Our Classes...
Sarah Royle
Principal
Sarah started dancing at the age of 7 taking ISTD Grades Modern, Tap and Ballet Taking part in competitions, shows, charity events, pantomimes, exams and other events.
Achievements & Qualifications
ISTD DDI Level 3 Diploma in Dance Instruction
ISTD DDE Level 4 Dance Diploma in Dance Education
BA(hons) Dance Degree (LJMU) specialising in choreography, performance and teaching dance, (Contemporary, Jazz, Ballet)
Alixa Flexibility Course - Module 1 & 2
Completed Health & Safety, Life Span and all teaching Observations (Contextual Studies)
Modern Grade 3 - Intermediate
Tap Grade 2 - Advanced 1
Dance/Entertaining company Octopus Entertainment which toured Asia dancing, acting, singing and modelling in films, television shows, music videos, advert's, weddings and many other events
Sarah has over 15 years of experience working with students of all ages. Sarah's ethos is to give all students the skills to grow in confidence in and outside of the dance school.
Sarah has guided and mentored hundreds of students over the years and is always working and training to keep up her knowledge of dance. Sarah enjoys training, learning the science behind dance and is always educating herself through many different platforms
Yasmine Amiss
Advanced Acro Teacher
Professional Profile
Professionally trained at, Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts, Barbican, London.
Graduated 2014, Trinity 3 year Diploma in Performing Arts.
Key Skills
Aerial: Hoop, Silks, Spanish Web, Net
Acrobat: Tumbling – forwards & backwards walkovers, front and back handsprings, back somersaults Aerials, Handstands, Acro floor, Partner work (Base and Flyer)
Dancer: Jazz, Contemporary, Commercial, Ballet, Ballet Point work, Tap, Musical Theatre.
Vocal Range: Alto/Mezzo
Other: Fire body burning, Fire Poi, Fire Breathing, Stilt Walking, Angel Grinding.
Teaching Skills: Dance Teacher, Acrobatic Arts Teacher qualified Level 1, Aerial Teacher
Management Skills: Dance Captain, Rehearsal Director, Entertainment Manager, Choreographer.
Jemma Dunne
Commercial, Contemporary & Comp Team Teacher
Jemma graduated from both Nazene Danielle & Rare Studio Liverpool gaining both her Diploma in Dance Instruction and a Level 3 Btec in Performing Arts.
Jemma has trained to a high level of Advanced 1 in ISTD Tap, Ballet and Modern theatre.
Since graduating she has performed in many places such as LA, Maldives, New York and Bermuda just to name a few. She has also had appearances on the BBC One Show and Americas Got Talent.
She’s very passionate about her craft and the development of the younger generation through her experience.
Jemma can’t wait to get started and work with all the gorgeous students at Sarah Royle School of Dance.
Fleur Kiernan
ISTD Exam Tap Teacher
Fleur started dancing at the age of 3. Studying all genres completing exams in ALLIED primary-grade 4 along with ISTD TAP grade 3-advanced 1, ISTD Modern grade 3-intermediate and ISTD Ballet.
Fleur completed her GCSE dance with a distinction moving onto study the professional dance program at Cronton college. Fleur received a UAL level 3 extended diploma in performing and production arts with a Distinction.
As Fleur’s love and passion continued to grow for dance, Fleur then became a teacher, whilst studying at Studio10, dance and drama.
Fleur completed her DDE (ISTD) Modern and Tap teaching exams with a level 4 diploma in dance education with Tap dance and Modern theatre.
Fleur is now teaching at local schools in the North West, teaching tap, modern lyrical & contemporary. Fleur has a 100% pass rate with all merits and distinctions for all her past and present students.
Anya Knowles
Ballet, Modern, Tap, Commercial, contemporary & acro teaching assistant
Anya trained with SRSD until she was 16 years old and was a huge part of the school. Competing in solo, group and championship competitions around the UK, representing SRSD.
Anya is now in her second year of NDDD Dance college and is continuing her training to fulfil her career as a dancer and teacher. Anya is currently studying DDE Modern & Tap and has completed her intermediate and advanced 1 level examinations in both.
Anya is also studying IDTA Ballet and has just taken her intermediate RAD examination and is studying Ballet closely at college.
Anya is full of fresh new ideas and has years of experience working alongside and assisting Miss Sarah.
Ashleigh Bradbury
Administrative Assistant
Ashleigh is an ex Contemporary Dance Teacher at Sarah Royle School of Dance and now has a role in administration.
Ashleigh assists with all of the behind the scenes running of the school and is involved in the organisation of shows and events.
