With an illustrious stage career of over 20 years as Principal Dancer with the National Ballet of Canada, Ms. Goh is one of the most prolific artists of her generation. Her delicate lyricism and emotional depth personify the essence of numerous lead roles.

In 2010, upon retiring from her performing career, Ms. Goh accepted the invitation to become the General & Artistic Director of Goh Ballet, to further her passion to inspire dancers of tomorrow and to provide students with opportunities to train with world-renowned teachers.

Extending her reach and always advocating for the arts, Ms. Goh serves as a jury member for several international competitions. She guest instructs and sets choreography for some of the most renowned companies in the world and since 2009 has been the Executive Producer of Goh Ballet’s critically acclaimed The Nutcracker, a holiday tradition in the City of Vancouver.

Ms. Goh is a founding member of Vancouver’s Arts and Culture Policy Council, which assists in giving the creative community a voice. Her accomplishments, with irrepressible devotion to the enhancement of the cultural life of Canada, have garnered several prestigious awards including the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal, the YWCA Women of Distinction Award, the New Pioneers Arts Award and the Best Teacher Award at the World Ballet Competition. In 2019, Ms Goh was appointed a member of the Order of Canada and in 2020, the University of British Columbia awarded her the distinction of Doctor of Letters honoris causa.

For more than two decades Ms. Smith has provided leadership for the Goh Ballet Academy in Vancouver, Canada, overseeing the Children’s Division, Junior School, and aspects of the Senior Professional School. Choreographing award-winning ballet pieces, providing coaching for national and international competitions, and leading preparations for all levels of RAD examinations, she has been recognized for her student-centric approach and dedication to the well-being and personal success of the student body.

A graduate of the Teacher Training Program at Canada’s National Ballet School and the London Studio Centre in London, England, Fiona has held instructor positions in Tokyo, Toronto, and Vancouver. She provides instruction for ballet intensive sessions on the margins of dance competitions and showcase events, including the Ballet Beyond Borders Competition held in Missoula, Montana, and Los Angeles. She has also been sought after as a ballet adjudicator and judge for various dance competitions, including the U.S.A. and the Victoria DanceWorks Festival. Her portfolio includes annual leadership of significant theatre productions, including Goh Ballet’s The Nutcracker and adaptations of classical ballets for the Children’s Division such as Sleeping Beauty and Alice in Wonderland.

Her career has brought her full circle, having received formal training at the Goh Ballet Academy, where she performed and toured throughout Canada, France, and China with the Goh Ballet Youth Company. She moved to England in 1995 to perform with London Studio Centre’s Images of Dance, working with choreographers such as Geoffrey Cauley, Michael Corder, and Harold King.

Transitioning her love of teaching into her next career move, Ms. Smith returned to Canada and continued her post-secondary education at Canada’s National Ballet School, as well as earning her Advanced 2 R.A.D., Advanced 2 Cecchetti and Advanced National Dance Examinations. She also achieved her teaching certificates in both the R.A.D. Teacher’s Examination and the ISTD National Dance Teachers Examination. Ms. Smith also recently received her Silver Swans Licence from the R.A.D. Ms. Smith returned to the Goh Ballet Academy in 2001, bringing her international experience and love of ballet as the Associate Director & Faculty Lead.

Tanya Phelps is a highly regarded ballet and dance instructor, Choreographer, and Coach, boasting an extensive background across various dance forms, including ballet, jazz, contemporary, and tap.

Ms. Phelps joined Goh Ballet Academy as an instructor in 2003. Throughout the years, she has skillfully instructed students of all age groups, from children to juniors, seniors, and adults. Her teaching expertise extends beyond the studio, encompassing successful coaching in competitions, examinations, technique refinement, and rehabilitation.

In her capacity as Director of Special Projects & Programming, Ms. Phelps specializes in curating program and curriculum development in educational outreach. Her role involves coordinating external relations performances, executed through relationship management and strategic brand elevation.

Throughout her illustrious career, Ms. Phelps has garnered numerous awards and accolades for her outstanding choreography. Creating extraordinary large-scale performances and dances for competitions, weddings, musicals, events and productions. Her inclination to work collaboratively has fostered partnerships with a diverse array of companies on cultural initiatives and cross-promotions, continually advocating for the realms of dance, art, and beauty. Notably, Ms. Phelps's coaching has produced students who have achieved international acclaim, including a prestigious 1st place win at YAGP (Youth America Grand Prix).

