BA (Hons), MA, AIDTA, QTS, ANATD, RAD RTSOther qualifications - Progressing Ballet Technique, Konga- The Jungle Body, Mental Health Champion, Anatomy + Physiology of Childhood Development, Fascia Release Therapy, Psychological First Aid, Children's Yoga Teacher. 

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Pippa started dancing at the age of 5 in many dance styles.  After years of classes, exams and performances, Pippa opted for GCSE and A-level Dance and went on to study a degree in Dance Practice and Performance at Wolverhampton University.  Whilst there, Pippa began working as a Dance Coach and taught in many schools.  She also continued classes and took her IDTA Dance Teaching qualification gaining 98%!  During Pippa's third year at University, she worked as a Dance Teacher at a secondary school in Harrow and started teaching in the private sector.

Pippa graduated in 2010 and was then successful in gaining a place to complete her Graduate Teacher Programme in West Berkshire, which she gained 'Outstanding' and Qualified Teacher Status in 2011.  Pippa then went on to teach in various secondary schools as a Dance and Drama teacher and then Head of Dance and then started her role as Head of Creative Arts in Barnet in 2016. Whilst teaching Pippa has also completed her Excellent Teachers' Course and gained a Masters in Education in 2014.

Over the years, Pippa has formed many partnerships including The Royal Ballet School, English National Ballet and Royal Academy of Dance to name a few.  Pippa is proud of her students who have gone on to study Dance at University or Dance College.  She also values the importance that dance has on mental health and takes part in regular training in this area.

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Pippa has always continued performing and choreographing locally alongside her career and also taught GCSE Dance privately for many years.  She is passionate about CPD and you can normally find her training for something!  It was always Pippa's dream to start a Dance school and she is very passionate about the future of Pips!

Fun Fact: I have a 10ft gorilla in my garden!

AIDTA, ANATD

After many years of dancing, Scott completed his professional training at Phil Winston's Theatreworks in Blackpool.  Since 2010 he has worked extensively in the commercial dance and theatre industry, working with many artists and creatives including Rihanna, Anastacia and Take That to global brands like Lynx and Coca Cola.

Theatre and Live show credits include: Anton and Erin's U.K tours (2014 -2018), Rip It Up (UK Tours 2017 and 2018), Remembering Fred (UK Tours 2017 and 2018), Simply Gershwin (UK Tour), Olympic and Paralympic Closing Ceremonies, Dance Nation (UK Tour). 

Recent TV and Film Credits include: Men In Black 4 (Release in 2019), Festival of Remembrance 2017 (BBC), Peter Kay's Car Share (BBC), Walking On Sunshine (Vertigo Films), The Voice of Ireland series 1 and 2 (RTE). 

Commercial Shoots include: Just Dance Live 2018, Lynx Cool Campaign, Burberry Christmas Advert 2016.

As Director and Lead Choreographer Scott produced the spectacular dance show 'Once Upon a Time' starring Kai & Nadiya from Strictly Come Dancing.  As Associate Choreographer, Scott has worked with Anton Du Beke on his show 'Putting on the Glitz' for Peel Productions, Natalie Lowe's 'Dreamlover' for P&O and for Anton and Erin's 10th Anniversary tour 'Broadway to Hollywood'. 

Other projects include Paralympic Torch Relay tour (choreographer), Jingle Bell Christmas at the Royal Albert Hall 2015-2017 (Assistant choreographer), 'Elysium' and 'Life' for Celebrity Cruises (associate choreographer) and Aladdin Pantomime at Worthing Pavilion for PHA 2018 (choreographer).

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Alongside Scott's extensive performing career, he is a qualified dance teacher with IDTA and has taught widely in the professional fields as well as in many primary and secondary schools.

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Fun Fact - I am the best cat daddy!

Eva started performing at the age of 3 and has never looked back.  At the age of 16 Eva joined the Jackie Palmers Academy and trained for two years to achieve a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts. 

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In 2019 Eva then furthered her training at Performers College before she attended The Brighton Academy where she achieved a First Class Honours Degree in Musical Theatre.

Credits include: ‘Martha Cox’ in High School Musical (The Brighton Academy), ‘Helen/Ensemble’ in Carrie (The Brighton Academy) and Dance Captain for Pippin, Urinetown and Carrie (The Brighton Academy).

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Fun Fact: I jumped out of a plane for charity!

Maisie has been dancing and performing from the age of three. After graduating from London Studio Centre in 2021, with a First Class Honours Degree in Dance and musical theatre, she started her first cruise contract as a Dancer, with The Royal Court Theatre Company.  Maisie loved dancing and performing at sea which led her to complete another two contracts at sea, with Headliners Theatre Company, on board P&O- The Azura. In between her time working on cruise ships Maisie performed as an ensemble dancer, at the Rhyl Pavilion Theatre, in her first Pantomime - Aladdin, With UK Productions.  

Her other credits include, Diana Morales , Chorus line (Pleasance Theatre) Becky, Waitress (Pleasance Theatre) Liz, Chicago (New Wimbledon Theatre) 

Maisie has worked on several corporate events, as a showgirl and for many hiphop and commercial projects, working with Nicki Trow and Rebecca Howell.

