet Nurse. When she is not tapping her life away or grooving to the music, she is putting all her love into beautiful animals of all shapes and sizes. Miss Ella has a very outgoing personality and is very approachable and easy to get to know. You will often find Miss Ella cracking jokes around the studio and making everyone laugh. She currently teaches all of our Miles Studio classes as well as all of our Chinchilla Intermediates and Senior 2 classes. Xpression Dance Academy is very lucky to have such a family friendly Teacher like Miss Ella and we value her brilliant contribution to our ever growing Academy.
Chinchilla & Miles Studio Manager/Senior Teacher
Senior Teacher
Miss Chloe
Miss Chloe has a total of 11 years of dance experience. She has completed her Studio Teacher Training, Acrobatic Arts Module 1 Certification, Ecole De Pole Beginners Master Pole Certification and is First Aid CPR qualified. She currently teaches 3 Pole Fitness/Dance classes weekly. She graduated high school in 2022 and has also completed her Cert 3 in Retail. Miss Chloe is known for being very family orientated and considerate. She is always offering assistance both inside and outside the studio. She has the most beautiful and caring personality. When she is not in the studio, you can find her baking up a storm in the kitchen or spending time with her friends. Xpression Dance Academy is very thankful to have such a loving and committed Senior Teacher like Miss Chloe and we value her wonderful contribution to our Academy.
Miss Mel
Miss Mel has a total of 14 years dance experience and is undergoing her Studio Teacher Training. She completed her Acrobatic Arts Module 1 Certification Training and is First Aid CPR qualified. She is also a fully qualified make up artist! She is currently enrolled to complete her AASCF Level 1 & 2 Cheerleading Accreditations. She currently assists with our Tiny Tots and Junior Pom Cheer classes as well as all Miles classes. She is a confident and charismatic teacher with a huge passion for dance, children and performing. Miss Mel is always finding ways to make people laugh, her humour is infectious. When she's not in the studio you will find her at home getting creative in choreography or all things skincare and makeup . Xpression Dance Academy is grateful to have such an outgoing Senior Teacher like Miss Mel and we value her continued contribution to our Academy.
Senior Teacher
Miss Isla
Miss Isla has a total of 10 years of dance experience and has completed her Studio Teacher Training. She currently teaches and assists with our Intermediates classes as well all Aerial Hoop classes, Acrobatics Classes & Senior/Junior Tap classes. She is currently in Grade 10 and enjoys all things Dance, Cotorsion & Aerial Hoop/Silks. Miss Isla has unbelievable determination and once she sets her mind on something there is nothing that can stop her. When she's not in the studio you will find her out in the backyard doing acro on the trampoline or in the shed with her Aerial Silks Rig. Xpression Dance Academy is delighted to have such a committed Junior Teacher like Miss Isla and we value her continued contribution to our Academy.
Junior Teacher
Miss Tia
Miss Tia has a total of 9 years of dance experience and has completed her Studio Teacher Training, Level 1 AASCF Cheer Accreditation and First Aid CPR training. She currently assists with our Tiny Tots Aerial Hoop and Pom classes and our Junior Pom, Contemporary and Ballet Classes. She is currently in Grade 11 and enjoys all things Dance and Cheerleading. Miss Tia is always up for a challenge and loves getting involved with anything to do with fitness. When she's not in the studio you will find her out on the motorbike tracks with friends or snuggling her Puppy. Xpression Dance Academy is blessed to have such a Driven Junior Teacher like Miss Tia and we value her continued contribution to our Academy.
Junior Teacher
Miss Ciana
Miss Ciana has a total of 9 years of dance experience and has completed her Studio Teacher Training and First Aid CPR training. She currently assists with our Junior Jazz and Junior HipHop classes. She is currently in Grade 11 and enjoys all things Dance and Acrobatics. Miss Ciana is always involved in anything creative or hands on. When she's not in the studio you will find her out relaxing by the pool or heading to local rodeos with friends . Xpression Dance Academy is grateful to have such a bubbly Junior Teacher like Miss Ciana and we value her continued contribution to our Academy.