Beyond her commitments at the Goh Ballet Academy, Ms. Phelps has assumed roles as an adjudicator, masterclass instructor, and coordinator for the Global Dance Challenge International Dance Competition. Her multifaceted involvement extends to designing competition rules and regulations, shaping the competition's digital presence, and serving as a key liaison for participants.

Ms. Phelps's richly diverse career includes memorable performances in acclaimed ballets such as Giselle, Don Quixote, La Fille Mal Gardee, Serenade, Paquita, Sleeping Beauty, and The Nutcracker. She has worked as an MC for various events and educational outreach performance shows, including a tour to China where she MC'd in both English and Mandarin. Ms Phelps also appeared on Guangdong TV's Future Stars of Tomorrow as a dancer, choreographer, actor, and model.

Ms. Phelps has undergone extensive teacher certification and training, including a certification in Progressive Ballet Technique and being an American Ballet Theatre certified teacher for primary levels to level 3. She also has Registered Teacher Status with the Royal Academy of Dance and ongoing career development courses with the Academy.

Her pedagogical expertise extends to the Vaganova technique, where she trained under the guidance of Professor Xu Ding Zhong, Deputy Director of the Beijing Dance Academy, and the Balanchine technique, under the mentorship of Suki Schorer.

Ms. Phelps is passionate about dance and dedicated to sharing her knowledge and expertise with others. Her commitment to her students and the dance community is evident through her students’ success and her ability to create performances and choreography that inspire and elevate the art of dance.

Trained at the Bolshoi Ballet School graduating with honors, Ms. Draw joined Moscow Stanislavsky Ballet Theater in 1979 and was promoted to Principal Dancer in 1981. Ms. Draw interpreted many principal roles of the classical repertoire and had ballets created for her.

During her dancing career Ms. Draw studied at the Russian University of Theater Arts(GITIS) for her degree as a Ballet Master under the guidance of Marina Semyonova. In 1994 Ms. Draw joined the faculty if the National Ballet of Canada as a ballet teacher, while completing her Diploma of the Former Professional Dancers teacher training program with distinction.

During her tenure at the National Ballet School Ms. Draw received the Diploma as a Teacher of the Cecchetti Method and the Associate Diploma in Cecchetti Classical Ballet from the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dance (ISTD) as well as granted the registration status as a teacher of Royal Academy of Dancing. In 2002 Ms. Draw was promoted to the Senior Teacher and Senior Student Advisor and cared the responsibility for career advisory for the senior students at the National Ballet School of Canada.

In 2009 she was invited by Nikolaj Hubbe the Director of the Royal Danish Ballet to join the company as a ballet mistress as well as the ballet teacher for the Royal Danish Ballet School. As a ballet mistress of the company, she has the responsibility to teach company classes, lead rehearsals, coach principal dancers and stage the productions. In 2012 in co-operation with Nicolaj Hubbe, Ms. Draw has staged full production of La Bayadere which received praised reviews from particularly the New York Post magazine.

In 2015-2022 Ms. Draw worked in the Dance faculty at the UNCSA as an Associate Professor and became the recipient of the Excellence in teaching award 2020-2021.

Adonis Daukaev started his career in 1985 as Principal Dancer at the LWOW Opera in the Ukraine; he went on to an astounding career as Principal Dance and House Choreographer at Pfalztheater of Kaiserslautern, Germany.

He has been a ballet teacher at the LWOW Opera (Ukraine), Gdańsk Opera Baltycka (Poland), Salzburg Ballet (Austria), and Pfalztheater (Germany). In addition to his credentials, Mr. Daukaev graduated as Ballet Master and Choreographer at the Notable Vaganova Ballet Academy in St. Petersburg, Russia.

With a professional dance background spanning over 26 years, Mr. Daukaev has worked with many renowned dancers and professors including: K.M. Sergueyev, I.G. Gensler, R.I. Gerbeck, and B.V. Blankov, all of whom embody strong traditional Russian Ballet artistry.

Mr. Daukaev has choreographed several original works in both Classical and Modern dance and has worked with internationally renowned artists such as Germinal Casado, Patricia Neary, and Nikita Dolgushine. Since 2014 he has maintained a regular engagement with the Goh Ballet (Vancouver, Canada) as Ballet Master and Choreographer.

Isabel Yuan was born in China where she studied classical Ballet at the Beijing Dance Academy (the National Ballet of China), and graduated with distinction in all subjects. Ms. Yuan danced professionally as a principal ballet dancer for 15 years with the Tani Ballet Company in Tokyo, Japan and performed internationally in the most famous classical ballets such as Don Quixote, La Sylphide, Sleeping Beauty, The Nutcracker, La Fille Mal Gardee, Coppelia, Cinderella and Swan Lake among others.

