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(905) 327-1439

Niagara Dance & Fitness Studio

Niagara Dance & Fitness StudioNiagara Dance & Fitness StudioNiagara Dance & Fitness Studio
  • Home
  • About Us
    • About Us
    • Dance Instructors
    • Studio Updates
    • Calendar
  • Dance Programs
    • Recreational Program
    • Competitive Dance Program
    • Fitness Program
    • Ballerina Birthday Party
  • Online Boutique
  • Contact & Register
  • PARENT PORTAL
  • NDFS & Team Canada

Meet Our Creation Team

Dance Instructor
Dance & Fitness Instructor Niagara

Rena Panetta

Rena Panetta

Rena Panetta

Ms. Rena brings 15 years of dance education experience with both recreational and competitive students to NDFS. Ms. Rena has been trained in Jazz, Tap, Acrobatics, Musical Theatre, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Contemporary and Ballet and has dedicated herself to passing on her love of all genres to all ages, 3 to Adult. Rena believes in safe, struct

Ms. Rena brings 15 years of dance education experience with both recreational and competitive students to NDFS. Ms. Rena has been trained in Jazz, Tap, Acrobatics, Musical Theatre, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Contemporary and Ballet and has dedicated herself to passing on her love of all genres to all ages, 3 to Adult. Rena believes in safe, structured progressions to maintain the physical well-being of her students for the rest of their lives and in such, holds certifications through Acrobatic Arts and Alixa Flexibility. Rena also attended George Brown's Commercial Dance Program broadening her performance versatility in dance, vocal performance and acting. Rena prides herself on

 age appropriate,  well-rehearsed choreography and her dances/dancers have received numerous awards because of this. As well she has received several choreography awards. Ms. Rena is looking forward to another amazing year with her NDFS family.

Sam Rennie

Rena Panetta

Rena Panetta

 Ms. Sam has been dancing since she was 6 years old, and was a competitive dancer since she was 11 year old. Samantha has been actively working in a variety of intensive camps such as Hollywood Summer dance Tour, and Entrepreneur, Dance/Conditioning Camps.  Ms. Sam has  graduated from George Brown College from their Commercial dance progr

 Ms. Sam has been dancing since she was 6 years old, and was a competitive dancer since she was 11 year old. Samantha has been actively working in a variety of intensive camps such as Hollywood Summer dance Tour, and Entrepreneur, Dance/Conditioning Camps.  Ms. Sam has  graduated from George Brown College from their Commercial dance program. Ms. Sam will be working with our competitive division. She always makes  sure each student can leap to new heights. Her dancers have won numerous awards and scholarships, as she brings fresh current choreography to the stage.  Most recently at "Shine Dance Competition" Ms. Sam won the Choreographer award for both the Junior and Senior Division. We welcome back Ms. Sam as this is her 6th season with NDFS.

Dance Instructor
Dance & Fitness Instructor Niagara

Kim Franic

Rena Panetta

Kim Franic

Ms. Kim Franic began her dance career at the age of 4. By the age of 8, she was a competitive soloist and team dancer. She represented Canada at the world level, bringing home many awards and participating in guest appearances.Ms. Kim was also graded under the RDA in Tap & Jazz and Highland SDTA. It was during her experience as a Teacher’

Ms. Kim Franic began her dance career at the age of 4. By the age of 8, she was a competitive soloist and team dancer. She represented Canada at the world level, bringing home many awards and participating in guest appearances.Ms. Kim was also graded under the RDA in Tap & Jazz and Highland SDTA. It was during her experience as a Teacher’s Assistant in her teen years that Kim decided teaching dance was her passion. She pursued dance studies at York University, Ballet Jorgen, Randolf Academy as well as countless conventions and workshops. Ms. Kim’s well-rounded dance training consists of tap, jazz, musical theatre, baton, ballet, modern, and highland dance. In 1995, Kim returned to Niagara to bring her love of dance to her community –teaching recreational and competitive classes. She founded Niagara’s Twirling Maple Leafs and became a member of TU and NBTA. In recent years,  Ms.Kim has volunteered her time to teach dance at local elementary schools, youth groups, as well as assisting with school musical productions. With  Ms.Kim’s 26 yrs of teaching experience, she continues to enjoy inspiring today’s dancers. 

