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Who are we?

Our Mission and vision

Expanse School of Dance has been present in the Pakenham and Upper Beaconsfield area since 2022, proudly supporting students as they begin their dancing journey! We pride ourselves on creating confident and creative individuals through an inclusive class approach where each individual gets the opportunity to perform and achieve their optimal dance ability.

 

Our teaching community includes lifelong students who have returned from employment as dancers, choreographers and teachers to share their expanse of knowledge and skills to our amazing dance community. 

 

Our aim is to provide quality teaching within a limited class size to focus on developing creative and confident individuals who can apply their skills from the classroom, to the outside world. When you become part of our community, you enter into a supportive and inclusive family, one which we are so very excited to have you part of!

To pass on our passion and love of dance by instilling the joy and an appreciation of dance in every student. With the right teaching ethos and guidance, we aim to nurture every student to achieve their goals and become creative and confident individuals in an inclusive and supportive environment.

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We also hope to foster an appreciation for dance as an art form. Students are guided to be their best as they learn attributes of kindness, respect and self-worth while supporting other students in their own learning journeys.

Our Teaching Team

At Expanse School of Dance we are very proud of our teaching team. All our teachers have first aid training as well as a wide variety of teaching qualifications to ensure our classes are positive, challenging and inclusive. 

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Alex Wall

Director/Teacher

Hi, I am Alex and I am the owner and teacher at Expanse School of Dance. I began my dance journey at the age of three in my hometown of Upper Beaconsfield and since then haven't stopped grooving! I am very passionate about dance teaching, and providing each student the opportunity to become creative and confident individuals. I have a strong passion for inclusivity and providing every budding dancer the opportunity to shine!​

 

  • SFD teacher certification

  • Acrobatic Arts teacher certification

  • PBT teacher certification

  • Certificate 4 in Dance Teaching and Management

  • Bachelor of Primary, Secondary and Inclusive Education

  • Currently studying RAD teacher certification course

Leonie Van Vliet

Teacher

Hi, I'm Leonie and I have a range of experience in teaching dance with my favourite style being ballet. I have been dancing since the age of 5, and have performed in various performance, productions, and competitions. I first began assisting in 2014 and later in 2016 began teaching. I feel very passionate towards my teaching and love seeing my students achieve their goals.

 

  • Certificate 2 in Dance (Contemporary and Jazz)

  • Certification 4 in Dance Teaching and Management

  • SFD teacher certification

  • PBT certification

  • Keep Kids Safe in Dance certification

  • Currently studying RAD teacher certification course

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Gretta Urquhart

Teacher

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Hi, I am Gretta and as a young girl I learnt

Royal Academy Ballet from Australian ballerina, Kathleen Gorham, and I have carried that legacy on for more than 25 years as a registered teacher. As an experienced teacher I understand and enjoy helping students to experience the joy of dance and the correct way to perform the steps. For me, each and every child has the ability to gain from learning dancing of any style whether it be for enjoyment alone or as a stepping stone to a vocation in dance.

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  • Trained by Kathleen Gorham in RAD syllabus

  • Registered RAD teacher

  • Television performance work - In Melbourne Tonight

  • Amateur theatre productions

  • Championship calisthenics

  • Teacher training at Dance Factory (Jazz).

Amy Lowis

Teacher/Admin Assistant

Hi! I’m Amy! I have been taking dance classes since I was 4, undergoing my full time training at the age of 18.

Since 2018, I have been consistently teaching Classical Ballet, Tap and Jazz, recreationally, for exams and for showcases. My interests lay in safe dance practices, developing strong bodies and integrating play into dance for the little ones! I have been lucky enough to have obtained exam qualifications through TAAD, Cecchetti and recently RAD.

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  • Certificate 4 in Dance

  • PBT Teacher Certification

  • Currently studying Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science/Bachelor of Nutrition

  • Commencing RAD teacher certification in 2025

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Zack Licitis

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Teacher

Hi I'm Zack and I've had so many amazing opportunities through dance from teaching, performing and creating. I've been dancing for about 10 years and currently my favourite dance style is hip-hop. I have competed successfully in local competitions, worked on various dance projects, performed at live events and dance-for-camera work. My classes focus on building confidence, creativity, and a strong foundation in movement, making dance accessible and enjoyable for all skill levels.

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  • Certificate II & III in Dance (Performance)

  • Member of LionHeart Dance Company (Collective) 2023

  • Member of Ascendent Dance Company 2020-2024

  • Participant in multiple video projects across Melbourne

  • Competed as a dancer in multiple local Hip-Hop battles and competitions 

  • Worked for multiple entertainment companies performing dance and circus arts

  • Prepared professional dancers for show seasons â€‹

Contact us

0434 199 549

24 Toomuc Valley Road, Pakenham 3810

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