Principle AISTD (Dip) RAD TC RTS
I began dancing at the age of three at Florence Draper, a well-known local dance school celebrated for its exceptional tap work.
At fifteen, I joined the Marie Colebrook School of Dance to pursue my dream of becoming a dance teacher. Under the expert guidance of Penny Lazenby for Tap and Modern and Penny Overton for Ballet, I honed my skills and developed my passion for teaching.
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With their invaluable support, I achieved full teaching qualifications in 1985 with the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dance in both Tap and Modern. I also earned the Associate and Associate Diploma qualifications, now known as the DDI and DDE. Additionally, I am certified with the Royal Academy of Dance in Ballet.
During my youth, I participated in numerous shows and local dance festivals, earning awards throughout my competitive journey.
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Today, I find immense joy in watching my students achieve their personal goals and grow in confidence through their performances, festival successes, and exam results. I also have pleasure in being a freelance tap teacher to schools within the local area.
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I also enjoy welcoming former students back to the school during their college breaks to share their experiences and provide insight into the world of full-time dance training.
Guest Teacher
AISTD (DDE)
Charlotte Murphy (Turrell), dancer and choreographer hails from Grimsby where her dance and musical theatre training started at the age of 4. Growing up in Grimsby she took part in local, Regional & National Festivals, Exams and Shows including Professional Pantomimes.
Following on from this Charlotte attended Laine Theatre Arts in London where she
graduated with a National Diploma in Dance and Musical Theatre. While at Laine Charlotte performed in numerous productions and at events such as the FA Cup Final at Wembley Stadium in 2012.
Her passion for travel & performance took Charlotte to the seas where she performed on multiple cruise vessels around the world from 2012 to 2018, During this time her onboard roles ranged from Dancer, Singer/Dancer, Dance Captain & Resident Director for a touring production cast across multiple vessels.
Returning to the UK Charlotte completed her ISTD Modern, Tap & Ballet teaching
qualifications as well as being a fully qualified Acrobatic Arts and Progressive Ballet
Technique teacher.
Charlotte now teaches full time children from the age of 18 months right up to adults
preparing them for exams, shows, competitions and festivals.
When not teaching, Charlotte also works as supporting cast on shows such as Hollyoaks & Emmerdale as well as a guest teacher in numerous Dance Schools/Colleges.
Dance Coach
With over 18 years of experience in the dance industry, I am passionate about sharing my love of dance with students off all ages and skill levels.
As a qualified dance coach, I specialise in specific styles, e.g. ballet, tap and fostering both technical skills with artistic expression in my students.
My journey with dance began at an early age, where I discovered the joy of movement and creativity.
Over the years, I have had the opportunity of performing on various stages, competing in numerous competitions, and collaborating with many talented artists from different backgrounds.
This diverse experience has enriched my teaching approach, allowing me to adapt my methods to suit each dancer's unique style and goals.
In my coaching sessions, I emphasise the importance of technique, confidence, and teamwork.
I believe that dance is not just about mastering steps; it’s about telling a story and connecting with others.
My goal is to create a supportive and inspiring environment where every student feels valued and motivated to reach their full potential.
I have been studying at Grimsby University, and this is my third and final year here. Prior to this, I completed three years of college, where I earned my FDA in Performing Arts at levels 4 and 5, graduating in 2024. I am currently working towards to achieve my Level 6 graduate status in 2025. This program has been instrumental in teaching me not only how to educate younger students but also in providing an understanding of how the performing arts industry operates.