“As a parent, I cannot speak highly enough of Miss Sam and the impact she has had on our three daughters over the past five years. From the moment they walked into her classes, she created a warm, welcoming and supportive environment where they felt comfortable, valued and encouraged to be themselves.
Her nurturing nature, patience and genuine care for every child are what set her apart. She has a wonderful ability to bring out the best in her students, building not only their dance skills but also their confidence, resilience and love of performing.
Miss Sam celebrates each child’s achievements, no matter how big or small, and makes every student feel important. Our daughters have formed so many wonderful memories under her guidance and have grown both as dancers and as young people because of her encouragement and belief in them.”
ALI– Parent of SCARLETT, NELLIE AND AUDREY
“I had the pleasure of Sam taking me on as an assistant dance teacher. From the second I began, Sam was much more than just a mentor on how to teach dance. She was kind, compassionate and good fun to work with.
Sam taught me the importance of creating a safe, supportive space where everyone feels valued and there is never a silly question. Her passion for dance is infectious, and her genuine love and care for her students shines and goes beyond just dance classes.
It was a pleasure to learn from and work beside Sam and any student who has the opportunity to learn from her is truly fortunate. I couldn’t recommend her more highly and am so excited to see her thrive in this next chapter. I have no doubt that her new studio will be an incredible place filled with the same love, encouragement and excitement that she has always created.”
My daughters have had the privilege of dancing with Miss Sam and Miss Chelsea for several years, and in that time they have become so much more than dance teachers—they are trusted mentors and treasured friends.
Finding a dance school that combines exceptional technical training with a genuinely supportive and welcoming environment is rare, but that is exactly what they have created. Their passion for dance shines through in every class as they encourage each student to grow in confidence, develop strong technique and embrace their own creativity.
What truly sets them apart is the culture they have built: inclusive, body‑positive, family‑oriented and focused on nurturing happy, confident young people. My daughters have not only become better dancers, but have also developed friendships, resilience, self‑belief and a genuine love of performing. We are incredibly grateful to be part of such a caring and inspiring dance community and couldn’t imagine a better place for our girls to learn, grow and thrive.
RACHEL – Parent of Soraya & Saskia
More than a mentor – a role model
TIANA – Assistant Teacher
WHAT ARE OTHERs SAYING?
At Evolve Dance Collective, families are at the heart of everything we do.
Our studio is a place where children feel safe, included and encouraged to be themselves, while building strong dance foundations and lifelong confidence.
Testimonials
ALISON – PARENT OF CLARA & BRIDIE
Over the past two years, both of my daughters have had the privilege of learning ballet with Miss Sam from the age of two, and I cannot recommend her highly enough. From their very first classes, she created a warm, nurturing and encouraging environment where they felt safe, supported and excited to learn.
She has an incredible ability to build confidence in very young dancers while still maintaining high standards of technique. Even at a young age, my girls were taught correct posture and foundations that have helped them grow both as dancers and as individuals.
One of the most remarkable things has been watching their confidence flourish. Through Miss Sam’s patient guidance and positive encouragement, they have become comfortable performing on stage and genuinely enjoy sharing their love of dance with an audience. Her choreography, music and costume choices are always age‑appropriate, which was very important to us as a family.
As a parent, I have always appreciated her professionalism, clear communication and dedication. She keeps families well informed, is approachable and supportive, and makes both parents and children feel valued and included. Our daughters have gained not only dance skills, but also confidence, discipline, resilience and lasting memories. We are incredibly grateful for everything Miss Sam has done and would wholeheartedly recommend her to any family looking for high‑quality ballet training in a positive, caring and inspiring environment.
Beautiful beginnings for our youngest dancers
Growing dancers and young leaders
We couldn’t be happier with the incredible impact Miss Sam has had on our daughter’s dance journey. Under her guidance, we have seen remarkable growth not only in Isabella’s technical ability, but also in her confidence, resilience, love of dance and overall self‑belief.