Dance and musical theatre is Maisie’s absolute world and passion, and she thrives off of working with younger dancers and watching them chase their dreams!

Ella-Grace started dancing at the age of 3 at a local dance school.  At 13 she gained a place and a Musical Theatre Scholarship at Tring Park School for the Performing Arts where she studied until she was 18.  She then furthered her training at Arts Educational Schools, Chiswick before gaining a place on the Degree Course at The Urdang Academy studying Dance and Musical Theatre in 2016.  Ella-Grace graduated from The Urdang Academy in June 2019 with a First Class Honours Degree and was awarded ‘Student of the Year’ at her Graduation. 

Credits include: ‘Jan’ in Grease (Royal Caribbean), ‘Secretary/Ensemble’ in Chaplin: the Musical (workshop), ‘Julie Sanders’ in Bad Girls (The Urdang Academy).

Ella-Grace has taught for over 10 years and continues to enjoy teaching many different styles of dance as well as Musical Theatre, Acting and Singing.

Jodie has been dancing and performing from the age of three. At the age of nine, she earned a place at Tring Park School for the Performing Arts, where she trained full-time until she was 17. She then continued her training at The Urdang Academy, graduating with a Diploma in Dance and Musical Theatre.Shortly after graduating in 2023 she had the incredible opportunity to perform as a production dancer with Celebrity Cruises, touring across Southeast Asia. Her other credits include: Dick Whittington (2022) – Ensemble / Understudy Fairy Bowbells, Evolution Productions, dir. Paul Hendy. Marvel: Age of Ultron (2014) – School Girl Extra, Marvel Studios, dir. Joss WhedonThe Nutcracker (2013) – Party Child / Mouse, The English National Ballet, dir. Tamara RojoJodie feels incredibly lucky to do what she loves, and is just as passionate about sharing that knowledge and experience with younger generations.

Eden started dancing at the age of two enrolling into Ballet classes along with Tap, Jazz and Modern, taking graded exams in ISTD/RAD syllabus. While achieveing her Level 3 Performing Arts Extended Diploma at A&W college, Eden found her love for Street Dance learning many different styles such as Breaking, Locking, Waaking, Krump and House. She gained much success going forward to compete at a high level of Street Dance across the UK and Scotland with renowned east London based hip hop crew IMD Legion created by choreographer Omar Ansah-Awuah.  

Eden loves performing has experienced many great opportunities to perform in London including; Move It convention (XL London) I Am Bad ( 02 Indigo Greenwich) Up Front (229 Great Portland St) Avant Garde presents Collabo ( Stratford Circus Arts Centre). 

TV credits include; Big School (BBC) All About The Mckenzie’s (ITV) Little Big Shots (ITV) X Factor (ITV) & More! 

Eden has spent the last 10 years sharing her love of dance delivering dance education in schools and enjoys watching students develop their confidence, self esteem and resilience.

Delia lives in Marlow with her husband and two children.  She was born into Show Business with her parents performing as acrobats.  She trained as a contortionist, dancer and aerial silks performer in London.  She has since performed in theatre, television and corporate events both in the UK and worldwide. 

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Her highlights were touring with Take That, Sir Elton John, dance group Diversity, The Royal Variety Performance and performing with her sister doing aerial acrobatics with ‘Hugh Jackman’ for the opening of The Brit Awards -‘The Greatest Showman’.

Delia has been teaching acrobatics and aerial for over 20 years and is also the director of her own circus entertainment company Du Sol Productions.  Delia loves teaching at Pips and inspiring the next generation.

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Fun Fact: I can drink wine upside down in a back bend!

I started dancing at the age of two and joined pips in 2020 when I was 11.

Since joining Pips I had the opportunity to compete at Dance world cup for team England, as well as many performance opportunities such as Move it.

I left pips as a student this year to continue my training as a dancer at London Studio Centre and hoping to pursue a career as a professional dancer once I graduate.

I’m so excited to now help teach and inspire the next generation of young dancers!!

Fun fact- Me and Pippa were bridesmaids together at my aunties wedding

Charlotte has been dancing and performing since she was 3 including graded examinations with the ISTD in Ballet, Tap and Modern. At the age of 7 she joined Hillingdon Musical Society and continues to perform and choreograph for them now.She recently graduated Durham University with a 2:1 in Biological Sciences where she was a dancer, choreographer and captain for their national team competing in Tap, Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical, Contemporary and Commercial. Her choreography won 5 national trophies for the team. She is now looking forward to completing her DDE! She has been with Pips since she was 16 and is looking forward to inspiring the next generation of Pips Dancers

I started dancing with Pips in 2020 doing all styles and was Head Girl. I am now studying a degree in Musical Theatre at Creative Academy.  Thanks to Pippa and Pips Dance Academy I achieved my Associate Dance Teacher qualification in street and love teaching.  The opportunities are endless!

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Fun Fact: I met Chris Hemsworth (Thor) when I was in Australia!!

