Claire founded Base Dance Performing Arts Academy (BDPA) in 2008 with a simple goal, to share her love of dance and create a place where young people can grow in confidence, skill, and community. With over 30 years of experience, Claire is a qualified teacher and GCSE Dance tutor, educated across multiple dance genres, acrobatics/hoop, and cheerleading. She is passionate about seeing every student progress, while also training teachers, mentoring her staff and continuing her own learning.

Outside of the studio, Claire volunteers as a Police Cadet Leader for Lancashire Constabulary, where she helps young people develop life skills and confidence beyond the world of dance.

For Claire, BDPA is more than a studio, it’s a family where achievements are celebrated, friendships are built, and every dancer has the chance to shine.

Hello, I’m Chris, the Business Director of BDPA.

I’ve been Bboying since 2008, I'm an advocate of Hiphop and use my reach within the Community, Local Partners and our events program to share this to the wider audience. 

Certified in Acrobatics Arts 

Certified in Education and training L3

Special Needs Coordinator L3

 “When you learn, teach. When you get, give.”

Welcome Desk Staff Member & Senior Teacher Assistant 

Miss Beccy has been dancing for over 18 years in styles such as Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary and Modern. Beccy has a D*D*D* from LIPA Sixth Form College and is due to graduate from Edge Hill University with a degree in Dance. She has over 3 years teaching experience with Base-Dance and is a qualified Acrobatic Arts teacher. Miss Beccy will be starting a PGCE in Dance for secondary education in September.

Sophie has a passion for dance and has been dancing for over ten years in a variety of different styles such as, commercial, contemporary, ballet, tap, jazz, acrobatics and cheerleading. Sophie is a qualified coach and is experienced in coaching a competitive cheerleading team and has been working with young dancers for 3 years. Whilst studying at Base Dance Sophie achieved a grade 9 in GCSE Dance and she is currently continuing her dance education at Rare Studio Liverpool.

Nikki currently coaches and assists the cheerleading classes at base and has a level 1 cheerleading coaching qualification. She has been dancing for over 10 years in ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary and cheerleading and joined base dance around 3 years ago. She was part of the contemporary competition team for two years and studied GCSE dance at BDPA achieving a grade 8. She is now currently studying a BTEC dance course full time at Rare Studio Liverpool.

Hello, I am Scarlett I have always had a love  for dance since the age of 2 years old training in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Acrobatics, Lyrical, Contemporary and Acrobatics. I am now currently teaching Ballet, Tap , Jazz and Acrobatics classes within the studio. Over the years I have helped out and taught in BDPA, I have developed a passion to pass on my knowledge and teach others within the dance setting to allow them to grow as dancers and watch their progressions every week. While training at BDPA, I received a Grade 7 in GCSE dance and currently continuing my journey at LMA in Liverpool. In the future, I am currently looking at different Universities to further my education to eventually run my own dance school and pass on my knowledge and training BDPA has provided me with.

Abbi is a professional dancer, teacher and choreographer from the North West. She has trained in a variety of styles since a very young age, with her main focus being on street dance styles. Her training has taken her all over the world, to LA, Poland, Italy and more, to train with some of the best teachers and choreographers in the industry.

Abbi has over ten years teaching experience at a variety of dance studios, schools & colleges across UK, and is the founder of Platform- Manchester hip hop choreographers theatre show and dance events. 

Professional Credits include: Rita Ora, George Ezra, AITCH, Slowthai, Pa Salieu, X Factor, Nike, Adidas, JD Sports and more.

Originally from Scotland, Rachel moved to the North West 2 years ago. 

Rachel completed her Advanced BTEC National Diploma in Performing Arts at Newcastle College where she studied singing, acting, and dancing. Rachel went on to study her BA Hons Degree in Dance at The Scottish School of Contemporary Dance. Since graduating, Rachel has worked alongside 'National Dance Company Wales' and 'Shaper/Caper Dance Company' as a dancer. Rachel had the privilege of working overseas for 7 years with 'The Experience Department' as an Entertainment manager and performer. During these contracts, Rachel has also had the opportunity to work as an actor for 'Birmingham Royal Ballet' and worked as a TV supporting artist for major TV streaming productions. Rachel has decided to pursue her career in teaching after an extensive professional performance lifestyle. Rachel is currently studying her PGCE in Secondary Education in Dance.

Rachel brings with her a wealth of experience, having trained professionally across all dance genres and earned a National Diploma in Professional Dance. She also holds teaching qualifications in Cecchetti Ballet and ISTD Modern. 

Her extensive career includes performing as a dancer and singer in various touring shows around the world, including Disneyland Resort Paris. After 10 successful years in the spotlight, Rachel transitioned into teaching, where she’s been inspiring young dancers to follow their dreams for the past 9 years.

Specializing in ballet, Rachel has worked with students of all ages in numerous schools, colleges, and universities across the UK, proudly maintaining a 100% pass rate for examination entries. Her passion for dance shines through in everything she does, and she is dedicated to helping each student achieve their personal best. We're excited for all the inspiration and expertise Rachel will bring to our dance community!

I’ve been dancing for over 20 years, and it’s been the biggest joy of my life. From performing on national stages to teaching in the studio, dance has taken me so many places and introduced me to incredible people along the way. I love sharing not just the technique, but also the energy and fun that comes with moving to music and telling stories through dance. Teaching has been especially rewarding, helping dancers of all levels grow more confident and expressive is something I’ll never get tired of. Now, I’m so excited to be starting this new adventure with BASE! I can’t wait to bring my experience, creativity, and love for dance into this next chapter.