Our Teachers - Kids & Teen Classes
Lucy McLachlan
Studio Director
Lucy is the founder and owner of The Studio Kiama. Immersed in the dance world for 20+ years, Lucy has over a decade of experience as a teacher and studio manager. Lucy completed her full time ballet training with Classé Ballet Academy in 2012, studying under Susan Wuele, Azure Dixon and Garth Welch, former principal with the Australian Ballet. Lucy continued teaching throughout university and her corporate career. She then moved to the business management space, and opened her own consultancy working with small, creative businesses, including studios.
In opening The Studio we hope to bring together a collective of dancers, artists and instructors to create a diverse, functional and creative space.
Lucy loves bringing the joy of dance to her classes and teaches with a balance between the technical and the creative.
Bachelor of Arts, Science & Economics, USYD | Cert. Business Management, IAOBM | Cert. Public Engagement, IAP2 | Advanced 2, ARAD, R.A.D | Royal Ballet Inspire Teacher Training Intensive
Jaeda Lome
Studio Coordinator, Ballet
With over 14 years of dance experience, Jaeda's journey in dance has shaped her commitment to nurturing confident, capable dancers in a positive and encouraging environment.
She has completed teaching training with The Studio Kiama, where she further developed her knowledge of safe dance practices, age-appropriate technique, and effective class structure. She is also currently continuing her studies to further expand her knowledge and stay up to date with best practices in dance education and training.
Her classes are thoughtfully designed to develop strong technique, musicality, and a solid technical foundation.
Above all, Jaeda strives to celebrate individuality and the joy of movement, empowering every dancer to build confidence, resilience, and a genuine love for dance that extends far beyond the studio.
Ciara Rogers
Acro, Jazz, Lyrical, Technique, Troupe
Ciara’s teaching style seamlessly blends technical precision with creative expression, fostering a supportive environment where students learn more than just skills—also gaining invaluable life lessons. Resilience, artistry, work ethic, balance, and a relentless pursuit of dreams are integral to her classes, empowering students to excel both on and off the dance floor. Over the years, Ciara has honed her skills with a focus on acrobatics and technique training. As a strong advocate for safe dance practice, she emphasises the importance of maintaining health and longevity while achieving one's goals. Through her guidance, Ciara inspires students to embrace their passion for dance and realise their limitless potential.
Regan Anderson
Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Musical Theatre
Regan has been in the world of dance for over 15 years studying jazz, tap, hip-hop, lyrical, contemporary, ballet and musical theatre as well as competing in solo and group competition teams. Regan auditioned and was accepted into Newtown High School of the Performing Arts and The McDonald College Creative Arts in Sydney where she attended both primary and high school. Regan has trained under industry professionals in commercial dance, as well as former contemporary and ballet company residents.
Regan found her love for teaching as a swimming instructor and started teaching dance to bring her joy of movement to a creative space.
Regan loves to have fun and creative classes, sharing her knowledge and passion for dance with everyone.
April Maguire
Ballet
April Maguire is a former professional ballet dancer with West Australian Ballet and an experienced dance and Pilates instructor with over 10 years of teaching experience. With a strong foundation in classical ballet and contemporary dance, April specialises in RAD syllabus coaching from Grades 1 to Advanced 2, exam preparation, choreography and the development of strong technical foundations.
A certified Barre, Mat and Reformer Pilates instructor, as well as a PBT-certified teacher, April brings a unique understanding of strength, conditioning, alignment and movement to her teaching. Her approach balances technical precision with creativity and artistry, nurturing each dancer’s individual development, confidence and love of movement. Passionate about helping students reach their potential, April creates engaging, supportive classes that encourage dancers to develop both their technical ability and artistic expression.
Melanie Cowell-Perrotta
Ballet
Melanie is an experienced dance educator, choreographer and performer with over 29 years in the dance industry. Beginning her dance journey at just three years old, Melanie discovered her passion for teaching at 16 and has since inspired dancers of all ages across Sydney and the Illawarra.
She holds qualifications as a Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) ballet teacher, Progressive Ballet Technique (PBT) instructor, Rhythm Works Integration instructor and Acrobatic Arts certified educator. Her teaching experience spans ballet, jazz, contemporary and lyrical, bringing a wealth of knowledge and versatility to the studio.
Melanie is passionate about creating a positive and encouraging environment where every dancer can grow in confidence, develop their skills and discover their own love of dance. She finds the greatest joy in watching her students flourish and celebrating their progress both in and beyond the studio
Quinn Hose
Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary
Quinn is a versatile dancer trained in a wide range of styles, specialising in jazz, lyrical, contemporary, ballet, and commercial.
She is a recent graduate of Ettingshausen’s Pro, completing two years of full-time training and earning an Advanced Diploma of Dance. Prior to this, Quinn grew up dancing from the age of three in her hometown in regional Victoria, where her love for dance first began.
Having trained under leading industry professionals, Quinn is passionate about passing on her knowledge and inspiring the next generation of dancers. She loves teaching with energy and enthusiasm, creating a positive and encouraging environment where students can grow in both confidence and skill.
Caitlin Norris
Acro, Jazz, Contemporary
Caitlin has been immersed in the dance world for over 18 years, competing in troupes, solos, and competitive cheer. With more than 8 years of teaching experience, Caitlin brings both passion and professionalism into every class she leads. She loves teaching dance as it allows her to share her lifelong passion with the next generation, inspiring young dancers to grow in confidence and ability.
Caitlin’s teaching style blends strong technical foundations with creativity, creating a positive and supportive environment where students develop not only as dancers, but as individuals. Her classes emphasise resilience, teamwork, and the confidence to chase their dreams, skills that extend far beyond the dance floor.
Brodie
Ballet
Brodie is an RAD-qualified ballet teacher with over a decade of teaching experience across some of Sydney’s leading dance schools. She is passionate about developing technically strong, confident dancers while nurturing artistry and a genuine love of ballet.
Throughout her career, Brodie has taught students from preschool age through to advanced and pre-professional levels, with extensive experience preparing dancers for examinations, performances, competitions and pointe work. As Head of Ballet at Dance Chora for five years, she led the ballet department, mentored students and staff, and supported dancers through their technical and artistic development.
Alongside her dance qualifications, Brodie is a registered chiropractor with a Master’s degree in Chiropractic. Her specialist understanding of anatomy, biomechanics and injury prevention brings an added depth to her teaching, particularly in pointe work, where she supports dancers to develop the strength, alignment and body awareness needed for safe progression.
Brodie’s teaching style combines high standards with warmth and encouragement. She believes exceptional ballet training should challenge and inspire dancers while providing a supportive environment in which they feel motivated to grow. She takes pride in building strong relationships with students and families, helping each dancer develop not only technical excellence but also resilience, discipline, confidence and a lifelong appreciation for ballet.