Graduate of the Royal Academy of Dance, Leah teaches Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical, Contemporary, Tap, and Musical Theatre. Her career as a dancer, musical theater performer, and award-winning choreographer has taken her to cities like Victoria, Toronto, and New York. With an M.Ed. in Educational Leadership and training as a Waldorf Educator, Leah brings a deep understanding of childhood development to Warmland Dance, which she founded in 2014, earning multiple awards for innovation and excellence.

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​​Leah@warmlanddance.ca

Adriana graduated from the Faculty of Dance at Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná in 1994. She is an internationally recognized teacher and choreographer in classical ballet, jazz, and tap dance. Adriana was also the owner of Centro de Artes Adriana Digiovanni in Brazil, where she made significant contributions to the dance community.

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​Adriana@warmlanddance.ca

​Anna has been dancing for 14 years, training in RAD Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical, Contemporary, Acro, Hip Hop, Stage, and Musical Theatre. She has learned from internationally renowned choreographers and dancers, known for her dedication to musicality and technique. Anna began performing at age 5 in the Moscow Ballet's Nutcracker, has danced in Disneyland, and competed internationally. She now trains under Ms. Leah and assists in classes, inspiring dancers to express themselves creatively.

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​Anna@warmlanddance.ca

​Anja, a Cowichan Valley native, trained in ballet, jazz, tap, modern, lyrical, and contemporary dance, and performed in musicals with the Cowichan Musical Society.

She honed her skills at top dance conventions like Coastal Dance Rage and Jump Dance, and summer intensives with Fusion Dance Company and Harbour Dance Centre.

Anja’s credits include performing in Disney’s Descendants. A certified Dance Cirque instructor, she’s excited to bring this dynamic style to Lake Cowichan this fall.

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Anja@warmlanddance.ca

Sarina holds a diploma in Musical Theatre from Randolph College for the Performing Arts, a BFA in Drama from the University of Calgary, and a B.Ed. from UBC.

With over 15 years of experience, she has taught various dance styles, acting, music, and musical theatre across the country. Sarina has also served as Creative Director of Music and Director of Musical Theatre at a performing arts academy.  She is dedicated to providing engaging, high-quality education that fosters creativity and self-confidence.

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musicaltheatre@warmlanddance.ca

wayofplay@gmail.com