Vanessa Mowbray
Principal
September 2017
After eight years of teaching dance in North London & Hertfordshire I have decided to move closer to my family home and set up my very own school. Whilst living just outside of London I have been blessed to work with some of the industry's finest, from Examiners, Choreographers & West End Professionals to Agents, Casting Directors and more. I have had the privilege to learn from the best and hope to pass on my knowledge to the next generation of young dancers.
I started dancing at the age of four at The Marcia Jones School of Dance in Beeston, where I attended classes in ISTD Ballet, Tap, Modern & Disco/Freestyle. At the age of eighteen I moved to Watford to pursue a three-year Musical Theatre and Teacher Training course at the Margaret Howard Theatre College, graduating with a National Diploma in Musical Theatre and a MHTC Teacher Training Diploma. I also completed my teaching qualifications in ISTD Ballet, Tap and Modern Theatre at DDE level and recently attended the ISTD's first ever Graduation to collect my certificates. Whilst at College I was asked to teach various classes for the College Principal in her Theatre School and in my third year became a permanent member of the team. Since leaving the College in 2011 I have been teaching classes at various Schools around Hertfordshire from baby ballet to Advanced 2 Modern and Tap.
My passion has always been to teach dance. From a young age I have always wanted to be a dance teacher. Watching a child skip for the first time, seeing their eyes light up when they receive their exam certificates or seeing the great friendships form in a dance class are just some of the reasons why I teach DANCE!
I thank everybody for their continued support, whether it is bringing your child to current classes, having brought your child and have now moved on, or just liking our Facebook and Instagram, every part helps VJSD to grow and I can continue doing what I love.
Thank you
Vanessa x
Principal
September 2017
After eight years of teaching dance in North London & Hertfordshire I have decided to move closer to my family home and set up my very own school. Whilst living just outside of London I have been blessed to work with some of the industry's finest, from Examiners, Choreographers & West End Professionals to Agents, Casting Directors and more. I have had the privilege to learn from the best and hope to pass on my knowledge to the next generation of young dancers.
I started dancing at the age of four at The Marcia Jones School of Dance in Beeston, where I attended classes in ISTD Ballet, Tap, Modern & Disco/Freestyle. At the age of eighteen I moved to Watford to pursue a three-year Musical Theatre and Teacher Training course at the Margaret Howard Theatre College, graduating with a National Diploma in Musical Theatre and a MHTC Teacher Training Diploma. I also completed my teaching qualifications in ISTD Ballet, Tap and Modern Theatre at DDE level and recently attended the ISTD's first ever Graduation to collect my certificates. Whilst at College I was asked to teach various classes for the College Principal in her Theatre School and in my third year became a permanent member of the team. Since leaving the College in 2011 I have been teaching classes at various Schools around Hertfordshire from baby ballet to Advanced 2 Modern and Tap.
My passion has always been to teach dance. From a young age I have always wanted to be a dance teacher. Watching a child skip for the first time, seeing their eyes light up when they receive their exam certificates or seeing the great friendships form in a dance class are just some of the reasons why I teach DANCE!
I thank everybody for their continued support, whether it is bringing your child to current classes, having brought your child and have now moved on, or just liking our Facebook and Instagram, every part helps VJSD to grow and I can continue doing what I love.
Thank you
Vanessa x
Katie Elson
Teacher
Katie started her dance life at the same dance school as Vanessa, Marcia Jones School of Dance, where she enjoyed all aspects of the performing arts and excelled in ISTD Ballet, Tap, Modern and Disco.
Katie has two children and partner. Although Katie left dancing at 18 and pursuade other career choices, she has always been drawn to dancing and has a passion for it.
Amelia, Katie's eldest, started at VJSD in 2019 and Katie slowly offered help and support to Vanessa and VJSD, becoming a regular face at events, shows and classes. Having her own freestyle classes became an easy decision and a great fit for VJSD.
Katie teaches our youngest pupils on a Monday, up to our highest levels on a Saturday. She is a much loved member of the team and all VJSD pupils love to have classes with Katie.
We love having Katie on our the teaching team!
Teacher
Katie started her dance life at the same dance school as Vanessa, Marcia Jones School of Dance, where she enjoyed all aspects of the performing arts and excelled in ISTD Ballet, Tap, Modern and Disco.
Katie has two children and partner. Although Katie left dancing at 18 and pursuade other career choices, she has always been drawn to dancing and has a passion for it.
Amelia, Katie's eldest, started at VJSD in 2019 and Katie slowly offered help and support to Vanessa and VJSD, becoming a regular face at events, shows and classes. Having her own freestyle classes became an easy decision and a great fit for VJSD.
Katie teaches our youngest pupils on a Monday, up to our highest levels on a Saturday. She is a much loved member of the team and all VJSD pupils love to have classes with Katie.
We love having Katie on our the teaching team!
Amanda Baldwin
Office Manager/Receptionist
My mum, my friend, my right arm!
Amanda has been by my side from the beginning, helping me, supporting me and encouraging me with new aspects of the School.
Amanda will usually be the person you see first when arriving at VJSD, she will make you feel welcome and loves to chat. If you have any queries/questions please tell mum and she will pass these along to myself. Sometimes the classes have crossovers or we are busy and there is no time for me to chat to parents so please let Amanda know and I will always call or email outside of classes.
Office Manager/Receptionist
My mum, my friend, my right arm!
Amanda has been by my side from the beginning, helping me, supporting me and encouraging me with new aspects of the School.
Amanda will usually be the person you see first when arriving at VJSD, she will make you feel welcome and loves to chat. If you have any queries/questions please tell mum and she will pass these along to myself. Sometimes the classes have crossovers or we are busy and there is no time for me to chat to parents so please let Amanda know and I will always call or email outside of classes.