After sustaining dance injuries, Ms. Yuan retired from dancing and came to Canada to study at the National Ballet School of Canada to obtain her professional dance teacher training in Toronto. She has over two decades of teaching experience and this includes guest teaching at the Royal Winnipeg Ballet School of Canada, the Beijing National Ballet School, and the National Ballet School of New Zealand.

Ms. Yuan’s teaching credentials include: the National Ballet Professional Dancer Teaching Certification (N.B.S. P.D.T.C.), Imperial Society Teachers of Dancing, Advanced Certification and Associate Certification (A.I.S.T.D.), Royal Academy of Dance Teaching Certification (R.A.D. TC.). Ms. Yuan was appointed as a Vocational Examiner for the Royal Academy of Dance in 2005, and has been a Dual Examiner since 2011.

Ms. Jiawen Mann Pan's professional ballet career began at Guangzhou Ballet where she received training from the vice-principal of Guangzhou Art School. Her six years of training in the Vaganova methods and syllabus, combined with extensive training in Chinese classical and folk dance, culminated in her graduation with distinction. Ms. Pan's repertoire includes classical ballet performances of Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty, and Nutcracker during her frequent tours of China, Australia, Singapore, and Hong Kong. In recognition of her accomplishments, she received her certificate of Ballet Teaching and Certificate of Chinese Dance Teaching from the prestigious Beijing Dance Academy in 2006.

Since moving to Canada in 2008, Ms. Pan has continued to pursue her passion for dance by joining the Senior division and Youth Company at Goh Ballet Academy. In 2011, she became a RAD-certified teacher at Goh Ballet after completing a three-year teaching course. Ms. Pan has also participated in master classes instructed by Lin Yee Goh, Professor Xu Ding Zhong of Beijing Dance Academy, and Suki Schorer at the School of American Ballet.

Ms. Pan's commitment to excellence has led her to work with Anna-Marie Holmes and Maina Gielgud during her tenure at Goh Ballet. She has received awards from the Surrey Festival of Dance and Global Dance Challenge for her choreography, and her students have achieved great success under her tutelage. One of her students won first place in the Youth America Grand Prix in 2019 after being coached by Ms. Pan in classical ballet variation.

Ramona Boariu is an established Ballet trainer and Choreographer for the past 15+ years.
Ramona has successfully worked with the junior, Intermediate and Senior levels of dancers.

She has been trained under the RAD method of ballet, Vaganova and the ISTD method.
Ramona began her training in Vancouver at the age of 9 learning the discipline of Ballet from many leading teachers and choreographers. She trained with Annette Jakubowski, Jian Rong Sheng, Suzanne Ouellette, Susannah Steers, Anabel Ho and Wendy Green. She moved on to the professional world of dance at a young of 14 with the RWB where she trained extensively under the direction of David Moroni. Her teachers include Galina Yordanova, Jacqueline Weber, Arlene Minkhorst, Evelyn Hart, Jorden Morris and Carol Roderick.

Ramona was graciously invited to work with the RWB Company in such works as the Nutcracker, Sleeping Beauty, Swan Lake and other various contemporary pieces. Ramona received her Certificate of Ballet Teaching through the Royal Academy of Dance and is an Associate of the Royal Academy. Ramona also holds certification with the PBT method and Barre fitness instruction.

Originally from Mexico, Lidia brings more than two decades of experience as a Registered Teacher with the Royal Academy of Dance. Over the course of her career, she has taught dancers of all ages and levels, combining technical precision with artistic expression. For 17 years, she founded and directed her own dance school in Mexico, where she developed original choreographies, produced stage events, and led numerous artistic projects.

Her teaching practice has guided students from their very first ballet steps through to the advanced levels of the RAD syllabus, preparing them for examinations and nurturing their development as confident, expressive artists. Lidia is recognized for her supportive and encouraging approach, tailoring instruction to meet each dancer’s strengths and aspirations.

Lidia's philosophy centres on fostering discipline, creativity, and musicality while instilling in her students a genuine love for ballet. Dedicated to their growth both technically and artistically, she now brings her knowledge and experience to Goh Ballet, inspiring dancers to reach their fullest potential in an environment of encouragement and care.