Dance Instructor
Dance & Fitness Instructor Niagara

Molly MacQueen

Molly MacQueen

Molly MacQueen

Ms. Molly has had a passion for dance since the early age of 3 and is trained in jazz, lyrical, contemporary, and ballet (including pointe). Molly has been a proud member of the NDFS family since 2013 and has been privileged to work under the direction and guidance of  Ms. Brenda. Molly has trained at NDFS and has passed all  of her CDTA 

Ms. Molly has had a passion for dance since the early age of 3 and is trained in jazz, lyrical, contemporary, and ballet (including pointe). Molly has been a proud member of the NDFS family since 2013 and has been privileged to work under the direction and guidance of  Ms. Brenda. Molly has trained at NDFS and has passed all  of her CDTA ballet exams with Honours. Most recently she just received her Advanced Certificate. Molly has been dancing competitively since the age of 8. In the last 7 years she has won numerous special awards, overalls, and scholarships in various locations  such as L.A and New York City. In 2018, Molly received the “Best All Around Dancer” award at Starbeat.  Most recently, 2019 Molly was awarded the highest score for the entire competition at "Shine" for her lyrical solo "Fall for you"  Molly’s numerous scholarships have given her the opportunity to work with many world renowned choreographers. Molly is now sharing her love  of dance with young dancers at NDFS. She is a sweet and caring teacher who loves working with children and helping them grow as young dancers. 

Julianna Watt

Molly MacQueen

Molly MacQueen

Ms. Julianna discovered her love for dance at the age of 4 when her parents enrolled her in her first ballet class with Ms. Brenda. Julianna has been a proud member of the NDFS Family since the studio opened 10 years ago and has been privileged to work under the direction and guidance of Ms. Brenda and her talented teachers. Julianna cont

Ms. Julianna discovered her love for dance at the age of 4 when her parents enrolled her in her first ballet class with Ms. Brenda. Julianna has been a proud member of the NDFS Family since the studio opened 10 years ago and has been privileged to work under the direction and guidance of Ms. Brenda and her talented teachers. Julianna continues to study a variety of dance disciplines including Lyrical,Jazz,Contemporary and Ballet including Pointe. She has taken all of her ballet examinations  with the CDTA and has passed with Honours. Most recently, she has  passed her Intermediate  Classical ballet examination with Honours (2020).   In 2019, Julianna received the highest scoring awards for both Ballet and Lyrical at Starbeat. She as well has won numerous awards, and scholarships to LA and New York. Julianna is always striving to grow and develop as a dancer and now as a teacher and choreographer. Leading by example through hard work and determination, Julianna is looking forward to inspiring and sharing her passion with others. Julianna is excited to become an instructor at the place where she discovered her love of dance.

Victoria Borsodi

Molly MacQueen

Victoria Borsodi

Ms. Victoria began her dance journey at the age of 3, and it has been an important part of her life ever since. Victoria has been a proud member of the NDFS family since the studio opened 11 years ago. Victoria trained in jazz,  lyrical, contemporary and ballet, including pointe and has been privileged to work under the direction and guid

Ms. Victoria began her dance journey at the age of 3, and it has been an important part of her life ever since. Victoria has been a proud member of the NDFS family since the studio opened 11 years ago. Victoria trained in jazz,  lyrical, contemporary and ballet, including pointe and has been privileged to work under the direction and guidance of Ms. Brenda. Victoria has completed all her CDTA ballet examinations and passed with Honours. Victoria danced competitively from the age of 13-19, receiving numerous special awards, scholarships, and overalls with her team. In 2015, Victoria was one of 24 to qualify for Team Canada competing at the World Dance Championship in Poland. Victoria graduated from NDFS in 2017 and continued her dance journey competing with the University of Guelph's Dance Program from 2018-2020. Now that Victoria has completed her undergraduate degree, she is eager to return to the studio to share her love of dance with the young dancers at NDFS.

