Jill Danielson
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Alexis Macintosh
Ballet (students & Adult) Certified ballet teacher with the RAD Certified Yoga teacher with Yoga Alliance Alexis brings a distinguished history of professional dance and a deep commitment to artistry to the studio. Her foundational training began in Victoria, B.C., with Maureen Eastick before she advanced her studies at the prestigious Canada's National Ballet School in Toronto. Her successful professional career spanned over a decade, featuring performances with renowned companies across the globe, including: The Guangzhou Ballet, Los Angeles Chamber Ballet, The Banff Centre’s Festival Dance, Soloist with Alberta Ballet. This extensive professional experience afforded Alexis the opportunity to collaborate with world-renowned teachers, artistic directors, and choreographers. This background has cultivated her exceptional keen eye for technique, choreographic ingenuity, and artistic subtleties-- qualities she now eagerly passes on to her students. Alexis's enduring passion for classical ballet translated seamlessly into a rewarding career in education. She is enthusiastically dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge within the discipline and holds a certification with the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD). For the past seven years, Alexis has been a cornerstone of ballet education in the Bow Valley, helping students achieve a high level of excellence in RAD examinations, regional competitions, and local productions. In addition to her dance certifications, Alexis holds a B.A. in Urban Studies from the University of Calgary and is a certified yoga instructor, bringing a holistic perspective to movement and wellness. Alexis embraces all artistic pursuits, from culinary adventures to literary endeavors. She cherishes her life outside the studio, working hard to keep up with the wonderful, wild adventures and antics of her husband and two sons. We are delighted that this is Alexis' seventh season sharing her expertise and passion with Canmore Dance Corps. 
Meghan Brown
Acro - Jazz - Lyrical - Tap Administrative Assistant Certified teacher with Acrobatic Arts Certified Yoga Teacher with AFLCA Certified in American Barre Technique Certified in Progressing Ballet Technique University degree in Kinesiology Meghan's journey with dance began at a young age, nurturing a lifelong passion for the art form. She trained as a competitive dancer throughout her schooling in her hometown of Red Deer, continuing to expand her knowledge base during her university years while earning her Kinesiology degree. Meghan is a highly enthusiastic and dedicated instructor with a diverse skill set. Alongside her training and expertise in Jazz, Tap Contemporary and Ballet, she holds teaching certifications with Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) and Acrobatic Arts. Meghan is also a certified Yoga Instructor, teaching fitness and yoga classes at various establishments in Canmore. Currently a busy mother to two young children, Meghan is frequently involved in children's programming throughout the community. She is committed to sharing the joy of dance and sparking passion in young dancers. Beyond the studio, Meghan enjoys crafting, creating of all kinds, and aerial silks (hanging upside down from the rafters!). This marks Meghan's seventh season with Canmore Dance Corps, where she also serves as an administrative assistant. 
Katrina Finnigan
Ballet - Modern - Preschool & Kindergarten University BFA in Dance Certificate in Kinesiology and Sports Studies Certified in C-I training Certificate with SiDI (Safe in Dance International) Katrina's exciting movement journey began right here in Canmore at the age of three. Joining Canmore Dance Corps at seven, she flourished, training competitively in an array of styles including ballet, modern, jazz, lyrical, hiphop, tap, acro, and cabaret. While nurturing a deep love for classical technique, Katrina successfully completed her Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) examinations up to Advanced 1 and attended the Alberta Ballet School's professional intensives for five years. Katrina's artistic path took a thrilling contemporary turn after attending an intensive at Placement Berlin in Germany, leading her to graduate with a BFA in Dance from the University of Calgary. Katrina’s commitment to dancer well-being shines through her Kinesiology and Sports Studies Diploma from Red Deer Polytechnic. This expertise ensures her teaching is firmly rooted in anatomy, promoting longevity and injury prevention. Katrina's true passion is teaching! Starting as a teaching assistant at age 12 with Miss Jill, she quickly realized her talent for mentoring, and began instructing her own classes at 16. She thrives on helping children blossom both as dancers and confident individuals. Her pedagogical reach is wide, encompassing private and public classes, and specialized work in rhythmic gymnastics with the Alberta Sports and Recreation Association for the Blind and Special Olympics. Always prioritizing safe practice, Katrina is certified in Levels 1 & 2 of C-I Training (conditioning-with-imagery) and has achieved the Healthy Dance Practice Certificate with Safe in Dance International (SiDI), certifying her as an international leader in healthy dance instruction. When Katrina manages to sneak away from the studio, you might find her nannying for local families, fulfilling her crucial role as Miss Jill’s favourite cat sitter, or enjoying a cozy moment with a good book, coffee, and opera on her record player. This marks Katrina's fifth season on the staff of Canmore Dance Corps. |