Zorina began her ballet training under the Royal Academy of Dance syllabus, attaining the Advanced 2 qualification, and has continued to refine her artistry in recent years through the Vaganova method. Her dedication to professional growth has also led her to study progressive ballet techniques, enabling her to provide students with comprehensive technical development.

As a performer, she has appeared in numerous classical productions, including Don Quixote, Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella, Coppélia, Swan Lake, and Giselle. In 2024, she was awarded the Gold Medal at the Dream Cup Solo Competition.

With over a decade of teaching experience, Zorina has prepared students for both examinations and competitions, with many achieving outstanding results. Her students have earned Gold Medals at the Challenge Cup and Korea Grand Prix, and attained top rankings at the Taiwan Grand Prix.

Passionate about choreography, she has received multiple accolades for her creative work, including the Best Choreographer Award at the Hong Kong Asia Dance Solo Competition in 2014 and the Distinctive Teacher Award at the Hong Kong Challenge Cup Dance Competition in 2018.

Tali grew up in Ottawa, Ontario where she danced with a local dance studio, studying various styles including, ballet, jazz and tap. It was at that time that she became involved in the dance education of younger students; this involved assisting with classes and rehearsals, as well as having her own classes to teach. She was given the opportunity to choreograph solos and group pieces for her students, the latter of which received a young choreographer award. Throughout her years as a dance student, Tali was active in the competition scene, participating in prestigious events such as YAGP, and receiving summer training opportunities through them. She studied the RAD curriculum and in 2018 she achieved the highest distinction of Solo Seal.

Tali then moved to Vancouver to join the Goh Ballet Youth Academy to further her classical training and gain professional performance experience. For the next 2 years, she performed in outreach programs, and in productions such as La Bayadère and the Nutcracker with the Youth Company. She continued teaching dance classes to young students, both at Goh Ballet and in affiliated outreach schools.

Tali then went on to join the EBB Junior Company in France, where she had the chance to work with a diverse cast of contemporary choreographers, as well as develop her own improvisational and choreographic technique. There she performed the works by Jean Philippe Dury, Craig Dawson, and her colleagues.

In 2022, Tali was offered a contract with Ballett Vorpommern in Germany, where she spent the next 3 years performing multiple works in a variety of styles. These would include classical pieces by the director, as well as a plethora of neoclassical and contemporary pieces by guest choreographers such as Andreas Heise, Maura Morales, and Bryan Arias. In her final year she took on the role of assistant to the Young Choreographers production where she organized schedules, acting as coordinator and assistant repetiteur. She continued teaching classes, including adult contemporary classes, in the capacity as a substitute teacher.

Isak Doran Enquist is a movement artist, choreographer, actor, and experimental sound designer based on the unceded territories of the Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh, Skwxwú7mesh, and xʷməθkwəy̓əm Nations. Originally raised in Ktunaxa territory, he began his formal training in Shotokan Karate-Do before pursuing post-secondary dance education at Simon Fraser University and Modus Operandi.

Isak has performed both nationally and internationally with Canadian performing companies including: Out Inner Space, Compagnie Vision Impure, Shay Kuebler Radical System Art, Mahaila Patterson-O’Brien, Amber Funk Barton, Mascall Dance, Generous Mess, Cristina Bucci, Anne Plamondon Productions, and Corporeal Imago.

As a dance educator, his practice connects a technical history to contemporary perspectives by exploring intersections of martial and expressive movement. He is currently on faculty at Vancouver’s Harbour Dance Centre, Lamon Dance Company, Goh Ballet Academy, and a guest teacher with Training Society of Vancouver, M.O. Link, and GötesborgOperan Danskompani (Sweden), among others.

Paola Haro is an internationally recognized dance teacher, examiner, and tutor for the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD), with over three decades of experience training students and mentoring teachers across North and South America, Europe, and New Zealand. She has taught dancers of all ages in private academies, government schools, and non-profit organizations, bringing world-class instruction to diverse learning environments.

In 2002, Paola became the first Mexican RAD International Examiner, earning formal recognition from the President of Mexico. As a Continuous Professional Development Tutor and Certificate in Dance Teaching Mentor and Tutor (previously CBTS), she has trained and supported teachers throughout Latin America, the USA, and Canada, raising pedagogical standards and advancing best practices in dance education.

Beyond her work with the RAD, Paola has served as an examiner for the Teacher Training Program at Canada’s National Ballet School, directed her own academy in Mexico, and developed programs to deliver high-quality dance education across a variety of schools. She is certified in Progressing Ballet Technique, Autism Movement Therapy, and is a licensed Teacher and Tutor for the RAD Silver Swans® program for adults aged 60+. Her three years of medical study at the National University of Mexico (UNAM) have provided her with a strong understanding of anatomy and physiology as they relate to dance.