Sam has a unique ability to nurture and encourage each child while maintaining an exceptionally high standard of training and choreography, even with her youngest dancers. She creates a positive, supportive and inclusive environment where every student feels valued, capable and seen, and her communication with families is always professional, thoughtful and genuine.
One of the most impressive aspects of Sam’s teaching is her commitment to developing leadership and mentorship. We have watched her guide older dancers as they work alongside younger students, helping them build confidence, leadership skills and teaching capabilities. She fosters a culture of encouragement, respect and teamwork, creating role models who inspire the next generation of dancers.
From competitions and performances to her artistic vision in choreography and costume design, every detail reflects her passion, creativity and commitment to excellence. We are incredibly grateful for the dedication, care and positive influence she brings to every student she teaches.
Here’s what some families & Students say about their past experience With Miss Sam....
CAROLYN – Parent of ISABELLA
A classroom where every child is truly seen
As a dancer in my youth and now a school teacher, I have a deep appreciation for the often challenging world of the dance industry. Sam brings something truly special to this space—she is deeply committed to protecting her students from unnecessary pressure by leading with encouragement, care and a highly individualised approach to learning.
My daughters are very different in personality and needs, yet both have formed a genuine and lasting connection with Sam that reaches far beyond the studio walls. In moments of self-doubt and personal challenge, she has consistently met them exactly where they are, thoughtfully adapting lessons and timetables wherever possible to support our circumstances.
In doing so, she hasn’t only ensured my daughters felt seen and heard—she has extended that same understanding and care to me as a parent.
Sam is the reason my girls have fallen in love with dance. Her passion, integrity and unwavering dedication to her students are truly unparalleled, and I feel incredibly privileged to have been part of her teaching journey. I have no doubt this new studio will flourish under her guidance and become something truly special for the families it serves.
CAROLYN – Parent of Isabella
KIM – PARENT OF FREYA & TASMYN
Feeling safe, seen and supported
An inclusive, body‑positive dance community
Feeling safe, seen and supported
An inclusive, body‑positive dance community
More kind words from families
A love of dance that’s lasted 9 years
“My girls began their dance journey as young children, with Sam. She welcomed both of my girls with open arms and, through her supportive and nurturing approach, they have gained self‑confidence, strong dance foundations and an everlasting love of dance that they still have 9 years later.”
AMY, Parent of Mackenzie & Matilda
The change in Jayla in just seven months was incredible. Sam is a nurturing teacher who makes her students feel safe and cared for, and provides an environment where they flourish. We are very excited for her new dance school, as Jayla has already told us she wants to go back to Miss Sam!”
We can’t wait to come back
FIONA, Parent of Jayla
Independent, confident little performers
“Miss Sam taught both of my girls their very first ballet classes and made them feel comfortable and confident from the very beginning. Seeing them perform on stage for the first time, knowing their choreography without needing a teacher side stage guiding every move, was incredibly special.
ALYSHIA, Parent of Delilah & Ella
“Samantha showed remarkable patience in helping my daughter overcome her separation anxiety, always reassuring her that the studio was a safe and caring environment. Over the years I’ve watched her confidence grow, and I truly believe that journey would not have been the same without Miss Sam by her side.”
From separation anxiety to confidence
EMMA, Parent of Taylah‑Jayde
Seeing her true potential shine
My daughter had the wonderful Miss Sam for 4 years. What she learnt in that time was absolutely incredible and her confidence just bloomed on stage each year. My daughter loves being on the stage performing and I truly believe Miss Sam is the reason for that. Miss Sam always knew her potential, even before I did."
RACHEL, Parent of Aria
Watching our daughter grow with Miss Sam has been an incredibly special journey. From the very beginning, she made the studio feel like a warm and supportive second home where every student is valued. Through this experience, Emma has developed a lifelong love of dance, deep resilience, and confidence that extends far beyond the studio walls.
A second home for our daughter
TANIA, Parent of Emma
Ready to join our dance family?
If you’d love your child to grow in confidence, make new friends and discover a genuine love of dance in a supportive, inclusive studio, we’d be honoured to welcome your family to Evolve Dance Collective.