Jessica Clout

Tehya Wess Gardner

Victoria Borsodi

Emily Basic

Tehya Wess Gardner

Tehya Wess Gardner

Dance has been an integral part of Emily’s life since she began at the age of 3. She was a dedicated dancer in both recreational and competitive programs for 20 years and now continues to share her love of dance with her students.

Emily has been vigorously trained in RAD ballet, pointe, jazz, lyrical, hip hop, musical theatre, and contempo

Dance has been an integral part of Emily’s life since she began at the age of 3. She was a dedicated dancer in both recreational and competitive programs for 20 years and now continues to share her love of dance with her students.

Emily has been vigorously trained in RAD ballet, pointe, jazz, lyrical, hip hop, musical theatre, and contemporary throughout her career. During her post-secondary education, Emily continued dancing competitively with Brock Badgers Dance Pak — competing against other university dance teams nationally, and achieving placements in top 5 overall schools multiple times. Post graduation, Emily was also Head Coach of the Brock Badgers Dance Pak for 2 years. 

Emily has been teaching recreational and competitive classes since 2012. Her routines have won numerous special, choreography, and overall awards.

Emily strives to provide a structured and enjoyable atmosphere for every student that walks in the door. She is excited to continue sharing her passion and love for dance with the NDFS community!

Tehya Wess Gardner

Tehya Wess Gardner

Tehya Wess Gardner

BIO- AND PICTURE TO COME

Jayla Mathews

Andrea Jaramillo

Andrea Jaramillo

Jayla Mathews has been a dancer since the age of 3, quickly becoming involved in all genres of dance at a competitive level at 8 years old. During her years of dance, she was the recipient of many awards while attending dance workshops as well as throughout the competition circuit as an ensemble member and solo performer, including ‘Top S

Jayla Mathews has been a dancer since the age of 3, quickly becoming involved in all genres of dance at a competitive level at 8 years old. During her years of dance, she was the recipient of many awards while attending dance workshops as well as throughout the competition circuit as an ensemble member and solo performer, including ‘Top Star Soloist’ in 2016. Currently, Jayla completed her fourth year at Brock University, studying to become a high school teacher in both history and dramatic arts departments. While completing her studies at Brock, Jayla was given the title of President of Brock’s Urban Hip Hop club along with being the choreographer of their competitive team for the 2021/22 season. 

Jayla began her choreography journey beginning with the musical ‘Footloose’, presented by Innovative Arts in 2014. From that moment on, she continued to create pieces both for fun and performances, as her love for dance only grew. In 2018, she went on to earn her full teaching certification with Acrobatic Arts. This syllabus is designed to teach Acro safely and effectively in dance studios, providing hands on training opportunities for upcoming teachers. Soon after, Jayla began choreographing at her childhood studio for the competitive circuit as an acrobatic teacher. Recently, Jayla has been a student of the International Dance Mentorship, participating in workshops and tutorials focusing on the genre of hip hop. This mentorship allowed her to be mentored by industry professionals around the world, including Carlo Darang, director of Choreo Cookies based in San Diego. This program allowed Jayla to be trained in the fundamentals of hip hop, while also learning about the dance industry as a whole. Jayla is thrilled to be a part of the NDFS faculty and share her dance knowledge.

Andrea Jaramillo

Andrea Jaramillo

Andrea Jaramillo

Andrea is an energetic, passionate and skilled Zumba Instructor with over 10 years of experience teaching Zumba. She is also certified by CanFit Pro as a Fitness Instructor Specialist and trained in CPR and AED

Nidhi Shree

Andrea Jaramillo

Nidhi Shree

Nidhi  has been dancing since the age of 3. Because of her love for dancing, she joined a dance school in India where she learned 'Kathak' an Indian Classical Dance Form. Following her passion, she has trained in various schools in India. She has been performing since the age of 12 and started teaching to all age groups from the age of 18

Nidhi  has been dancing since the age of 3. Because of her love for dancing, she joined a dance school in India where she learned 'Kathak' an Indian Classical Dance Form. Following her passion, she has trained in various schools in India. She has been performing since the age of 12 and started teaching to all age groups from the age of 18.

Nidhi will be bringing BOLLYWOOD STYLE of dance to NDFS.

Classes starting in January. Contact the studio for more information


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