Paola holds multiple RAD teaching qualifications, including a Teaching Diploma in Psychology, Child Development and Learning, Anatomy and Technique, as well as the prestigious Solo Seal Award, RAD’s highest level of performance examination. Known for her energetic and positive teaching style, she combines technical precision with a warm, supportive approach that empowers both students and teachers to reach their full potential.

Through her work as an examiner, educator, and mentor, Paola continues to inspire dancers and teachers worldwide, blending discipline with creativity and fostering a lifelong love for dance.

Cheng-Ni Ho began her training in Taiwan, where she studied many different dance forms including Classical Ballet, Contemporary, Tap and Chinese Folk dance. Upon arriving in Toronto as a professional dancer in 2010, her versatile dance background was quickly recognized in the dance community where she performed professionally with several different companies, including the Canadian Opera Company.

While Ms. Ho was still performing, she was also sharing her love for dance with her students. To further expand her teaching knowledge in ballet, she graduated with Distinction from the Teacher Training Program at Canada’s National Ballet School and is a proud recipient of the Betty Oliphant Award for Excellence in Teaching. She holds her Registered Teacher’s Status with the Royal Academy of Dance, Cecchetti Society and Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing. Ms. Ho was teaching in the Professional, Associates and Adult Ballet programs at Canada’s National Ballet School before joining Goh Ballet Academy in 2019. She has also taught in professional dance programs in Taiwan and in many private studios in the Greater Toronto Area.

Ms. Ho has trained students successfully for dance exams through Royal Academy of Dance and the Cecchetti Society. Many of her students went on continuing their training in many different professional dance programs. She also teach and coach competitive athletes such as figure skaters, synchronize swimmers and gymnasts who viewed ballet as an important part of their training to achieve their professional goals. Ms. Ho’s passion for dance is evident in her teaching style and she is dedicated to work with her students to inspire a love of dance that will help them achieve their goals.

Janine joins us as an experienced dance teacher and choreographer from England. She received her training from prestigious members of the dance community in the UK, most notably at the Royal Academy of Dance Headquarters London, North Liverpool Dance Academy and Twain Productions West End Theatre Programme. She has Triple Licentiate Qualifications with the ISTD in Imperial Ballet, Tap and Modern, along with being a Licentiate RAD Teacher holding Associate ARAD and RTS Status. Whilst training at the RAD in London, Janine studied up to and including Solo Seal and gained her BA (Hons) in Ballet Education from the Academy. Alongside these Janine also holds her DDE in National and Disco/Freestyle, PBT certification and most recently has become a PAA certified competition judge.

As a dance educator Janine likes to keep involved in the industry outside of the studio by regularly attending and submitting students for competitions such as The Fonteyn awards, Miss Dance Awards UK, Nuvo and various dance summer intensive and full time programmes worldwide. She has continued to expand her knowledge and training attending dance courses at the Martha Graham School of Contemporary Dance and teacher training courses at the Royal Ballet School London, along with ISTD Fellowship training. More recently she has become a Tutor for the ISTD mentoring young teachers for their Associate and Associate Diploma examinations.

As a performer her Theatre credits include roles in A Chorus Line, The Sound of Music, Les Miserables and We Will Rock You. During this time she had the privilege to perform in front of His Majesty Prince Charles (now King) at Her Majesty’s Theatre London along with performing at theatres such as The Royal Albert Hall London, Sadler's Wells London, Blackpool Opera House, Manchester Opera House and other venues around the UK.

As a choreographer she has choreographed numerous productions, most notably being the lead choreographer for Peter Pan the Musical and collaborating with the Volda Symphony Orchestra to head up full Ballet productions of The Nutcracker and Sleeping Beauty. Her competition choreography has had great acclaim winning numerous awards and helping students qualify for Provincials and National competitions.

Before relocating to Canada in 2017, Janine had the privilege of teaching around the world in such places as Dubai, Norway, Manchester and London, England. She is very excited to share her love and passion for dance to all the students at Goh Ballet Bayview.

A native of Montreal (P.Q.) Stephanie received her formal professional training at Canada's National Ballet School and was privileged to join The National Ballet of Canada, performing in Toronto as well as travelling abroad for 15 years.

