Hello there and welcome to Rebekah's Dance Academy!

 

My name is Rebekah Berry but my friends call me Berry. I am the owner and founder of Rebekah's Dance Academy with fourteen years experience as a dance practitioner, a Diploma in Dance, a BAHons in Performing Arts, an NVQ in Childcare and Development and a wealth of professional experience in dancing, acting, teaching and childcare. I grew up on Anglesey and have lived on the island for the majority of my life. I am an enthusiastic, positive and sunny person with a great love for both my local community and the art of dance. I wanted to combine these two passions by creating a business that will allow me to have a positive effect on the community whilst being able to build a career doing what I love by bringing fun, fresh, inspiring and engaging classes to the children and adults of North
Wales.

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I have always loved dancing and movement, however I officially started my dance journey at college. When auditioning for a Diploma in Performing Arts, specialising in drama. The head of the course informed me that I had a natural talent for dance and recommended that I specialise in dance instead. This was the single best decision that I have ever made! I completed my Diploma in Performing Arts - Dance with top marks and also received a special certificate for my commitment, dedication and growth as a student and performer.

Whilst at college I also completed a module in dance teaching. This, along with the professional experience that I have had as a teacher, has helped me to understand that being a dance teacher requires more than simply teaching the techniques and choreography. It requires patience, understanding, empathy, positive energy, passion and an ability to adapt your style to fit various types of learners.

After college I went to study Performing Arts at the University of Salford. After completing my BA Hons degree in Performing Arts I stayed in Manchester for a further three years. During those three years I gained experience both as a professional dancer and performing arts teacher working at performance schools for children and young adults.

In addition to my dance training I am also qualified in childcare and child development having completed an NVQ level 3 course whilst working in a local nursery for just over four years. This gives me a unique perspective and an
advantage as a dance teacher as I also have a deep understanding of what children need, benefit from and what will assist in their development and overall health. I know how to engage them and make sure that they really do
get the best out of my workshops.

I am proud to say that I am also a fluent Welsh speaker and so am able to offer workshops and tuition in Welsh, English or a combination of the two. It is my firm belief that everyone has something to gain from dancing, whether
it's :

• Having a fun and interesting way to improve physical fitness and get in shape

• The positive impact it has on mental health

• The social aspect of regularly attending group classes 

 

 

 

 

There are so many benefits to dancing, regardless of your skill level or age.    

                     

 

                    

                                ​So what are you waiting for? Time for a boogie with Berry!