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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 Committee Member of SADTA - Gauteng Branch
(South African Dance Teachers Association)
Active Advance Line Dancer (LDSA/WDM)
Member of LDSA and WDM (World Dance Masters, UK)
Associate Member of NCWD - National Country and Western Dance, SA
Associate Member of UCWDC - United Country and Western Dance, USA
aSS
Aerobics Instuctor
Vacant Position
Information to be updated
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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.