Upon retirement, Stephanie went on to adjudicate for competitions, as well as producing numerous successfully awarded original choreographic pieces, including coaching repertoire solos.

Whilst bringing the richness and abundance of knowledge from her career, Stephanie, having trained in the Pilates Method and adopted tools from various other techniques, expertly developed a program of exercises highly suited to today’s classical dancer. She continually aspires to the highest standards of professional teaching, educating, training, and healthily developing the young minds and bodies of the next generation.

Sara Lopez brings a rich blend of academic training, technical expertise, and a deep passion for dance education to her work. She completed the Dance Program at York University before advancing to the Teacher Training Program at Canada’s National Ballet School, where she refined her pedagogical skills under some of the country’s most respected instructors. Upon graduating from both programs, Sara achieved her Registered Teaching Status with the Royal Academy of Dance, underscoring her commitment to excellence in ballet education.

Her professional development also includes completing multiple examinations across a variety of disciplines, including Cecchetti Ballet, National Dance through the ISTD, and the RAD syllabus, as part of her Teacher Training journey. Beyond her technical foundation, Sara’s versatility in performing, choreographing, and teaching has enabled her to work with dancers of all ages and abilities—ranging from curious two-year-olds taking their first steps in the studio to dedicated adults refining their artistry.

Sara’s teaching philosophy centres on creating an inclusive and supportive environment where every student can explore their individuality, develop strong technical skills, and express themselves artistically. She believes in guiding dancers not only to grow in technique, but also to build confidence, creativity, and a lifelong love for movement.

Sara looks forward to contributing her knowledge, artistry, and energy to inspire the next generation of dancers within the Goh Ballet community.

Olivia Okonkwo (she/her) is a Nigerian-Canadian multidisciplinary artist whose creative practice spans performance, choreography, and dance creation. Rooted in a deep passion for movement and storytelling, she brings a thoughtful and nuanced approach to both the stage and studio.

A graduate of Toronto Metropolitan University’s Performance Dance program, Olivia has cultivated a versatile practice informed by a wide range of contemporary and classical techniques. Her artistry reflects both rigor and curiosity, blending technical excellence with a strong sense of individuality and expression.

Her choreographic voice has begun to emerge on notable stages across Toronto, where she explores themes of identity, femininity, and resilience through her work. As a performer, Olivia is recognized for her physicality, emotional depth, and collaborative spirit, qualities that have led her to engage with innovative projects across both live and filmed mediums.

In addition to her performance and creative work, Olivia has supported the next generation of dancers through teaching and mentorship roles, further expanding her perspective as an artist.

Dedicated to continuous growth, Olivia is committed to cultivating a practice that bridges performance and creation, contributing meaningfully to Canada’s evolving dance landscape.

Juliya’s journey in dance began at the age of 5, and by 10, she embarked on a rigorous nine-year full-time ballet program that set the stage for her illustrious career. A graduate of the Belarusian State Choreographic College, Juliya has excelled as a ballet dancer, teacher, and artist. Her expertise and artistry have taken her across the globe, performing in renowned venues in Germany, Austria, Belgium, France, Italy, Poland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, and South Korea.

During her tenure with the Bolshoi Opera and Ballet Theatre of Belarus, Juliya’s dedication and talent earned her roles in a diverse repertoire, including The Nutcracker, The Sleeping Beauty, Swan Lake, Spartacus, Don Quixote, Romeo and Juliet, Giselle, Cinderella, Bolero, La Bayadère, La Sylphide, La Esmeralda, Anyuta, Carmina Burana, Chopiniana, Cipollino, Creation of the World, La Fille Mal Gardee, and Flower Festival in Genzano.

After relocating to Canada, Juliya shifted her focus to teaching, bringing her extensive knowledge and passion to numerous dance studios across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). She has taught both recreational and competitive students and has continued to expand her expertise. Juliya holds a certification in Acrobatic Arts as a Module One Acrobatic Dance Teacher and has also earned certificates in contemporary dance and jazz from her studies in Germany and Poland.

In addition to her teaching, Juliya remains actively involved in performance. She frequently participates in local dance projects and collaborates with singers, musicians, and circus artists. As a co-choreographer and soloist with the Ismailova Theatre of Dance, she continues to explore and enhance her craft.

Juliya is committed to ongoing professional development, having recently attended a teacher training seminar on the Vaganova method and classical dance teacher workshops in Minsk and St. Petersburg.

Juliya is eager to meet her new students and looks forward to sharing her wealth of knowledge and experience with the next generation of dance enthusiasts.