The GS Team

Ashley Goddard-Kabakos

Director and President

Acro, Aerial Hoop & Silks, Hip Hop, Jazz, Lyrical, Strength & Flexibility, Conditioning

Certifications Include;

Acrobatic Arts; Module 1, 2, Aerial & Back Handspring, AcroDance Pre-School, Aerial Arts Hoop by Acrobatic Arts, Aerial Silks by Acrobatic Arts, DMA, Progressive Ballet Technique,

Alixa Flexibility; Module 1 & 2, A.D.A.P.T,

Strong by Zumba.

I have been dancing since the age of two and have trained in many styles and genres of dance and musical theatre. Since the age of 16, I have nurtured a successful career as a professional dancer, and have even had the pleasure of travelling around the world doing what I love. I have had the privilege to work with some of the industry’s top choreographers, Sean Cheeseman, Marty Kudelka, and Jeff Dimitriou to name but a few.

I grew up in Surrey, England and studied at The Royal Academy of Dance and Julie Sianne Theatre Arts. I trained in RAD and ISTD Ballet, and ISTD Tap and Modern Theatre Dance. I am a graduate of Tiffany Theatre College, where I achieved my diploma and my ISTD Modern Teaching Associate – I was one of the youngest students to have achieved this.

Growing up, I featured in various television shows and commercials and at the age of 8, I landed my first role in “Scrooge the Musical” at London’s West End Dominion Theatre.

When I wasn’t performing I was competing. I was deemed All England Champion in four different categories - Jazz, Tap, Character and Contemporary, and was honoured to receive the Musicality Award at the 2004 ISTD Ballet Awards.

I have continued to dance professionally, and have developed my portfolio to include accomplished Choreographer and Producer. Recent career highlights have included performing at the Ed Mirvish Theatre, Toronto, The Fallsview Casino, Niagara Falls, and Toronto’s prestigious Princess of Wales Theatre.

All whilst pursuing yet another passion. The passion to teach.

Through the years I have taught a variety of classes and styles at various dance schools, all of which I have thoroughly enjoyed, although the classes always seemed to end so quickly which left me feeling that I was unable to get everything that I had planned done. It was then that I came to the realization that time and class size play crucial roles in learning to dance, that and of course dedication.

Goddards Studio, for those who want more.

What I want for Goddards Studio is to take everything that I had learnt and experienced in my career and apply it to how our students will be taught and how the studio is run. Shaping it into something completely different.

Get lost in the dance, not in the class.

A wonderful mantra we have adopted at Goddards and a belief very dear to my heart. No child should be left at the back of the class, every student deserves their teachers undivided attention. Our well rounded programmes and classes here at the studio will be capped at only eight students, and more time per class has been granted. I want to ensure success in each and every class and help your child learn and progress with confidence. Less students and longer classes makes for the perfect winning combination.

I have been lucky enough to have the constant support and encouragement from my family which has pushed me even further as a dancer, and helped mould me into the person I am today. The world of dance is constantly changing and developing, I am still learning to this day and my love and passion for the arts continues to grow and evolve.

"We are committed to both our students and our parents and we can’t wait for you to be a part of our family.

Your child will grow up in a studio that is based on grace, passion, respect and determination".

Stephen Michael Kabakos

Stephen (otherwise known as Steve Michaels) has been a successful professional entertainer for over two decades. Based out of Milton, Ontario, his passion and love for music and acting has taken him all around the world, and has continued to be the driving force behind his extraordinary accomplishments.

He has had the privilege to work with two of England’s top producers – Bill Kenwright and Laurie Mansfield of London’s West End, starring in the musical “This is Elvis”, where he performed over 200 shows in six months.

His most recent successes include starring in the hit concert musical “Return to Grace” at the Princess of Wales Theatre, Toronto, where he and a cast of over 31, performed to more than 10,000 audience members.

In 2001 Stephen created his production company, TVB Productions, which has successfully created many theatre shows and concert presentations over the past 20 years.

Creating Goddards Studio with his wife, Ashley, is a huge, exciting endeavour one that he hopes you will become a part of.

Stephen Michael Kabakos

In 2001 Stephen created his production company, TVB Productions, which has successfully created many theatre shows and concert presentations over the past 20 years.

