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I am the founder and Creative Director of Orkney Dance & Fitness Ltd, a social enterprise dedicated to making dance and fitness accessible, inclusive, and joyful for all ages and abilities across the Orkney Islands.

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My passion for performance ignited at the age of nine during a school trip to see Starlight Express in London's West End. This early inspiration led her to formal dance training at the Hilton Hall Dance Academy at thirteen, culminating in a performance at Her Majesty's Theatre, Haymarket.

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Between 2000 and 2002, I pursued a BTEC National Diploma in Dance, gaining comprehensive training in dance, singing, and acting. I portrayed "Frenchie" in Grease the Musical at the Hazlitt Theatre and began teaching dance to primary school children in Kent, England.

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My professional career commenced in 2003 with performances in Malaga, Spain, followed by roles on cruise ships and various entertainment venues across Spain. In 2005, I became a renowned Redcoat at Butlins in Minehead and Skegness.

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In 2007, I discovered Zumba, marking a new chapter in my dance and fitness journey. After relocating to Orkney in 2017, I expanded my offerings to include Aqua Fit, Floorbarre, Zumba, Zumba Kids, and Clubbercise.

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The 2020 lockdown prompted me to innovate by transitioning to online classes, creating a comprehensive on-demand library and live-streaming sessions to ensure continued community engagement. I also used this time to up skill and obtained various qualifications. 

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In March 2022, I officially registered Orkney Dance & Fitness Ltd as a social enterprise. The organisation now delivers a diverse range of classes, including Parkinson’s Beats, Active Movers, and rebounding sessions, utilising community halls and mobile equipment to reach various locations.

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I am currently pursuing a Level 2 Gym Instructor Qualification & Level 3 PT as well as studies in Menopause and Fitness. My commitment to community well-being is evident in efforts to reduce social isolation and promote health through movement..

 

Join me in a class—online or in person—and experience the joy of movement in a supportive community environment.

 

​Qualifications and achievement's 

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• BTEC National Diploma in Dance

• IDTA Graduate Teacher in Modern Jazz

• IDTA Diploma in Anatomy and Physiology

• IDTA Level 4 Diploma in Dance Teaching Safe Dance Practice

• NVQ Level 2 in Customer Services

• Shallow Water Exercise Certification

• Neuroplasticity in Parkinson's Level 2

• Active IQ Level 2 in Fitness Instructing (Exercise to Music)

• Active IQ Level 2 in Understanding nutrition, performance and healthy eating

• Active IQ Level 3 in Designing Exercise programmes for Older Adults

• Active IQ Level 3 in Supporting pre and post natal clients with exercise and nutrition

• Chair based exercise for frailer older adults

• OTAGO strength and balance exercise programme leader award 

• Level 2 Drumtastic Instructor

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Certifications and CPD's

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• ICG Indoor cycling group certificate

• Zumba Basic steps level 1 certification

• Zumba Basic steps level 2 certification

• Zumba Kids certification

• Zumba Gold certification

• Aqua Zumba certification

• Zumba Step certification

• Zumba Toning certification

• Clubbercise Instructor certification

• Clubbercise Kids Combo (Family Clubbercise, U13's and U18's)

• Boogie Bounce Certified Instructor

• Boogie Bands Certified Instructor

• Boogie Bounce Kidz Certified Instructor

• Fitness Pilates Instructor

• NSPCC Certificate in child protection in Sport & Physical Activity

• Scottish Ballet Elevate Freelance Dance Artist

• Dance for Parkinson's Freelance Dance Artist with Distinction

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Achievements

 

• 2 x motions in Scottish parliament 

• Winner of Community Fitness Instructor of the year for Scotland 2020

• Finalist for Resilient Business of the Year Women's Enterprise Scotland 2023

• Winner of the Heart & Soul Awards Regional Instructor Scotland 2024

• Finalist for Heart & Soul Awards for Regional Instructor Scotland, UK Instructor and Inspirational Instructor 2025

• 🏆 Best Community Physical Health & Mental Wellbeing Organisation 2025 – Scotland

• 🏆 Social Impact Excellence Award 2025 by the GHP Active Lifestyle Awards.