Junior Teacher
Miss Eve
Eve has a total of 24 years dancing experience with her main focus and passion on Ballet. She completed all of her RAD exams up to Advanced 2 and is now a registered RAD ballet teacher. She is also First Aid CPR Trained and holds her Working with Children's Blue Card. Eve loves creating dances and working with young people to build their love of ballet. She completed her dance degree at QUT and is now lucky enough to teach dance everyday. Eve is really looking forward to sharing her love of ballet as she currently teaches our Intermediate and Senior Ballet classes. When Eve isn't in studio, you will find her out to trivia nights with friends or seeing a new performance at the theatre. XDA is so blessed to have such a skilled and knowledgeable teacher like Miss Eve and we value her incredible continued contribution to the academy.
Senior Teacher
Junior Teacher
Miss Harper
Miss Harper has a total of 10 years of dance experience. Miss Harper currently assists with our Level 1-3 Acrobatics class. She is currently in Grade 11 completing her Traineeship with XDA to earn her Cert 3 in Business. Miss Harper is known for being very friendly, encouraging and always willing to help. When Miss Harper isn't in the studio, you can find her indulging in a yoga class, watching movies and getting creative with her paints to canvas's. Xpression Dance Academy is very grateful to have such a gracious and all round Assistant Teacher like Miss Harper and we value her continued contribution to our Academy.
Miss Chloe
Miss Chloe has a total of 5 years of dance experience. Miss Chloe is one of our newest assistant teachers as of this year. She currently assists with our Tiny Tots Ballet, Jazz, Tap & HipHop classes. She is currently in Grade 9. Miss Chloe is known for her fiery personality lighting up everybody's mood when she enters the studio room. When Miss Chloe isn't in the studio, you can find her in her backyard with her tumble track practicing her skills or indulging in singing for her friends and family. Xpression Dance Academy is very proud to have such a fabulous Assistant Teacher like Miss Chloe and we value her continued contribution to our Academy.
Junior Teacher
Miss Deena
Miss Deena has a total of 8 years of dance experience. Miss Deena is one of our newest assistant teachers as of this year. She currently assists with our Level 1-3 Acrobatics class. She is currently in Grade 10 and making her way into her senior years. Miss Deena is known for always being upside down, throwing handstands and acrobatic skills wherever she goes. When Miss Deena isn't in the studio, you can find her out in her paddocks with her 3 horses or going for a swim in the dam. Xpression Dance Academy is very excited to have such an enthusiastic Assistant Teacher like Miss Deena and we value her continued contribution to our Academy.
Junior Teacher
Miss Coco
Miss Coco has a total of 8 years of dance experience. Miss Coco is one of our newest assistant teachers as of this year. She currently is in Grade 10 and assists with our Junior Boys class. Miss Coco is known for always having a positive aura no matter where she goes, always giving everything 100%. When Miss Coco isn't in the studio, you can find her singing her life away or acting in musicals and other school drama activities. Xpression Dance Academy is very thrilled to have such an passionate Assistant Teacher like Miss Coco and we value her continued contribution to our Academy.
Junior Teacher
Miss Cassi
Miss Cassi has a background in gymnsatics and dance with a total of 12 years experience. She has completed her Studio Teacher Training within the Academy and First Aid CPR Training. Miss Cassi taught and assisted with our Tiny Tots Jazz, HipHop & Tap classes. She has completed Grade 10 and enjoys all things Acro/Gymnastics, Dance and Touch Footy. Miss Cassi is known for being very adaptive and inclusive. She is a go with the flow kind of person and always up to any and all challenges thrown her way. There isn't a moment when Miss Cassi isn't full of energy and trying new tricks and stunts. Xpression Dance Academy is very thankful to have such a well balanced and dedicated Assistant Teacher like Miss Cassi and we value her amazing contribution to our Academy.
Senior Teacher
