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Principal ~ Christine Smith

(Bubs, Toddlers, Contemporary, Ballet/Lyrical, Jazz/Funk, Hip Hop, 'Fusion', Zumba®, Drama, Playgroup, Performance Group)

 Christine obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Dance and a Graduate Diploma of Education in Dance and PDHPE from the University of Western Sydney.

She has been teaching Dance and PDHPE at Blaxland High School for the past 14 years, including HSC Dance.

She is a Practicum Supervisor for UWS Nepean and the Australian College of Physical Education, and has been a HSC Dance marker in both practical and written examinations for the Board of Studies.

Christine is a qualified Active-After-School Coach for the Australian Sports Commission; currently holds a 3th Kyu (brown belt) in GKR Karate and gained a gold medal at the Young Guns Karate Tournament in 2008.

She is currently undertaking her Masters in Education (Leadership) at the University of Western Sydney.

        Dance and musical performances include:

·        UWS dance tour, Edith Cowan University, Perth
·        “Chess”, Revolutionary Productions, the Hills Centre
·        “West Side Story”, “Hello Dolly”, “Cabaret”, “Chess”, “Brigadoon”, “Paint Your Wagon”, Blue Mountains Musical Society
·        Ceroc Australia Winter Ball, Round House, University of NSW
·        Dance Expo for Ceroc Australia, Homebush Sydney
         Global Lounge Benefit Concert, Wentworth Falls School of Performing Arts

        Choreographic credits include:

                ·        UWS Options Dance Festival, selected choreographer
                ·        UWS Bachelor of Arts Dance performances
                ·        World Aids Day Festival, Penrith
                ·        “Leader of the Pack”, “42nd Street”, “Back to the 80’s”, “Grease”, Blaxland High School
                ·        Award winning Rock Eisteddfod & Dance Companies, Blaxland High School
                ·        “Hello Dolly”, “Cabaret”, “Chess”, “Joseph”, “Brigadoon”, “Paint Your Wagon”, "Sound of Music", Blue Mountains Musical Society
                ·        “The Magic Flute”, Blue Mountains Opera Company
                ·        Olympic Torch Relay Festival, Penrith
                ·        “Sound of Music”, Mountain Youth Theatre
                ·        “Seussical the Musical”, Riverside Lyric Ensemble
                         "Global Lounge Benefit Concert", invited choreographer, Wentworth Falls School of Performing Arts

 

Emma Lamont

(Contemporary, Ballet/Lyrical, Jazz/Funk)

  • Emma graduated from the University of Western Sydney with a BA in Dance and PDHPE in 2004, and has been teaching at Jamison High School since 2005.      
  • Her choreographic credits include various school musical productions and performance nights, the Western Sydney Region Drama/Dance camps, Sydney West Dance Festival and Blue Mountains Dance Festival.
  • She has also performed in many Blue Mountains Musical Society productions including "Cinderella" and "Jesus Christ Superstar". She has been dancing since the age of 5.

Lara Saunders

(Jazz, Funk, Tap, Hip Hop, Zumba®)

  • Lara has been dancing since the age of 3 across a wide variety of styles including physical culture, jazz, tap, ballet, hip hop, salsa, irish and musical theatre.
  • She has been involved in various musicals through Blaxland High School such as "42nd Street", "Fame" & "Back to the 80’s";  and the Blue Mountains Musical Society such as " Brigadoon" and "Paint Your Wagon".
  • She thoroughly enjoys performing, and with a strong passion for dance she is looking forward to sharing this passion with others.
  • Lara completed a social science degree at UWS and is currently studying to be a primary school teacher at Sydney University.

Kathy Gaul

(Contemporary, Ballet/Lyrical, Jazz/Funk, Tap)

Kathy has almost 20 years dance/drama teaching experience and has directed, produced and choreographed fashion parades, cabaret and musical theatre productions.

Qualifications include Bachelor of Arts- Theatre (UNE), Certificate in Dance Teaching (QUT) and Diploma of Modeling and Deportment (MMA).

She is trained in RAD Ballet and LGTDA Tap as well as commercial jazz, contemporary, acrobatics, theatrical bellydance, burlesque, African spiritual and Bollywood styles.

Former students have been accepted to full time courses internationally and have performed in professional companies and productions, including reaching the top 100 in So You Think You Can Dance (season 1).

Trish Quinn

(Private Tuition in Latin, Modern & Old Time Ballroom)

Ø       Originally trained in Ballroom/Latin dancing during the 1970’s with the British Dancing Association.

Ø       Trish teaches timeless modern and classic dances (eg Rumba, Samba, Cha Cha, Jive, Rock and Roll, Waltz, Slow Rhythm, quickstep, old time).

Ø       She uses new and classical music genres to promote a fun atmosphere and teaches dances still used in today’s modern dance world..

Ø       She can (on request) run specific workshops/classes for diverse community needs and at the request of agencies interested in promoting social wellbeing through dance.

Ø       All classes are open to beginners, singles and couples.

Ø       Trish is available for private lessons (for couples) on request.

