OUR TEACHERS
Our teachers make our dance world go round
At age 4, Nicholas began his journey towards a professional career in dance. Passionate about Contemporary & Lyrical Dance his impressive work ethic and athletic skills have seen him develop into a powerful Artist. After many years of honing his skills in various genres he was accepted into the prestigious Victorian College of the Arts secondary School (VCASS) in Melbourne where he studied 2010-2012. At age 17 he was awarded 1st place at the Australian Choreographic Competition for a contemporary work he developed and choreographed on 3 peers.
Nic Maguire
Maddisyn Ochse
Maddisyn Ochse began her dance journey at the age of four in Minto, NSW, starting with the basics of Tap, Jazz, and Ballet. Her passion for dance grew, so did her training, encompassing a wide range of styles including Musical Theatre, Acro, Jazz, Tap, Cabaret, Hip Hop, Contemporary, and many more. Within her years of training has been lucky enough to perform in the Wizard of Oz; The Arena Show (Brisbane, 2019), Dancing CEO’s Charity event, Promotional Videos and numerous music videos.
Shane started dancing at the age of 5 learning mainstream commercial pop style dance inspired by Michael Jackson and Backstreet Boys – as most young kids in the 90’s.
Shane started formal training at age 16 in Street Styles (Hip-Hop), Jazz, Contemporary & Ballet and in 2010 achieved Intermediate Certificate (Distinction) in RAD Ballet. Shane is also skilled in Aerial Silks and is a Blackbelt in Taekwondo….so best not to mess with him!
Shane Dechavez
Eva Laing
Eva Laing has been involved in dance from a very young age and has trained under the mentorship of Taneikah Wescombe at The House of Sole for 11 years. Throughout her time at Sole, Eva Laing has received titles competing in the Australian and international crew scene, including: Expialidopest (2018), Baby Sole Fam Dancers Paradise (Mexico) Team (2019) and Vivid (2022). Eva Laing has recently pursued her love for teaching dance after partaking in the Hip Hop “Upskill” Teacher Mentorship Program with Taneikah throughout 2020 and 2021. Eva Laing has also co-directed her own competition team and regularly performs at dance gigs in Brisbane.
Thomas Eynstone-Hinkins started training at the age of 10 in Hip hop, Contemporary, Ballet, Jazz, Commercial and Breakdance.
Thomas Eynstone-Hinkins completed his Cert II, Cert IV and Diploma in Elite dance training and has worked extensively overseas on cruise ships.
Thomas Eynstone-Hinkins is a very positive snd enthusiastic person that loves to share his passion with everyone! Hope to see more come along for a boogie down on the Gold Coast with Thomas as his classes are ones not to be missed.
Thomas Eynstone-Hinkins
Denzal Van Uitregt
Denzal is a street dancer and teacher born in Brisbane. He started dancing before he was two by watching his Oma dancing to Michael Jackson’s music. He has attended various dance schools from Yr 1 to Yr 12 from Fitness and Dance to Gold levels in ballroom dancing.
After high school he competed a certificate 4 in Dance at Raw Dance Company. The same year, he won the Australian Championships in Just Dance at Sydney EB Expo and competed in the Just Dance World Cup in Paris.
Mya Grant teaches our Online Jazz class on a Friday afternoon, she has been dancing from the age of 3 specialising in all things jazz and hiphop. Throughout the years she has fallen in love with performing and teaching the magic of dance to others. She is currently completing her Cert IV in dance teaching and management through the Australian Dance institute. She has had experience in professional choreography and performances for institutions like Sydney World Pride and Disney musical productions.
Mya Grant
Jade Brider
Jade(she/her) is a freelance dancer practitioner, clown and visual artist who founded VOiiiD Collective at the beginning of 2022. Currently based on Meanjin Country, she has an ever-growing inquisitiveness towards multidisciplinary performance and collaborating with an extensive range of artists.
Nikita (Kita)started dance when she was 13 and fell completely in love with the sport. As she grew older she developed a passion for teaching and helping others achieve their goals and completed her certificate IV in dance teaching and business management throughout high school. She was awarded many academic and merit awards for dance as well as receiving accolades for graduating top of her class.
