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Bel Williamson
Principal

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Qualifications:
CSTD Modern Jazz Diploma
BA Business (marketing/IT)
First aid Certificate
Blue Card
With over 40 years of dance experience, Bel leads Northside School of Dance with warmth, passion, and a lifetime of knowledge.
Bel started dancing at just 3 years old, training in Ballet, Jazz, and Tap, and completing exams across every style. She holds her CSTD Modern Jazz Teachers Diploma and is a proud full member of CSTD. With a BA in Business (IT and Marketing), Bel brings both creativity and a clever business sense to everything she does.
In 2011 and 2012, Bel travelled to New York to complete an intensive teacher program with Broadway Dance Centre — soaking up new choreography and fresh teaching ideas to bring home to her students.
A Clayfield local and former Clayfield College student, Bel understands our community and loves creating a space where every dancer feels supported, encouraged, and part of the family.
Her biggest goal? To share her love of dance and help each student grow in confidence, skill, and joy — both on and off the stage.

Marc Clayton
Studio Manager

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Qualifications:
CSTD Modern Jazz Diploma
Progressing Ballet Technique Accredited
Perfect Form Phsiotherapy Training
First aid Certificate
Blue Card
Meet Marc, our incredible studio manager at Northside School of Dance. With over 25 years of dance experience and an impressive performance background, Marc brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to our dance family.

From his outstanding performances with renowned ballet companies like Qld Ballet, Australian Ballet, and Ballet Theatre Qld, to captivating audiences at Disneyland and Universal Studios, Marc's talent shines on the biggest stages. His dedication and excellence have also been recognized through exceptional results in exams for the RAD and CSTD dance syllabus.

But Marc's qualifications extend beyond his remarkable performance career. He currently holds his CSTD Modern Jazz Teachers Diploma and is a fully qualified personal trainer, ensuring a holistic understanding of dance and physical fitness. He immerses himself in workshops and classes, staying up-to-date on the latest trends and styles, especially in his passions for hip hop and musical theatre, which he constantly seeks inspiration for in the heart of New York.

Marc's commitment to quality dance education shines through his certification as a Progressing Ballet Technique teacher. This specialized training allows him to guide our students in perfecting their ballet skills and technique in innovative ways.

With his energetic and fresh approach, Marc's classes are a true delight for our students. He ignites their passion and helps them excel in all dance styles. Marc's expertise and dedication make him an invaluable asset to our Northside School of Dance family.

Lauren Couch
Teacher

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Qualifications:
Jazz Diploma
Tap Diploma
First aid Certificate
Blue Card
Lauren commenced dancing over 20 years ago at the Carolyn Gilby Dance Centre. During this period her love of dancing and singing lead to her participating in dance concerts, eisteddfods, and overseas performances. Since 2018 she has brought a broad knowledge and versatility to the studio along with teaching experience in many different genres. Lauren’s qualifications include Teachers Certificates (CSTD Jazz, Tap, Theatrical & Performing Arts, and Classical Ballet) as well as Teachers Diplomas (CSTD Jazz and Theatrical & Performing Arts). She has also completed RAD Classical Ballet exams (Advanced 2 and Grade 8).

Mia Hughes
Teacher

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Qualifications:

First aid Certificate
Blue Card
Training since the age of 3, Mia joined Flipside’s performance troupe when she was 11, specialising in tumbling and group acrobatics. Her recent performance We Live Here, won the Matilda Award for best physical theatre.

With an impressive 7 years coaching experience, Mia has consistently showcased her exceptional teaching talents, earning the admiration and gratitude from both students and colleagues alike.