How It All Started
Hello, my name is Taryn Jennings. I began dancing at the age of three at the Debra Balmforth School of Dance. Later, I continued my training at the Young Australian Broadway Chorus, where I also learned to sing and act.
In addition to my Diploma in Children’s Services, I have many years of experience working with children. In 2014, I completed full-time studies at Dance Factory, earning a Diploma in Musical Theatre/Dance Performance, along with a teaching certificate from Acrobatic Arts.
I am well-versed in a variety of dance styles, including Jazz, Tap, Ballet, Funk/Hip Hop, Contemporary, Musical Theatre, Acrobatics, Singing, and Drama.
Dancing and working with children are my passions. I aim to help my students build confidence, enjoy themselves, and, most importantly, have fun.
Miss Charlie
Teacher
Whittlesea Studio
Charlotte’s passion for dance began at age four, studying various styles like Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, and Contemporary. With a strong background in competitive dance and Classical Ballet training (Cecchetti and RAD), she has worked with world-renowned choreographers during her Full-Time Training at The Space in Melbourne and attended workshops across Australia and the U.S. Charlotte has performed in numerous theatre productions, including Mamma Mia! and CATS, earning awards and nominations. She has taught dance for over 14 years and directed a performing arts studio for nine years. Charlotte holds a Certificate in Ballet Teaching Studies from RAD and coaches students for exams. In 2024, she is excited to share her love of dance with students at Centre Stage.
Miss Abby
Teacher
Whittlesea Studio
My name is Abby, I’m 18 years old and have been dancing for 12 years 9 of which I have spent at Centre Stage Studio.
This is my 3rd Year teaching with Centre Stage and I have previously worked as a student teacher in 2021 and 2022
I am well versed in all dance styles with a personal preference towards ballet and contemporary.
Im looking forward to teaching more classes this year and sharing my dance experiences and knowledge with my students, i want my classes to be fun and knowledgable.
Miss Madi
Assistant Teacher
Whittlesea Studio
Hi my name is Madi, I‘ve been dancing for over 6 years i have done a ranges of different styles, I‘m currently dancing in contemporary, acrobatic/dance and teen infusion with Centre Stage Studio.
This is my second year student teaching and i loved learning more about how classes were run and working with the Tiny Tots.
I hope to expand on my knowledge and to one day be a dance teacher.
Miss Nicole
Assistant Teacher
Whittlesea Studio
Hi my name is Nicole, I have been dancing for over 9 years and I have done jazz/hip hop, ballet, teens, musical theatre and acro. I’m currently in year 11 at DVC, I continue to dance with Centre Stage Studio.
I am student teaching because I want to help other with dancing and learn how to run dance classes.
Miss Charlotte
Teacher
Kinglake Studio
My name is Charlotte, I’ve dance for about 12 years, this will be my 9th year at Centre Stage Studio.
I’ve done jazz, contemporary, musical theatre, acro, tap. I currently go to DVC (Diamond Valley College), this year I’ll be in yr 11, and I am doing VET dance at NCAT, to further myself in dance.
I started teaching at Centre Stage Studio last year and have being assistant teaching since 2021, I have passion for dance and i hope to inspire my students.
Miss Maya
Assistant Teacher
Kinglake Studio
Hello my name is Maya, and I have been dancing with Centre Stage Studio for 7 years I have always had a strong passion for dancing.
The styles i have danced are jazz/hip hop, ballet, acro, musical theatre and contemporary.
I am super excited to be student teaching this year, and to further learn about dance.