THE TEAM
Heidi Fox | Principal
At a glance:
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With seventeen years of teaching experience under her belt, running her own academy is a dream come true for Heidi.
She trained professionally in dance and performing arts at Tiffany Theatre College in Southend on Sea. After several years working in the industry as a teacher and choreographer Heidi embarked on a Dance Degree at the University of East London which she graduated from with First Class Honours. Heidi remains committed to her professional development and has undertaken training and certification across a wide range of dance styles. With a background in choreography for competitive and performance dance and for youth theatre, she is well prepared to develop keen dancers into talented and technically competent performers. Heidi is committed to providing a professional environment where young people are encouraged to be engaging dancers and performers. Offering the highest standards of technical training we aim for our students to confidently progress through their learning in nurturing, friendly and exciting classes. Heidi has a wealth of experience to share with your children and looks forward to welcoming you to Fox Academy of Dance. |
Lissy Campbell |
Tots, Tap, Jazz, Acro & Bodycon
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Lissy trained at the Colchester School of Dance in ISTD Ballet, Tap and Modern dance and whilst there completed exams up to Advanced Level. After completing her A-Levels she studied BA Hons Musical Theatre at The University of Essex, continuing her study of various dance styles as well as performing in several musicals and showcases. Lissy has performed in such venues as The Royal Albert Hall, The O2 Arena and Sadlers Wells, as well taking part in national performances in New York City and DisneyLand Paris.
Lissy recently qualified to teach the Acrobatic Arts Syllabus and is currently completing her ISTD Teaching qualifications in Tap and Modern Dance alongside teaching at a number of dance schools across Essex and Suffolk. |
Amy Preston |
Commercial, Jazz, Contemporary, Performance Squad
Amy is a professional dancer who trained locally at Cara-Lea Dance and West Suffolk College before gaining a place to study at Evolution Foundation College. She was then offered a full scholarship to train at Masters Performing Arts on their three year performance programme.
After graduating Amy flew out to Turks & Caicos in the Caribbean to perform for 6 months returning in July 2019. Amy teaches and choreographs for our performance squad between performance contracts and is currently working with our dancers until she jets off around the world again with Costa Cruises.
After graduating Amy flew out to Turks & Caicos in the Caribbean to perform for 6 months returning in July 2019. Amy teaches and choreographs for our performance squad between performance contracts and is currently working with our dancers until she jets off around the world again with Costa Cruises.
Mally Jones |
Tots, Ballet, Acro, Jazz, Commercial
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Mally trained professionally at ROM Theatre Arts (previously Scene II College) to vocational level in all dance styles. She has been taught by West Ends finest teachers and performers and performed in multiple theatres across West End and Abroad. Mally currently teaches for Theatretrain in Bury St Edmunds and Sudbury and is particularly experienced in teaching dance for early years classes. |
A CMDT and YPAD Recognised School- Qualified with the ISTD and Acrobatic ArtsProfessional standards of teaching you can trust
Fox Academy of Dance is a Recognised School with CDMT and has been awarded the certificate of good professional practice. Schools awarded CDMT’s Recognised School Award demonstrate to students, parents and guardians that they adhere to the standards demanded by the industry; standards designed to protect and safeguard young people whether dancing for leisure or with an eye to a career in the profession.”
Fox Academy of Dance are Certified in both Safety and Wellness by YPAD (Youth Protection Advocates for Dance). YPAD provide dance professionals with the skills and resources to protect and develop healthy, happy dancers. |
our location
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Our classes take place in the stunning Sky Room and Dance Studio at Finborough Hall. Based in the school's state of the art Sports Hall the Sky Room is large, light and airy with changing and shower facilities available and ample free parking. The Dance Studio- based in the main school building has been recently updated to include floor to ceiling mirrors and ballet barres.
Parents are welcome to wait on site while their children dance, in the cafe adjacent to the studio. Tea, Coffee, Hot Chocolate and a selection of delicious cakes and cookies are available to purchase while you enjoy the views of the grounds or feel free to watch your child's dance class through the floor to ceiling viewing windows. Please note the cafe is currently open for takeaway only in line with Covid-Secure hospitality legislation.
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