Ashleigh holds a 1st Class Honours Degree in Contemporary Dance Performance. She is also qualified in Acrobatic Arts, Women's Artistic Gymnastics (Level 1 & Level 2) and Pre School Gymnastics.
She adores working for SRSD, and seeing the school expand. She loves to see the children progress at each show and to be so heavily involved in the organisation of the school
Lucy Griffiths
Competition Choreographer for solos
Lucy is in her second year of training at dance college in Liverpool at NDDD. Lucy is one of SRSD's home grown students and started training with the school at age 2.
Lucy is working towards her DDE's in both Modern and Tap and has recently taken her intermediate and advanced 1 level examinations, in Modern & Tap with the ISTD Governing Body.
Lucy is also studying IDTA Ballet and has taken her intermediate examination recently.
Lucy has a love and passion for choreography and was Miss Sarah's main teaching assistant when she attended SRSD. Lucy will be choreographing solo competition routines this year and is looking forward to create more amazing routines with her fresh new ideas from NDDD!
Danielle Jones
Junior Acro
Danni has danced with SRSD since the beginning and particularly enjoyed Ballet, Pointe, contemporary and Acro.
During this time she also trained as a gymnast, competing at county level for floor and vault and at English tumbling competitions.
Danni is currently studying at college with an ambition to pursue astrophysics but has maintained a strong interest in her dance and gymnastics and is now a fully qualified level 1 coach.
Danni is so excited to come back to SRSD, as a member of staff after graduating from the school in July 2022.
Vicky O'Brien
Ballet & Commercial Teacher
Vicky started dancing at the very young age of 2, at an Comhdhail Irish classes. Vicky took all her pre teaching exams by age of 17.
Vicky knew from a young age that teaching was her passion and took to syllabus classes in Ballet, Tap and Modern. Alongside training in classes such as musical theatre, drama and singing lessons.
Vicky moved to the UK at to study her DDE’s (ISTD) teachers training in Ballet, Tap, Modern, Disco and Street Dance. Along with LAMDA teacher qualifications for drama at Studio 10 in Liverpool.
Vicky trained at Studio 10 for 4 years and currently teaches at other schools in Liverpool and Widnes.
Vicky is excited to work with all our talented students and wants to really challenge them to aim for the highest possible mark they can achieve in their upcoming ISTD examinations.
Miss Vicky is also trained with little movers and also teaches baby and toddler classes in Warrington.
Jeanette Royle
Assistant & First Aid Support
Miss Jeanette is now retired and volunteers her time to assist the school, students and staff and loves helping out on a Saturday morning with the younger students. This also includes helping with exams, shows, events and competitions.
Key skills; Worked in Primary Schools as a Facility Manager for 5 years and an Asset Manager within PFI High Schools for 13 years, meeting with Head Teachers to discuss building concerns. Health, safety and compliance audits were shared with schools. A Governance role reporting quarterly to the Board of Directors. This experience supports the school with risk assessments and compliance.
Miss Jeanette has a Chaperone licence and an enhanced DBS, is a Primary School Governor and has completed training in Safeguarding, First Aid and Health & Safety.
Violet Anderson
Head girl
Teaching Assistant
I have been training at Sarah Royle School of Dance since I was 8 years old and I have loved it ever since! I am very grateful for the training ive received from my amazing teachers and for the opportunities I’m provided with, such as: annual shows, workshops, various prestigious competitions and training with istd since I joined from which I have reached intermediate level in ballet, tap and modern gaining distinctions in my recent grade 6 exams.
I have also enjoyed volunteering with several of the younger classes since I was 11 years old. I am beyond thankful for everything SRSD has taught me and I hope to continue my training further at dance college and hopefully fulfill my dream of becoming a dancer!
Melody Ratcliffe
Deputy Head girl
Teaching Assistant
Hi my name is Melody and I began my training at Sarah Royle at the age of 10. In my time at Sarah Royle, I have been so lucky to have experienced many proud moments and achievements, and I have gained the most amazing skills, friends and memories.
Among some of my achievements are distinctions in all of my intermediate exams, successfully auditioning for Dane Bates Inspiro company and the Mission Inspire Elite Company. I also reached the UKDCC champion of champion finals and came 3rd overall in Jazz. Furthermore, I am so grateful for the opportunities I have had in assisting with the younger classes and even choreographing for the SRSD in house comp. I recognise how important this is in extending my own skills and experience, helping me reach my dream future as a dancer.
I am beyond grateful for the medals, trophies and examinations I have worked towards, but most importantly for our supportive dance family, the inspiring teachers and countless memories.
