We all know that nurturing creativity in our children is important and here at Zest Dance, we are committed to providing a space for children to think of new imaginative ideas and inspired to explore their bodies.
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Principal
Frankie is the ‘boss’ at Zest Dance and teaches all subjects, alongside the admin and running of the school. Frankie’s superpower is her attention to detail and magic powers to make everything better!
Principal
Frankie started dancing at the tender age of 3 at Daniels Dancing Academy in Kenilworth and always knew that she wanted to be a dance teacher. She holds teaching qualifications in Ballet, Tap, Theatre Craft, Contemporary Modern Jazz, Acro, Freestyle and Musical Theatre and is a Fellow of the IDTA (International Dance Teachers Association). She also has a BA(Hons) degree in Dance Education from the RAD (Royal Academy of Dance) and is Acrobatic Arts Certified. She has over 12 years of experience teaching in schools, nurseries, dance schools and performing arts academies.
Over the years Frankie has performed in numerous shows, musicals and performances and has choreographed many local productions.
Frankie is passionate about providing a safe and nurturing environment to dancers of all ages and believes that dance classes don’t just teach movement and steps, but so much more that student’s take into their future lives.
Frankie has always wanted to set up her own dance school and Zest Dance has already exceeded all of her wildest dreams. She takes huge pride in the quality of the classes, and ensuring that every student has a wonderful experience at Zest Dance.
Teacher
Mollie teaches a variety of classes in Stratford-upon-Avon and Kenilworth. Mollie's superpower is her tapping feet and creative choreography!
Teacher
Mollie started dancing at around the age of 3 and hasn't stopped since. At the age of 16, she studied dance and musical theatre full time at Pattison College, Coventry, where she also gained her IDTA Level 4 teaching diplomas in Ballet, Tap and Modern.
After working as a dancer in the UK and in Greece, Mollie moved to Bahrain to teach full time at a dance studio for 2 years. She is now very happy to be back home, excited to start teaching at Zest Dance and continue working towards more teaching qualifications.
Teacher
Emily teaches acro and musical theatre at Zest Dance! Emily’s superpower is her triple threat talent and fresh ideas!
Teacher
Emily graduated from The Urdang Academy in 2024 where she gained a first class Honours degree in Professional Dance and Musical Theatre (BA). Emily has trained in dance and Musical Theatre since she was 4 years old. Before she attended The Urdang Academy she completed RAD and IDTA exams to an advanced level as well as being an All England Dance finalist with honours recognition.
Alongside her training at The Urdang Academy, Emily worked as a dance teacher at a London dance school for ages 3-18, delivering classes in a range of styles. Upon returning to the midlands, Emily undertook her Acrobatic Arts Module 1 course.
Emily is excited to see what her professional performing career entails as well as developing her teaching career also.
We all know that nurturing creativity in our children is important and here at Zest Dance, we are committed to providing a space for children to think of new imaginative ideas and inspired to explore their bodies.
As we know, dance has many benefits. However, stepping out to perform on to a stage is something that can give children an extra special boost. Here is a rundown of some of the valuable lessons that can be learned.
Our Zest Dance Tots classes are launching this September and you don’t want to miss it!
Our exciting new dance classes for toddlers (18 months +) in Stratford-upon-Avon and Kenilworth, Warwickshire are launching this September! The sessions are aimed at toddlers age 18 months + accompanied by their grown up, whether that be mum, dad, nanny, auntie, uncle, grandma or grandad.
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