Our Dance Teachers

Sam began dancing at 3 years old and always knew she wanted to teach. She completed GCSE and A Level Dance before training full-time in Dance and Musical Theatre at The Margaret Howard Theatre College, gaining ISTD teaching qualifications in Imperial Classical Ballet, Tap Dance, and Modern Theatre Dance.

With over 20 years of teaching experience, Sam has worked in various dance schools and taught in several primary schools across Essex.

In 2017, she completed her Acrobatic Arts certification, further building her skills and knowledge.

Sam loves helping dancers gain confidence, develop strong foundations, and has a very positive & encouraging approach to teaching

As the founder of Thorrington Dance Academy, she started the school to create a friendly, welcoming place for children and adults to learn and enjoy dance.

Zoe grew up dancing from a young age, training in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Modern, Commercial, and Ballroom/Latin. Her passion for dance led her to continue her training at university, where she gained a First Class degree in Musical Theatre from UCC.

Zoe has a strong love for Musical Theatre and has performed in multiple productions, taking on leading roles such as Sandy in Grease and Sleeping Beauty in pantomime. She continues to perform alongside teaching, bringing real-world experience to her classes.

Known for her friendly and bubbly personality, Zoe loves sharing her knowledge, skills, and enthusiasm for dance with her students.

With a First Class BA (Hons) in Dance Education and full Registered Teacher Status with the Royal Academy of Dance, Amy brings both expertise and genuine passion to every class she teaches.

Known for her friendly, warm and encouraging style, she creates an environment where dancers of all ages feel supported, inspired, and confident.

Ballet has been at the centre of her life for as long as she can remember, and she loves sharing that joy through thoughtful, accessible teaching. Whether she’s nurturing young dancers’ imagination or helping adults build strength, elegance, and confidence, her goal is always the same: to help each person believe in themselves and discover the magic of dance.