Meet our Dance Teachers
Miss Emily
Emily Kheissy
Miss Emily is Teacher Principle and the Director of Dance Lab.
- Member of The Southern Federation of Dance
- Qualified teacher in The Federation Association of Teachers of Dancing
- Qualified teacher in Southern Federation of Dance
- Certificate 3 in Dance
- 2303AAB Performing Arts
Miss Mistie
Mistie Fisher
- Licentiate of Cecchetti Ballet
- Certificate 3 in Dance
- 2303AAB Performing Arts
- Qualified Acrobatics Arts Syllabus
- L.C.B.A – C.I.C.B
Miss Taylor
Taylor Fraser
- SFD Association Member
- Scimm Dance Company “Platforms” 2015-2018
- Advance 2 Cecchetti Examination
- Level 10 Southern Federation of Dance Jazz and tap
Miss Sarah
Sarah Schoknecht
Movement has always been integral to Sarah’s life. She trained full-time in classical and contemporary dance, earning a Bachelor of Dance from the Victorian College of the Arts. Throughout her dance journey, Pilates played a crucial role and became a passion in itself.
After transitioning from dance to Pilates instruction, Sarah has amassed over 10 years of teaching experience. Her deep understanding of anatomical movement informs every session, allowing her to tailor her approach to each client’s needs. A natural problem solver, Sarah is passionate about helping people of all levels move with confidence and get the most out of their bodies.
- Bachelor of Dance
- Diploma of Professional Pilates Instruction
- Practicing member of the Pilates Association Australia.
Miss Meg
Meg Howell
- SFD Association Member
- Advanced 2 Cecchetti Examination
- Level 10 Southern Federation of Dance Jazz and tap
ALL TEACHERS AT DANCE LAB ARE FIRST AID TRAINED AND HOLD CURRENT WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECKS
Our Dance Studio
The Dance Lab Studios are conveniently located in Somerville on the Mornington Peninsula. As such, we are just a short drive from Frankston, Mount Eliza, Langwarrin and Pearcedale, with some students from even further afield. The Facility features two Dance Studios a reception with parent waiting area and full kitchen. Limited off road parking is also available, especially handy for parents with younger children
Our Facilities
We built our studios from scratch in 2015 and offer state-of-the-art floors and facilities to ensure our dancers not only have an amazing space in which to learn, but that they are also safe at all times. Our facilities include:
3 purpose-built dance studios with wall length mirrors and fitted Barres.
All floors are sprung, 2 with Tarkett flooring and 1 timber floor studio (where all tap classes are held).
All 3 studios are equipped with commercial sound systems for the best quality music.
3 x 15 metre Acrobatics mats.
Air Track mat
Keyboard and stand.
Meals and full kitchen area with microwave and refrigerator.
Changing rooms, private change spaces and lockers.
Reception area.
Students love coming to Dance Lab as it is a place where they can “hang out” with their dance friends, have meals or study between classes.
Our receptionists ensure not only a warm welcome but can provide the information and answers you may need.