Our Teachers...

Hello! I’m Jennifer, Miss Jenny, Principle, and proud to say this is my dance school...

WELCOME!

I’m originally from Catford South East London, but have recently, in 2026 moved to Bedford with my little boy Frankie.

JYSDANCE Bedford coming soon!

I started dancing at the age of 5 doing ballet and tap. While working my way up the grades, my Mum took me to my dance lessons religiously on the 284 bus every week, Catford to Crofton, for more than a decade.

I then took up dance at Lewisham College; first completing A-Level Dance, then a foundation course in ballet, contemporary and jazz. This was alongside regular street dance lessons at Pineapple Dance Studios. The opportunity to train at a vocational university never aligned for me, but I continued dancing recreationally up through my twenties - Dance was the  anchor I could always come back to. 

At 27 I decided to go back into education, gaining a Diploma in Dance Education (DDE) in Classical Ballet and Modern Theatre, through the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing. It was the best thing I ever did…

I now work within the profession that was my first and only real passion as a young person. I teach, I choreograph, I lead, I manage, I work musically and mathematically, rhythmically and think critically. I work with children of all ages, teenagers, and some fabulous adults! I

continue to learn through CPD, through experiences, but mostly I learn best through the students I have worked with over the last 14 years. I have taught in Dance schools across London and beyond, and the vocation has had the most profound  impact on my life as a working professional.  

The moral of my story is this - You don't need to have a career in Dance set set in stone from the get go.  Our doors are open to anyone who wishes to welcome the enjoyment of dancing into their life.  All you need is passion, consistency, and someone who has your back throughout the journey!

And parents, that’s where you come in.

My Mum… 284 bus… every week, without fail. 

Sometimes the bus was late! Sometimes it never even came! (It was the 90's!) and sometimes  I didn't feel like going! But my Mum was committed, even if when I was not!- She was my constant, reliable, advocator, and has shaped me into the Miss Jenny I am today - a passionate teacher, dance enthusiast, artist and educator.

Dancing is where I feel at home, unlike the school classroom that I struggled in... I would call myself fabulously neurodiverse!- Chaotic and complex, but simple in so many other ways. 

In the dance studio I feel safe and seen.

My small team of dance colleagues are able to support me, especially as I grapple new motherhood, and it’s a magnificent thing.

So there’s my story. No crazy credentials, big jobs,  names or companies, just a human who loves to move to music and inspire others along the way.

Our school ethos is - 'DANCE IS FOR LIFE'.  Dance in discipline, in celebration, in sorrow and in love!

So here we are! Welcome to our school!

And thank you Mumma-

Gillian Yhip 1940-2024

Hello! I'm Miss Alicia and I teach across both sites at JYSDANCE, as well as having an admin role within the school.

I started dancing as a little 3 year old in a pink tutu, and haven't looked back since! After spending my childhood progressing through the ISTD ballet, tap and modern syllabi, I went on to train professionally at Italia Conti Arts Centre from 2018-2021. Here I gained my Level 6 Diploma in Musical Theatre, as well as my ISTD Diploma in Dance Education.

After graduation, I enjoyed a colourful career as a professional dancer and performer. Some of my favourite credits include dancing on the parades at Disneyland Paris, playing Princess Jasmine and Princess Aurora in various UK touring pantomimes, and getting creative in the recording booth for voice over and character work!

Having transitioned over to teaching full time, I can confidently say that I absolutely adore my job and the joy it brings both myself and the students. I strive to bring the best out of every learner, and work with them to reach their full potential. I want to encourage a generation of strong, happy, confident dancers. Dancers who try their best, work hard, but definitely have fun!

I look forward to seeing you in the studio!

Hi, I'm Miss Daisy and I teach on Fridays at JYSDANCE!

I began my dance journey at just 3 years old, enjoying all different styles of movement and music. I later went on to train professionally at London Studio Centre, completing a 3 year dance degree with specialism in ballet and contemporary dance.

Since graduating, I have performed in several touring shows, as well as appearing in TV and film. Some of my credits include 'House of the Dragon', 'Rebecca' and 'Slow Horses'.

I have been teaching ballet, tap and modern for a number of years, as well as contemporary dance and acrobatics. My close work with the English National Ballet as an associate artist has developed my passion for classical movement even further, and I hope to encourage my students to share the love of ballet with me in our classes!

I have also had the opportunity to guest teach at vocational performance colleges such as Urdang and Liverpool Media Arts, choreographing and working with a range of ambitious dancers. 

All of these wonderful experiences have broadened my working knowledge as a teacher and given me invaluable practical time in the studio working with young people across the country. I'm thrilled to be apart of the JYSDANCE team, and to be bringing the love of movement and dancing to all!