Creating Goddards Studio with his wife, Ashley, is a huge, exciting endeavour one that he hopes you will become a part of.

Miss.Nicole Studio Administrator

Nicole is the cornerstone of our studio's operations, serving as both the administrator and manager. Her meticulous attention to detail ensures that every aspect of our operations runs smoothly. From scheduling and coordinating events to managing communications and handling administrative tasks, Nicole's hard work is invaluable to our team.

Her dedication and organizational skills not only keep our studio in top shape but also create a welcoming and efficient environment for our dancers and their families.

We are incredibly fortunate to have Nicole as part of our studio family, and her contributions are an essential part of our success.

Miss. Ashley Recreational Director

Ashley brings a wealth of experience, passion, and dedication to our studio, having worked closely with dancers and their families since the beginning of Goddards. Her approach focuses on ensuring that every dancer, regardless of age or skill level, finds joy, growth, and inspiration through dance.

Ashley's approach is inclusive and nurturing. She believes in creating a positive and supportive environment where dancers can explore their potential, develop their skills, and build lasting friendships. Under Ashley's direction, our recreational dance classes are designed to inspire creativity, build confidence, and promote physical fitness in a fun and engaging way.

Whether you're a beginner or looking to improve your skills, our recreational dance program offers something for everyone.

Our Dance Instructors

Mr. Dwayne

Originally from Trinidad and Tobago and you may have seen Dwayne in his Hip Hop performances on “So You Think You Can Dance Canada” and various big-screen projects like “Zombies,” “Descendants,” and “Step Up 4” along with 2 seasons on the hit tv series “The Boys” for Sony and Amazon. He has shared stages with icons like Drake, Rihanna, and Justin Bieber. As a creator he crosses over into many areas of influence but his true passion is getting involved in dance education and fostering community outreach across North America. He love mentorship and inspiring a new generation of dancers.

Check out some of the collaborations Ihe has done with large brands linked below. His community is 66% female identifying and his audience is primarily Millenials and Gen Z. Dwaynes followers are mostly centered in Toronto, LA and New York and their interests include music, clothing, shoes, Family, art & design and more.

Miss. Lisa

Lisa is a multi-faceted performer working in Toronto, Ontario. She is a highly sought after professional dancer specializing in ballet to hiphop, latin to breakdance (and everything inbetween).

Lisa can be seen on T.V in “Zoey’s extraordinary playlist”’ What we do in the shadows”, Shadow Hunters”, “The Expanse”, “Disneys “Sneakerella”, and The Rocky Horror Picture Show(Remake)”. She acted in feature films including “Silent Hill 2”, “Jean of the Joneses”, “Shall We Dance” (starring Richard Gere). Lisa was honoured to be a finalist in the first season of “So You Think You Can Dance Canada”, after gracing the Mirvish stage as Cheetah in “The Lion King”. She has shown her prowess dancing in music videos for Katy Perry,Janelle Monae, Jully Black, Kreesha Turner, Shawn Desman and more. She has performed at the PanAm Games Ceremonies in Guadalajara and Toronto. She took to the Four Seasons Stage in “Nixon in China” and “Aida” for the Canadian Opera Company.

When she is not performing, Lisa is teaching, working, choreographing and adjudicator across Canada.

Miss. Lianne

Lianne is a professional dancer, teacher and choreographer based out of Toronto. She has performed in 'Bend It Like Beckham' The Musical with Starvox Entertainment and 'FAME' with Just For Laughs in Montreal. She has choreographed and danced for the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, as well as performed for artists including Keshia Chanté and Blake McGrath. She can also be seen in the Netflix Original Grand Army.

Lianne is recognized for her work ethic, versatility and performance quality. She is an honours graduate of

the Performance Dance program at Ryerson University, where she received extensive training in technical disciplines including ballet, contemporary and jazz. Upon her graduation, she has been training and teaching a variety of more commercial disciplines such as jazz funk and heels.

Lianne has been on faculty at the industry’s leading studios for many years and is now the owner of Mission Vision Purpose Inc, also know as MVP Dance Co., a dance studio for adults of all levels. Hardworking, creative and enthusiastic, she is always striving to learn something new and pass it on to her many students across the country.

