Erica brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to The Performance Studio, combining her extensive training as a professional performer and ballet teacher with tertiary qualifications in both Psychological Science and Exercise & Sports Science. This unique blend of artistic excellence and scientific understanding allows her to nurture students with a holistic approach to training, supporting both their technical development and overall wellbeing.
Erica holds an Advanced Diploma in Performing Arts from ED5 and is a registered Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) Ballet teacher, having completed the Certificate in Ballet Teaching Studies with the Royal Academy of Dance. With over 18 years of dance experience, she has taught students of all ages and abilities across a wide range of dance styles, and is known for her versatility, enthusiasm and willingness to embrace every new challenge.
Her professional performance credits include dancing as a backup performer for Delta Goodrem and The Veronicas, appearing on The Voice, Dance Boss and in television advertisements, performing Bollywood dance with Bollywood Sensations, and dancing with the Imperial Russian Ballet in The Nutcracker.
Erica’s Bachelor degrees in Psychological Science and Exercise & Sports Science give her an added understanding of how students learn, move and grow. She loves combining this knowledge with her performing and teaching experience to help every student build strong technique, confidence and a genuine love of dance, while creating a positive and supportive classroom where everyone feels encouraged to do their best.