Welcome to The Dance Collective
About
The Dance Collective is a dance studio based in Bryanston, Johannesburg, offering exceptional dance training in a welcoming, inspiring, and professional environment. We specialise in RAD Ballet and Modern Dance for children from the age of 3 and offer all aspects of Modern such as Contmeporary, Jazz and Lyrical.
Our experienced and passionate teachers are dedicated to guiding each dancer on their individual journey, building strong technical foundations while encouraging artistry, confidence, and self-expression. At The Dance Collective, we believe in excellence without pressure, where discipline meets creativity, and joy remains at the heart of every class.
We are committed to developing not only skilled dancers, but confident individuals who feel seen, supported, and inspired through the art of dance.
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teachers
Lisa Jayne Fine
Lisa has been immersed in the world of dance and performing arts since childhood, studying ballet, tap, modern, jazz, contemporary, drama, and musical theatre. She further honed her craft at the renowned London Studio Centre, where she completed a three-year program and earned a Diploma in Performing Arts. Following her studies, Lisa spent a decade touring internationally with productions such as Spirit of the Dance, performing across the UK, Las Vegas, China, New Zealand, Europe, and the United States, as well as on Holland America cruise liners. She also appeared in various theatre productions, commercials, corporate events, TV adverts, and music videos, based in London. In 2005, Lisa relocated to South Africa, where she continued to work as a dancer, model, and actress. Her work included performances in theatre shows, spectaculars, TV commercials, and films, as well as appearances in fashion events such as South African Fashion Week. Lisa ran her own event entertainment company, Centre Stage Entertainment, for five years. In this role, she conceptualized and choreographed for numerous corporate events. Her expertise and reputation led to invitations to guest judge at dance competitions such as the Dance World Cup, WLDF, PULSE, and the Dance School Championships, experiences she found immensely rewarding. Throughout her career, Lisa has taken on a range of roles, from performer and Dance Captain to Company Manager for international productions like Le Grand Cirque, Moscow Circus, Spirit on Broadway, Hannah Montana LIVE, and RED – The Indian Dance Spectacular, staged at Joburg Theatre and Artscape, Cape Town. A certified Ballet Teacher with the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD), Lisa is also trained in tap, modern, jazz, and Irish dance and completed all of her examinations with British Ballet Organisation (BBO) and ISTD. She has taught at various dance studios and has a deep passion for guiding young dancers. Watching her students grow and succeed is one of her greatest joys!
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Tanner Bond
Tanner is an internationally recognised choreographer and South African dancer and performer, proudly representing her protea colours on both local and global stages. With a deep passion for sharing her love of dance, her training spans Jazz, Modern, Ballet, Contemporary, Lyrical, Tap, Musical Theatre, and Hip-Hop. She has competed and achieved success at prestigious international competitions including IDO in Poland, the American Dance Awards in New York, and DanceStar in Croatia, as well as at leading competitions across South Africa. Her work has captivated audiences and judges in over 12 countries, taking her from local stages to world-class international studios. Her expertise and passion for teaching have led her to work with dancers throughout Europe, Russia, and the United Kingdom, as well as connecting with eager students online in Poland, Sweden, Germany, Slovakia, and Norway. Her philosophy is rooted in technical mastery combined with creative freedom… igniting precision, flexibility, confidence, and performance magic in every dancer she mentors. She believes in pushing boundaries, nurturing individuality, and creating meaningful artistic experiences that inspire dancers to reach their full potential. Ready to push boundaries and create something extraordinary… let’s dance.
Testimonials
Lauren Van Der Zanden
Most amazing ballet school. Each of our girls have received individual attention. The teachers go above and beyond for their students. I highly recommend this ballet school. A ballet school par excellence.
Jane Cherniak
Weekly Modern dance classes with Teacher Lisa-the highlight of my girls week! Super fun classes, amazing music and moves, what a little gem this dance studio is! Thanks Ladies for your dedication and passion for teaching that makes it all so worthwhile!
Brooke Greenhill
Madison has been attending Baby Ballet classes for over six months now and she just loves it! The teaching is technically perfect and the classes are so much fun whilst progressing their students in the discipline of ballet quickly.
Bronwen Singlam
Lisa exudes the characteristics of what is required to be a professional Ballet dancer and have the innate ability to translate and impart her skills and knowledge for a younger audience who are at the very early stages of their Ballet journey. Her passion, patience and love of Ballet translates in every pointed toe, Plie and curtsy. Lisa has created a warm and loving environment which enables learning through the enjoyment of this beautiful art of dance.
Tanya Barnard
My daughter absolutely loves her ballet lessons! It is a relaxed and encouraging environment, perfect for little ones. She's learnt so much in the few months she's been going and can't wait to get started again. Taught by two beautiful dancers themselves!
Leanda-Marsha Mtshali
“The Dance Co is a wonderful dance school operated by professionals who teach ballet and modern with passion and attention to detail, always expressing warmth and enthusiasm towards their students. My daughters have loved their many years of learning ballet here. The teachers have always shown support and care for my girls in a nurturing and safe environment. I highly recommend their studio.”
Fees
1 x lesson per week
- Per Term
2 x lessons per week
- Per Term
Unlimited lessons per week
- Per Term
Contact
- Naturally Yours Health Centre, Main Road, Bryanston, Johannesburg, South Africa
Contact us by email or Whatsapp/ Call to book your child's trial lesson.