Miss. Sarah

As an adjudicator and passionate full-time dance instructor, with over 20 years of experience in the industry, Sarah wholeheartedly believes in dance’s power to positively impact the dancer. That belief led her to train in the fine arts dance program at the Toronto Metropolitan University, as well as the teacher training program at Canada’s National Ballet School.

Sarah is an Examiner with International Dance Arts Syllabus and holds her associate teaching qualifications with Cecchetti Canada and the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing, and is an affiliate of the Professional Adjudicators Alliance. Her background in Cecchetti Ballet and experience with the Royal Academy of Dance and Vaganova technical training styles allow her to connect the historical archetypes of dance to the needs of the contemporary student.

Miss. Brittany

With over a decade of experience as a dance teacher & choreographer of all levels from beginner recreational to advanced competitive. Brittany is certified ADAPT & Acrobatic Arts, as well as an AcroDance Preschool instructor. Brittany has spent the last 8 years in Oakville as a Competitive Dance Director where, through her commitment to each dancer’s long term growth as artists & teammates, she has led studios to achieve Top Studio, Top Choreography, Dance-Off Championships, Top Studio Spirit & more. She is always looking for new ways to continue her professional development in an effort to bring the best instruction to her students. Brittany enjoys connecting with dancers & studios from all over & she finds great value in guest teaching, adjudicating & choreographing.

Prior to graduating from York University’s Dance Education program in 2015 & her Bachelor of Education from Trent University in 2017, Brittany trained in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Modern, Contemporary, Lyrical, Hip Hop, Musical Theatre & Vocal. While performing & competing, she also completed extensive examinations, including Cecchetti Classical Ballet & in Jazz and Tap through the Associated Dance Arts for Professional Teachers (ADAPT). Brittany has had the honour of working with notable teachers such as, Richelle Kinley, Mr. Brian Foley, Lauren Van Gijn, Ashley Miller (McNeil), Glenn Gilmour & John Ottman, to name a few. Brittany’s days as a young dancer helped her develop an eye for excellence & attention to detail.

For Miss Brittany, dance class is where high energy meets high standards in technique, artistry & performance. After years of mounting countless polished, entertaining & award-winning routines, Brittany is proud of the life skills that every one of her students learns during their time together each year. Working together to ensure every dancer has a chance to soar & exceed their highest expectations, Miss Brittany is excited to instill a love of dance in each and every one of her dancers at Goddards.

Miss. Kelsea

An award winning choreographer, musician, educator & performer, Kelsea has over 16 years of experience in the performing arts. From a young age, she knew her passion was within the arts. Kelsea is a proud alumni of O’Neill CVI’s Performing Arts Program. She furthered her education at York University with a Bachelor of Arts training in Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Modern, Contemporary, Hip Hop & Musical Theatre, as well as a Bachelor of Arts Minor in Instrumental Music and Bachelor of Education.

In relation to her dance training, Kelsea has extensive music training as a drummer and percussionist. She has toured Nationally & Internationally performing in an award-winning jazz band. She has had the privilege to perform for audiences in Venice, Florence, Rome, Chicago, New York, Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto & more. Kelsea has performed in highly sought after venues such as The Hard Rock Cafe, Canadian Parliament & Professional Sports Games. She has accompanied live dance & choir performances, as well as competed in National Music Competitions. Kelsea strongly believes that her love of music, drumming & rhythm has drastically improved her tap teaching, choreography & knowledge of rhythms & musicality. Kelsea has many notable accolades & awards when it comes to her professional dance career. She is a member of the Canadian Tap Team & had the honour representing Canada at the IDO World Championship in Germany where she became a World Medalist. She has trained with Everett Smith (SYTYCD Canada) as a performer in his professional tap company 'Bringing Tap Back'. She has also had the pleasure of dancing with Savion Glover (Happy Feet) & Chloe and Maud Arnold (Syncopated Ladies) throughout her years of training.

She has been a teacher & choreographer for many successful students both in the competitive & professional dance industry. Many of her students have transitioned into the professional dance world both as performers & educators. Several have gone on to University Dance Programs & Teams, as well as Raptors Dance Pak, Team Canada, World Performers, Canada’s Wonderland & more. Kelsea enjoys sharing her passion & knowledge with future generations of dancers & looks forward to an amazing season ahead!

