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MEET THE TEAM
Our team is a great blend of experience coming together with passion and dedication to provide a quality instruction and a fun enviroment for dancers of all ages.

Julie Barban

Wilson Klodt Wong
Wilson Klodt Wong is not only a seasoned performer but also a passionate dance instructor with a wealth of
experience in the performing arts. His extensive career on stage and screen has equipped him with a deep
understanding of movement and expression, which he now imparts to aspiring dancers of all levels.
Wilson's journey into the world of dance began alongside his successful acting career. He has honed his craft through various productions and performances, mastering a diverse range of dance styles and techniques. His notable stage credits include “Monkus” the lead in “Journey to the West” which premiered in New York at the New York Musical Theatre Festival, Iron Road, - a groundbreaking bilingual (Cantonese and English) Canadian opera, which garnered critical acclaim and multiple award nominations. He has also been the Dance Captain in “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” (Stratford Festival) and Fight Captain for “Peter Pan” (RPPI) alongside Kurt
Browning. Wilson's career has taken him across the globe, touring Canada multiple times and performing overseas.
In addition to his extensive stage credits, Wilson has demonstrated his choreographic talent through notable productions, including choreography for “Guys and Dolls” and “Oklahoma”. His innovative choreographic style blends classical techniques with contemporary flair, captivating audiences and enriching theatrical
experiences.
In addition to his stage career, Wilson has contributed to the film and television industry, where his
understanding of movement has enriched his on-screen performances.
As a dance instructor, Wilson is dedicated to nurturing creativity, discipline, and confidence in his students.
Drawing from his extensive stage experience, he brings a unique blend of technical expertise and artistic
expression to his classes. Wilson believes in fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment where
dancers can explore their potential and discover the joy of movement.
Wilson specializes in teaching a variety of dance styles, including: Hip Hop, Jazz, Lyrical, Contemporary,
Musical Theatre Dance, Ballroom, Salsa, Tap, Cultural Dance (e.g., traditional Asian dance forms).
His multifaceted background allows him to offer comprehensive instruction tailored to each student's abilities and interests.

Lisa Irvine
(Tiny Stars, Stars, Musical Theatre)
Lisa Irvine is the Kinder teacher for Skyline Dance Studio. She loves working with children, watching them learn and grow.
She is also an Educational Assistant, working mainly at Stuart Baker and Archie Stouffer Elementary Schools.
Lisa ran a daycare for 8 years, looking after children from 4 months to 8 years of age.
She took dance in highschool, participated in musicals, and was a student producer. She enjoys helping others reach their full potential.
Lisa has three children of her own as well as several pets. She enjoys dancing, baking and being with her friends and family.
Lisa is excited to be teaching ages 2-5 years at Skyline!

Jody McGurrin
(Tap, Musical Theatre)
Jody started dancing at age 3 and couldn’t wait after taking ballet and jazz to start tap at age 8. She continued her studies in ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical, and hip hop and began competing at both regional and national competitions. Trained in all disciplines of dance, Jody obtained certification as a jazz and tap instructor with the British Association Teachers of Dance (B.A.T.D.). Jody has over 30 years teaching experience in all disciplines at both the recreational and competitive level in dance schools and community recreational programs across Ontario ranging in ages from 3 years to adult. As a performer, Jody has performed in T.V. variety shows, various fairs and concerts, performed at the C.N.E., and as a dancer in Canada’s 125th Birthday Experience Canada “Spirit of a Nation Tour”.
Jody is excited to be a part of the Skyline team and share her love for dance in a positive and fun environment with her students and the community.

Rachel Joanis
(Acro, Jazz)
Rachel Joanis started recreational gymnastics at the age of 2 and began training competitively at the age of 7. When she was 12 years old she enrolled in her first dance class where she immediately discovered her love and passion for the sport and decided to audition for the competitive team at Danceworks in Mississauga.
She was accepted onto the part-time competitive team where she continued for a few years before moving into the full-time competitive team despite her late entrance into dance. As a competitive dancer, she was trained in multiple disciplines but excelled in Acro due to her background in gymnastics. She continued to nurture her love for Acrobatics and Gymnastics through coaching and was a recreational gymnastics coach at Futures Gymnastics in Mississauga for three years.
Through amazing friends and connections since moving to Haliburton, she was thrilled to be offered an opportunity to join the teaching staff at Skyline Dance Studio as the Acrobatics teacher late last season and was thrilled to get back into the dance world. She will be furthering her studies and aim to be certified through Acrobatic Arts, a highly regarded acrobatic teacher training program. Her goal is to get accredited in other disciplines as well. “I want to help guide Skyline Dance Studio and our dancers toward success with a positive attitude and fresh perspectives and spread my passion for dance along the way!”
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