Few words about us
The Owner - Joanne Smith
Having lived in Abu Dhabi for 13 years and been constantly frustrated at the lack of dancing classes available, Joanne decided to open a dance studio – the first in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. After taking 8 months to complete all the paperwork and obtain the necessary approvals, Expressions opened it’s doors in November 2006. Joanne loves Ballroom dancing and teaches Ceroc and for the first time ever in the UAE Vertical Flex. Contact Joanne at joanne@expressions-dance.com
Manager - Jesse Harron
Jesse is a versatile trained dancer in Ballet, Tap, Jazz and Hip Hop. An RAD qualified Ballet instructor, Jesse will prepare students for their Ballet Examinations. Jess has taught children and adults and has a lot of experience in choreography and teaching. She has also performed and trained with professional Dance companies in her homeland of Vancouver, Canada. Contact Jesse at jesse@expressions-dance.com
Natalie Dauncey
Natalie comes from Surrey, UK and has been dancing since the age of 3 years old. She has studied both the RAD and ISTD methods of Ballet and is also an experienced Jazz and Tap dancer. Natalie has a Performance Arts Degree in Ballet, Tap, Jazz and Drama and has experience in teaching both group and private classes.
Aisling
Aisling (pronounced Ashling) is an expert in Drama & Dance, her drama skills are endless, both in terms of teaching, directing and script writing. Aisling also teaches Jazz, Ballet, Street Dance, Hip Hop, Freestyle, Cheerleading and pop.