Royal Academy of Dance
RAD registered teacher with the knowledge and certification to guide students through the full RAD ballet syllabus from Pre-Primary through to Advanced.
Meet Leigh-Anne.
RAD and AIDT certified principal teacher, founder of Hooked On Dance, and the reason students come back year after year.
The founder
Leigh-Anne Gorrie
As a dynamic Head Dance Teacher at Hooked On Dance, Leigh-Anne Gorrie has a wealth of knowledge, passion and over 17 years of dedicated dance teaching experience — a highly respected figure in the dance community.
Leigh-Anne holds prestigious certifications from both the AIDT (Association of International Dance Teachers) and the RAD (Royal Academy of Dance), as well as a National Diploma in Dance Teaching from TUT (Tshwane University of Technology) — a testament to her profound understanding of diverse dance methodologies and her unwavering commitment to excellence.
Leigh-Anne's journey in dance has been a multifaceted one, evolving from a dedicated student to a celebrated teacher, innovative choreographer and even an esteemed examiner.
This comprehensive background allows her to approach dance education with a unique perspective, understanding not only the technical intricacies but also the artistic expression and the rigorous demands of professional standards.
Her insights as an examiner provide invaluable guidance to students aspiring to higher levels, ensuring they are well prepared for any challenge.
Qualifications
Trained to the highest standard.
Leigh-Anne's formal qualifications underpin every class at Hooked On Dance — from the warm-up to the exam syllabus.
Association of International Dance Teachers
AIDT certified teacher, examiner, and registered facilitator — qualified to assess and train both students and fellow dance educators.
Tshwane University of Technology
Formal dance education training from TUT, providing a strong academic and pedagogical foundation for classroom delivery across all age groups.
In her students' words
The impact speaks for itself.
"My daughter started ballet at HOD at age four. She has become confident, disciplined, and genuinely proud of herself. That is Leigh-Anne's doing."
— Ballet parent
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