Kita Mason
Lauren Sherlock
Lauren is a dance artist, choreographer and dance teacher based in Brisbane. In 2016 she graduated from Queensland University of Technology with a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance Performance) and a Royal Academy of Dance Teacher’s Accreditation. In 2017 she completed a Bachelor of Arts Honours (Dance) at LINK Dance Company in Western Australia, and performed in “Ad Infinitum” by Michael Whaites and Sue Peacock and “Skinless” by Carmelo Segura nationally and internationally on tour in France.
From a young age, Mercedes loved dancing, singing and performing. After training in various styles throughout her schooling years, she knew she wanted to continue on a creative path. She completed her Diploma of Musical Theatre with RAW Dance company in 2017 where she performed several roles such as Mary Poppins (Mary Poppins) and Queenie (A Wild Party). Throughout this time, she began to develop a keen interest in teaching, working with local studios in Brisbane teaching multiple genres including ballet, jazz, hip hop, tap, contemporary and musical theatre.
Mercedes Woodrow
Kala Bailey - Assistant Teacher
Kala is one of our relief teachers and dance supporters in various classes. Kala is an example of what people can do with disabilities. Even though Kala is legally blind, she has been dancing since 2015. During this time she has spent 3 years volunteering and being mentored by SheruBharadwaja.
Bonnie Kirkpatrick has studied a Bachelor of Entertainment Industries with a minor in Performance, Events and Festivals and Public Relations.
She developed a passion for dance from a young age and has danced at Moves Dance Studio and MnB Entertainment.
Bonnie Kirkpatrick -Assistant Teacher
Abigail Moss - Dance Assistant Teacher
Abigail began dancing at the age of six and has been passionate about dance ever since. With a strong love for movement, Abigail strives to share her passion with others through teaching. Dance has always been an important part of her life.
Abigail completed her Certificate IV in Dance throughout high school and is a graduate of Queensland University of Technology (QUT), where she earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance.
Mel Davis began dancing at age 5 starting with Tap followed closely by Jazz and Ballet.
Later in life she discovered Contemporary at University at QUT and loved the Barefoot Freedom. Mel has taught in schools, dance studios and gyms loving to pass on her passion for dance. She has danced, instructed and worked backstage on large productions including Cirque du Soleil and Dragone. Whether performing or supporting performers the love of music and movement are a constant positive motivation. Mel has taught for the Madeline Stuart Dance Company for almost 2 years and enjoys working with the students immensely. Looking forward to an Amazing Show!
Mel Davis - Assistant Teacher
Brandon Cheng - Assistant Teacher
My name is Brandon I am an Assistant Teacher for the Madeline Stuart Dance Company, I have been a dancer since I was 19 years old with the Madeline Stuart Dance Company. I was in the opening ceremony as a performer at the Gold Coast commonwealth games in 2018, in 2026 I represented Australia in the Special Ability & Special Olympics Hip Hop at the ICU World Championships in Florida USA. I have such a positive smile and very positive and enthusiastic person that loves to help people where I can and make them feel welcome!
Jasmine started dancing at the age of 3 and trained to advance levels in RAD Ballet with The Macarthur Ballet and Dance Studio under the direction of Joanne Simms.
Jasmine performed with the Sydney City Youth Ballet Company in their 2011 production of Cinderella under the direction of Tanya Pearson. She has also performed with Woftam Productions in Phantom of the Opera and Hyperspace. Along with performing and choreographing with Youngstars2.com in various shows from 2017 to 2020 across Australia.
Jasmine Robinson - Assistant Teacher
Tia Fonua - Assistant Teacher
Tia Fonua began dancing at the age of four and trains at Conroy Dance Centre, focusing on jazz, ballet, tap, hip hop, contemporary, and lyrical.
She is a passionate performer who loves sharing her knowledge and inspiring other dancers. She has had incredible performance opportunities, including performing at Disney Springs in Orlando and aboard Utopia of the Seas cruise ship.