Miss. Jasmine

Jasmine Best is a ballet instructor that is dedicated to helping each student develop their full technical & artistic potential. She is a member & accredited ballet teacher, being an associate member of the CDTA & is certified in Conceptual Dance Education.

Born in Mississauga, Ontario, she has studied the foundations, progressions & execution of classical ballet techniques for over 16 years. Jasmine found her passion for ballet at the early age of 2 & constantly seeks opportunities to advance her proficiency. Since then, she has gained a solid technical foundation, holding a teaching certificate in Vaganova & formally training in the ballet schools of RAD, Vaganova, the ABT curriculum & BATD. This has allowed her to prepare (pre-ballet - vocational level) ballet students for RAD examinations, competitive performances, auditions & professionalism in post-secondary dance programmes. While competing & performing around Canada, she has received high praise for her artistry & performance skills, being trained by Lynn Morrison, Natalia Romanova, Amanda Peterson, Ciprian Campianu, and Rajka Kupesic. She has also performed in the annual Nutcracker with Ballet Jörgen. This led to her being the first junior international ambassador for Brown Girls Do Ballet.

Her love for performing inspired her to fuse performance techniques into all of her ballet classes. While continuing her learning in the art of ballet, Jasmine aspires to instill a healthy approach to ballet, physically & mentally in her students with her radiant & energetic teaching style.

Ms. Lorin

Lorin is a certified Mat Pilates Instructor and Holistic Nutritionist. Has trained 10 years in competitive dance and has taught it for over 4 years. Lorin also has training with a renowned contemporary ballet company in Toronto, performing in two full-length productions and touring Spain.

She represented Team Canada in the IDO world championship in South Africa winning many awards in her years dancing. Currently, she is a professional dancer with a contemporary company based in Toronto. Lorin finds immense joy in teaching, where she cherishes the opportunity to witness her students' growth and development year after year!

She strives to always bring out the best in each and every one of her students.

Miss. Anysa

Anysa started her young years off as a gymnast, but eventually found her way into dance at the age of 14, after watching her younger sister hit the stage. She trained in many styles, including Jazz, Contemporary, Lyrical, Ballet, Pointe, Hip Hop & Acro. Anysa also represented Team Canada at the Dance World Cup, being selected to perform in the Contemporary & Ballet categories.

Throughout university, she continued her dance training. She was a member of the Guelph Gryphons Dance Pak, a competitive university dance team that competed against other Canadian varsity teams throughout Ontario. In her fourth, and final, year she took on a captain role where she was responsible for organizing & leading the team. Anysa holds an Acrobatic Arts module one and module two certification and has taught styles such as Acro, Jazz, Lyrical technique & more.

Miss. Carley

Carley started dancing at the age of 3 and quickly developed a love for it from the moment she took her first class. She trained competitively with Sues’ Dance Centre from the age of 6 until she graduated at 17. She trained in jazz, ballet, acro, lyrical, hiphop, pointe & musical theatre. After finishing highschool & leaving her home studio, she went away to Brock University for school. Carley joined the university dance team where she had the opportunity to both dance for the schools varsity team as well as teach to other university students on weeknights for their recreational program. She loved that she had the opportunity to continue doing something she loved, it brought a piece of home to her while she was away for four years. After finishing her undergraduate degree, Carley’s path took her to UofT where she got her Masters in Teaching & gained her Ontario Teaching Certificate. Nearing the end of her graduate studies, Carley knew she wasn’t ready to give up dance completely & was very fortunate to have the opportunity to teach for two childhood friends who opened a new dance studio in Aurora, ON. Before moving to Milton, Carley worked at Dynamic Dance Company for 2 years teaching various styles to dancers in the primary, junior & senior levels. While working under their direction, Carley also received her “Acrobatic Arts Module 1” certification.

Dance has always been one of Carley’s biggest passions in life & it continues to be something she has loved into adulthood. With the knowledge she brings from the classroom setting, Carley hopes to spark a love for dance in the students that she works with. She is absolutely thrilled to be part of the Goddards family & looks forward to bringing her years of experience into the studio.