Emma Joseph

(Jazz/Funk, Hip Hop)

  • Emma has been dancing since the age of 7. She has trained in a number of different styles including Hip Hop, Salsa, Jazz & Contemporary.
  • She recieved honors in Level 6 Jazz exam, completed HSC Dance, and was cast in three different musicals during her school years.
  • Emma has a real passion for choreographing, teaching and performing. She is currently studying a certificate 4 in Performing Arts at Urban Dance Centre in Sydney majoring in dance.
  • Urban Dance Centre specialise in Hip Hop which is Emma's main passion, however the certificate covers all styles of dance including singing and acting.

     Tayla Jarrett      

  (Singing/Music)    

                ·    Tayla has had 11 years of singing lessons and experience. She has completed the AMEB CPM vocal syllabus with Honours, and has  

                       completed up to grade 4 AMEB in piano. In addition to her singing and musical talents, she has also completed up to grade 5 jazz 

                       (honours with distinction) for BAL syllabus.

    ·        Tayla's recent major achievements include being chosen as a featured artist for the 2008 and 2009 Schools Spectacular and for the 2009 Youth Olympics Festival; female vocalist for the PULSE China tour 2009, and gaining 1st place in the National Drama Eisteddfod Opens 2009.

     

    ·         She has participated in numerous musicals with Blue Mountains Musical Society, including playing Eponine in ‘Les Miserables’, and Ursula in ‘Bye Bye Birdie’. In addition, she has been involved in Blaxland High school musicals playing Laurie in ‘Oklahoma’, Sandy in ‘Grease’ and later this year Lucy in ‘Jekyll and Hyde’.

      

 

 Emily Cale

(Yoga)

Emily's training includes Magick Monkey kids yoga in 2007 and Samadhi Yoga (Newtown) teacher training in 2009.

Her teachers have included Katie Manitas (director Samadhi Yoga, Newtown and author of Spiritual Survival In the City), Mother Maya, Mark Whitwell, Rachel Zinman (Ishta Yoga, Byron Bay), Kamala Devi (Sivananda Yoga),  Kim McCormick (Magick Monkey Kids Yoga, Manly), Suraj Kaur, Gurubala Kaur (Kundalini Yoga Australia).

Her experience in yoga is quite diverse, having studied Hatha Vinyasa, Kundalini as well as studying intensively with a Sivanada teacher. She began practicing yoga while still at school in 1995 and has been blessed to have studied and participated in workshops with some amazing teachers.

She is passionate about yoga and its ability to benefit a wide range of ages and abilities physically, mentally and emotionally. Her classes are taught in the Hatha Vinyasa style, linking breath with movement. All classes include asana (postures), pranayama (breathing exercises) and relaxation/meditation . 

Emily teaches beginners through to intermeditate learners and strongly believes all body types are capable and can benefit from the wholistic practice of yoga, enabling people to feel healthy and vibrant.

 

 

    Steve Smith

(Circuit Training, Personal Training)

  • Steve has been involved in the fitness industry for the past 22 years, combining core strength, cardiovascular fitness and muscle toning into his circuit training classes.
  • In 1997 he won the Mr NSW Natural Body Building title, and was a finalist in Mr Australia in the same year.
  • A professional firefighter, steve is passionate about teaching people the benefits of physical fitness and nutrition.
  • Steve brings his experience to Fusion in one on one or small group circuit classes which focus on improving core strength, cardiovascular fitness, muscle tone, weight loss and/or muscle gain without the need for large gym equipment.
  • You can book a session with Steve at your own convenience, and can do as many classes per week as you like. Circuit classes are not limited to the studio, but can also be conducted outside as well so you can appreciate the beauty of nature while you work out.
     

Fiona Arthurson

(Circuit Training, Personal Training, Massage)

  • Fiona is a qualified and registered personal trainer and gym instructor and she completed her certificate III and certificate IV in Fitness and her Diploma of Fitness through the Fitness Institute of Australia.
  • She has also successfully achieved her certificate IV in Massage Therapy Practice and Senior First Aid.
  • Fiona is keen to help you acheive your desired goals whether it be weight loss, improved general fitness, muscle toning and shaping or nutrition education.
  • Fiona is also available for Swedish and Remedial massages.

 

Johnny Ngomeley

  • (African Dance and Fitness)

     

    Johnny Ngomeley is a professional dancer/performer from Tanzania, East Africa. He has served the culture industry for three decades in the music, sports/fitness and the arts industries.
    He has worked with diverse cultural communities and organisations in Australia and abroad, serving as a consultant, mentor, advisor, promoter and cultural educator. Johnny also manages cultural and music events. Through his unique dance and fitness classes Johnny’s abundant passion helps ignite and empower individuals and groups to reach their creative potential in a fun and relaxed way.

    Sensei David Green

    (Karate)

     

    • Sensei David will be instructing the Sunday class and has been teaching GKR karate for over 10 years in Sydney region 2 covering Blaxland.
    • Having trained in other martial arts he finds this style both effective and easy to pickup.
    • Being an instructor gives him the opportunity to teach and help others achieve their personnel goals, and watch them grow in confidence and ability.
    • It is good for co-ordination and fitness and is suitable for all age groups.
    • The mental discipline of martial arts has many benefits that flow through to your normal life.
    • Why not come down and try a training session on Sunday mornings?
            

     

     

     

     

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