Managing Director/Principal Instructor
Welcome to Dance for Joy Dance Academy. Our founder brings over 30 years of expertise in competitive dance sport, having earned recognition as a Provincial Competitive Ballroom Champion and a National Finalist in both Ballroom and Latin American dance. As a dedicated music educator and performing arts professional, we are committed to fostering talent across all age groups. We invite you to experience the joy of dance in a professional and inspiring environment.
Heinrich v.d Nest
Associate Member of SADTA (South African Dance Teachers Association)
General Council Member of SADTA (South African Dance Teachers Association)
Active Advance Line Dance Member of LDSA and WDM (World Dance Masters, UK)
Aerobics Instuctor
Gail Faught
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Drama Teacher, Theatre Arts Teacher and Language Specialist
Caroline Palmer
I was born into the theatre industry with a ballet teacher mom who directed the story ballets on Wielie Walie. Eisteddfods and productions were a normal part of life. I started performing in Pacofs productions from a young age.
After school I moved back to my home town of Durban and freelanced as a performer. I qualified as a drama teacher and ballet teacher but teach dance fusion and performing arts. I ran the drama and arts department for 7 years at various schools and freelanced as a performer and Adjudicator. I moved to Johannesburg to be closer to my mom in 2020.
I also teach English as a second language and public speaking in schools and privately, adjudicate and give workshops to schools and corporates.
Furhtermore I can also prepare students for auditions, interviews and IELTS. Students are invited and welcomed to take Trinity exams.
I am also academic tutor to several students for most academic subjects. Preparation and direction for radio is available too.