Miss. Julia

Julia started recreational dance at the age of 5, from there she quickly discovered her love for dance & performing, which led her to begin dancing competitively. Julia has had extensive training in all styles of dance including ballet, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, hiphop, tap & acro. Throughout her years of training Julia grew very fond of competing in both jazz & tap. She has competed & attended multiple competitions & conventions in both Canada and the US, where she has been recognized for many achievements. She has also had the privilege of representing Team Canada at the Dance World Cup in Spain, with World Performers Canada Inc, where she brought home both a silver and bronze medal.

Julia has always loved teaching dance. From a young age she was always eager to assist dance classes in various styles, in hopes that one day she would have her own classes & students to pass her passion and love of dance on too. She is currently completing her undergraduate degree at the University of Guelph majoring in Child & Youth Development. She hopes to inspire the next generation of dancers using the information she has learned in school, as well as her experience growing up in the dance environment. Julia is so excited & honored to be a part of Goddard's faculty & can't wait to share her knowledge with all the dancers, both recreational & competitive.

Miss.Katerina

Originally from Oakville, Ontario, Katerina is an aspiring dancer & choreographer, passionate about sharing her art with others. As a Centennial College Dance Performance Diploma Program graduate, she has training in multiple dance styles, including contemporary, modern, lyrical, ballet, jazz, acrobatics, hip-hop, commercial, waacking, breaking, & house. Katerina is hard-working and dependable, with an ambitious mindset.

She is a multi-talented & creative dancer, who pushes artistic boundaries with her energetic performance and detail-oriented choreography. Katerina is passionate about teaching and aims to create an open & welcoming environment where dancers can push their creative limits. Constantly striving to be the best version of herself, she is always open to new opportunities that support her growth as an artist and a person.

Miss.Kim

Aerial Hoop & Aerial Silks

In the realm of dance, Kimberly’s journey is truly extraordinary. What began as countless hours spent as a devoted dance mom, cheering for her daughter’s aerial arts performances, soon transformed into a passionate pursuit of her own. Driven by an insatiable curiosity and a fearless spirit, Kimberly discovered a profound love for aerial arts. She embraced the challenge of the aerial hoop, ultimately earning her certification with Aerial Arts by Acrobatic Arts.

Today, Kimberly channels her enthusiasm into perfecting a diverse array of aerial hoop and silk techniques, committed to offering her students a nurturing and growth-oriented experience. Her deep-seated affection for the hoop and dedication to her craft radiate in every class she teaches, inspiring those around her with the same joy and commitment that fueled her own remarkable journey.

Miss.Mairead

Vocals & Piano

From a young age, Mairead’s passion for music was evident. At just five years old, she took her first steps into the world of singing with a local choir, sparking a lifelong love for the art. She further honed her craft through Belcanto studies with Kirsten Pelchat and pursued advanced training in both voice and piano with esteemed instructors in Milton and Toronto.

Mairead’s musical journey has been marked by numerous performances, from solo recitals to choir engagements, earning her several awards and medals at local music competitions, where she has achieved first place in multiple categories. Beyond her private studies, she is currently advancing through upper-level exams with the Royal Conservatory of Music while also completing her undergraduate degree in Political Science at McMaster University in Hamilton.

Mairead's dedication to her dual passions of music and academics reflects her commitment to excellence and her vibrant artistic spirit.

Our assistant dance teachers are essential members of our dance family, playing a crucial role in nurturing and guiding our younger dancers. Their dedication and passion for dance are evident in every class, rehearsal, and performance.

In the studio, our assistant teachers provide invaluable support to our primary instructors, helping to ensure that every dancer receives the attention and guidance they need to excel. They bring a wealth of knowledge and experience, fostering a positive and encouraging environment where young dancers can thrive.

Outside the studio, our assistant teachers are there every step of the way. Whether it's calming nerves before a big performance, helping with last-minute costume adjustments, or cheering on our dancers from the sidelines, they are a constant source of support and encouragement. Their presence at competitions and recitals helps to create a sense of unity and camaraderie, reinforcing the idea that we are all part of one big dance family.

Our assistant dance teachers embody the spirit of our studio, bringing enthusiasm, expertise, and a deep love for dance to everything they do. We are incredibly grateful for their commitment and the positive impact they have on our dancers' lives.

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