Meet The Team

professional dancers, amazing teachers

Our Amazing Dance Teachers

Our professionally trained and super talented teachers specialise in a range of dance styles from Ballet, Tap, Modern, Jazz, Contemporary and Pointe through to Musical Theatre and Dance Acro. There’s no better opportunity to learn from the professional experience of so many great teachers all in one place.

DN Dance Team

Miss Nicky

Miss Nicky

Founder & Principal of DN

The inspiration and drive at the heart of everything we do, Miss Nicky is the fabulous founder and principle of DN Dance. After 7 years performing as a professional dancer, Nicky settled in Edinburgh and opened the doors to her first ever class back in 2010. Now, surrounded by an amazing team, super talented students, and supportive parents, Nicky is more motivated than ever to continue this wonderful journey  with her #DNDanceFamily.

Miss Chanelle

Miss Chanelle

Head of Student Progression & VP of Planning

Nicky’s self-appointed work-wife, our super talented tapper Miss Chanelle brings fun and friendliness to every class. Chanelle joined DN Dance in early 2014, soon becoming owner and Principal of our very first franchise, Edinburgh Crewe Branch. New a huge part of the core team, Chanelle oversees the progression of all students throughout the school, incorporate exams and awards as well as supporting those moving on to vocational college.

Miss Jane

Miss Jane

Head of DN Company & VP of Dance

Our passionate and dedicated Miss Jane brought magic to the growing DN Dance team back in 2014 and has excelled ever since. Jane became owner and principle of our Kirkliston & Winchburgh branch in 2017 and launched our super fabulous competition team (DN Company). Jane is much loved across the school and is dedicated to the growth of every student she teaches. You can always rely on her to brighten up your day!

Miss Beverley

Miss Beverley

DN Dance & Dance Babies Teacher

Miss Bev’s 10 years performing as a professional dancer on the world’s biggest cruise lines means she has bags of experience. Her friendly, enthusiastic and super fun nature make her classes really popular. We are very lucky to have her!

Miss Amy

Miss Amy

DN Dance, Dance Babies Teacher & Head of Younger Yrs Programme

The lovely Amy with a brilliant bright smile brings infectious warmth and enthusiasm to her classes. Amy is Head of our Younger Yrs Dance Programme & DN dance parties as well as a key member of our  DN Dance Babies team.

Miss Hope

Miss Hope

DN Dance, Dance Babies & Lead Theatre Teacher

Miss Megan became the effervescent face of our studio back in 2017 and is a wonderful teacher who just loves to see students derive real joy from their classes. Students sprint into the studio to see Miss Megan, her Dance Acro classes are a huge hit!

Miss Olivia

Miss Olivia

DN Dance & Dance Babies Teacher

Miss Olivia is a ballet & tap whizz! A fully qualified RAD ballet teacher, Olivia brings so much to our team. Joining us from Southern England, Miss Olivia also shares her skills in our Dance Babies classes.

Miss Zoe

Miss Zoe

DN Dance Teacher & Younger Yrs Programme support

Miss Zoe specialises in street and hip hop, and is an excellent tap dancer too. Zoe has a super laidback and calm demeanor and is great with kids of all ages. Catch her in birthday parties too.

Miss Lorna

Miss Lorna

DN Dance Teacher

Miss Lorna is our specialist commercial teacher. Commercial is a style synonymous with music videos and live music concerts. Lorna has danced at major events including the Brit Awards, and for some stars including: Dua Lipa, Ellie Goulding, Emeli Sande & Mark Ronson.

Miss Alex

Miss Alex

DN Dance & Dance Babies Teacher

A smile that could light up any studio. Miss Alex has an amazing ability to capture the attention of every child, draw them in and spread her infectious love of music and dance to the next generation. You can also book Miss Alex for a birthday party.

Miss Kate

Miss Kate

Acro Teacher

With a BA (hons) in Circus Arts, Kate brings a wealth of expertise to our Acro classes. A highlight of Kate’s professional career is an Acrobat on BBC’s show Tumble. Precision and power are just some of her focus skills. Her energy and fun brings sparkle to her classes. 

Caroline

Caroline

Administrator & Team Organiser

What would we do without Caroline! As well as looking after all our DN babies and theatre enquiries, Caroline takes care of the studio shop and the day to day administration and keeps the whole place ticking. Caroline doing what she does, means the rest of the DN team can focus on what they does best, the teaching.

Lindsay

Lindsay

Director

Nicky’s husband and partner in crime, Lindsay has joined the DN Dance Family as a full-time team member in December 2019. Lindsay does the stuff in the background, ensuring things run smoothly so the teachers can focus on being teachers!

What people say about us!

Amazing!

"Amazing dance school. Hugely enthusiastic and incredibly supportive dance teachers. Very happy dancers, everyone leaves buzzing!"

Happy kids

"My kids are happiest when they are in the studio with the amazing teachers."

Infectious enthusiasm

"Nicky and her team have made my daughter feel welcome from the start. Such a lovely atmosphere and great classes. Nick's enthusiasm is infectious!"

Community Spirit

"DN Dance has really made me feel a part of the local community"

Rediscovering the joy

"I gave up dance a few years ago but moving to Edinburgh as a uni student and finding DN Dance made me rediscover the joy again!" 

Professional & Welcoming

"Fantastic studio with a professional faculty who are so welcoming to people of all ages."

Highlight of my week

"I attend senior tap and couldn't be happier. Going to DN Dance is the highlight of my week!"

Friendly Staff

"My daughter has not long started tap/ballet and she loves it, and even more since she got the outfit. The staff are friendly and it’s a nice environment."

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