Dance Lessons

Faye Thomson-Butt

(ISTD DDE Classical Ballet, Modern Theatre and Tap Dance)

I began dancing at the age of 4 with the Jacqui Capper School of Dance in Crewe and from my first lesson I was hooked! Since then, I have performed in many dance festivals and competitions around the country as well as numerous performances at the beautiful Lyceum Theatre in Crewe.  Whist in my teenage years I also took lessons at the Hammond School in Cheshire in Classical Ballet.

Until 2018 I combined teaching at local dance schools, in schools and with Cheshire Dance with a full-time job as Deputy Head of Marketing at a local college.  Since making the decision to pursue dance full time and combine my love of working with young people, I took on further teaching at X Academy School of Performing Arts and launched AJT Events.

I completed my teacher training with Kate Simmons School in Warrington for FDI (Foundation in Dance Instruction) Tap Dance, The Carmichael School of Theatre Arts in Telford for CDE (Certificate in Dance Education) Tap Dance and FDI and CDE Modern Theatre before completing my DDE (Diploma in Dance Education) in Classical Ballet at North Liverpool Dance Academy.

Now I am privileged to be offering my own classes in Classical Ballet, Modern Theatre, Tap Dance and Musical Theatre at Shavington-Cum-Gresty Village Hall for young people and adults.  I also have a love of singing and aim to incorporate song into lots of lessons particularly with pre-school children.

Classes will cover the ISTD (Imperial Society of Teachers of Dance) syllabus work as well as free work. Dancers would have the opportunity to take ISTD examinations if they chose and take part in regular performances.

Hannah Byrne

B.A. (Hons) in Performing Arts

Hannah is a freelance dance and Fitsteps teacher based within Crewe. Her training began at the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA), before going on to London Studio Centre where she gained a BA(Hons) in Performing Arts Dance.

Her professional career began soon after graduating when she was given the opportunity to dance on cruise ships worldwide.

Along with over 8 years of experience leading adult classes in Zumba Fitness, Les Mills Body Attack and most recently Fitsteps. Hannah also has an NVQ Level 3 in Supporting, Teaching & Learning in Schools and has choreographed many pieces for local Primary schools. She is very proud to have worked with children of all ages, needs and abilities for several years and feels very inspired by their passion for life and creativity.

Hannah loves to add a little ‘Sparkle and Shine’ to her classes and support individuals with growing into happy, confident performers.

We are delighted that Hannah will lead our Fitsteps, Street and Contemporary dance classes from September 23.

Felicity Finch

B.A. (Hons) P.G.C.E.

Fliss’s passion for Performing Arts is infectious! Since graduating with a BA (hons) and PGCE in Performing Arts, Fliss has taught GCSE & A Level Drama and BTEC Performing Arts in Primary and Secondary Schools across the UK and in Gibralter.

She has also performed in musicals at theatres in the North West including Cats, West Side Story, Fame and many others.  She has directed and produced numerous amateur musical productions including Les Miserables, The Lion King, Aladdin, Alice in Wonderland, High School Musical and Blood Brothers.

Fliss strives to make her lessons fun and engaging, to encourage creativity and enable her students to flourish. As well as helping her students learn new skills, she is passionate about helping children to build their confidence.

We are privileged that Fliss will be leading our Tuesday Musical Theatre and Drama classes. 

Gail Stubbs

Diploma in Musical Theatre Performance