Grace studied for four years at Paul McCartney’s Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts, graduating with a BA (Hons) in Dance & Performing Arts. During her training, she performed in The Dolly touring show and gained valuable teaching experience at dance schools across Liverpool.
Following graduation, Grace’s professional career took her to Disneyland Paris, where she secured a role as a dancer — an exciting opportunity that allowed her to perform and develop her skills in a world-renowned entertainment environment.

After taking some time away from the industry to raise her young family, Grace is now delighted to be back doing what she loves. She has recently qualified as a STOTT PILATES instructor, adding another dimension to her knowledge of movement, strength and wellbeing.

Grace is thrilled to be back teaching the lovely students at Pips and looks forward to sharing her passion, energy and love of dance with them.

Sophie is 16 years old and has been dancing since she was 2 years old.  Sophie started by only doing ballet, but since joining Pips in August 2020, she has grown a love for many other styles.  At Pips she does street, jazz, production, contemporary and triple threat.  She adores all her lessons.  

As well as dancing Sophie enjoys spending time with family and friends and plays netball.  Sophie is happy to be Pips Head Girl for a second year and continue as Head of Perform House. 

Hey my name is India and I am super excited to be an ambassador again this year. I’m in year 10 and  love being part of the pips community . Dance has always been a safe space for me to forget about all the things that stress me out and to come and do what I love. I am very excited to see what this year brings!

When I am older I want to be a play specialist in a children's hospital. 

An elite jazz dance instructor based out of London, England.  

My goals within dance education are to spread the word of the safe and scientific approach of Jazz Dance technique whilst appreciating and honouring the stylistic qualities founded by the pioneers of Jazz Dance.  

For years now, I have worked closely with Safe and Smart dance education pioneers Rosina Andrews and Samuel Downing.  I make sure to use the knowledge I gain from working with them to influence every decision of my stylistic and choreographic work.  

Recent professional work includes Assistant Movement Captain in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child London and Ensemble in Bugsy Malone UK Tour.

Elicia is 16 years old and has been dancing since she was 3.  Her favourite dance styles are street and jazz, but she also dances tap, contemporary, production and ballet.

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She loves being a Pips student as it's fun, inclusive and always full of opportunities.  Elicia is bubbly and enthusiastic and is really looking forward to taking on the role of Deputy Head Girl again.

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Fun Fact: I performed in a dance show in Spain when I was younger.

Hi, I’m Belle, and I am 13 years old. I have been dancing at Pips for four years. I am so excited to be an ambassador this year, as dance has given me such a sense of freedom, and I am so pleased to have the opportunity to share that with others.

Fun fact: I am the middle child by only 11 minutes!

Hi! My name is Poppy and I’m super excited to be an ambassador this year! I’m in Year 9 and am 14 years old. 

I take part in contemporary, street, acro, lyrical/jazz and am doing the GCSE course this year at Pips. My favourite memory at Pips is going to Move It and taking part in classes there!

I’m really looking forward to being an ambassador this year! I can’t wait to meet and work with you all, and see how we can grow and develop together! 

Fun fact: I can hold a headstand for five minutes!

Ella is sixteen years old and has been dancing at Pips since 2023. Her favourite classes at Pips are Triple Threat and Street. She has been doing musical theatre since she was six and played Katherine Howard in Six Teen Edition this summer during the Pips Summer Project!

Musical Theatre has always been Ella’s favourite thing to do as she loves to sing and dance - she wants to be something to do with it in the future! Ella is so excited to be part of the Pips Committee again this year, and more recently, co-deputy head girl with Elicia!

Fun Fact: She has two dogs named Poch and Oakley!

Hi my name is Maisy and this is my first year being an ambassador at Pips. I am currently in Year 7 and I do five Pips classes a week. I have been at Pips for two years and I have always loved it. It is such a fun and friendly dance school. I cannot wait to help everyone at Pips and contribute all of my ideas.

Amanda is a CIPD-qualified Human Resources Manager with a background in Operations Management. As a Mental Health First Aider, she is passionate about promoting  wellbeing and creating environments where people can thrive.

Amanda is a busy mum of three who thrives in fast-paced, lively environments.

You will occasionally see Amanda on site welcoming children into class

Melanie is a CIMA qualified accountant and works as an ERPx Systems Manager at The Alan Turing Institute.  She is a Medical and Mental Health First Aider.

Melanie is a devoted mother to Kalen and Jaxon and splits her time between being a dance mum and a football mum!  You might see her on a Monday evening at the senior dance classes.

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Melanie loves getting stuck into the Pips admin!

Carly has a degree in Early Years and Professional Practice.  She is also fully trained in safeguarding, SEN and first aid.  She works full time for her local council.

Carly is a mum to her daughter, Elsie who has moved onto dance college but still finds time to dance at Pips, and her son Oliver.

You will usually see Carly at the front of house at PIPS, welcoming the children into their dance classes and dismissing them after class.  She also helps out during the classes, to support the younger children.

Carly loves working here at Pips Dance Academy.