Welcome to Happiyo Academic
S: One Step at a Time, Nurturing Growth Every child’s journey is unique, filled with endless possibilities. At Sure Dance, we bridge the gap between teachers and parents, creating a nurturing ecosystem where children can thrive. Our focus is on fostering a safe, joyful, and inspiring environment that allows every child to grow confidently and happily.
U: Celebrating Unique Individuality We believe every child is unique, with their own talents and potential. We build diverse platforms tailored to their unique needs. At Sure Dance, we don’t just teach—we inspire, empower, and celebrate each child’s learning journey, helping them bloom into their best selves.
R: Empowering to Reach Brighter Future
Empower children to dream boldly. We provide top-tier educational resources, and create opportunities for children to explore, innovate, and shine. At Sure Dance, we’re not just shaping dancers—we’re shaping futures.
E: A Future Full of Promise with Elite
We are committed to future growth, innovation, and excellence. Where every step you take with us brings you closer to your goals, whether it’s building strength, improving flexibility, or simply finding joy in movement. Together, we will light the way for future development filled with confidence, creativity, and possibilities.
Rebecca: Inspiring the Next Generation of Dancers
Rebecca is a highly accomplished dancer, choreographer, and dance educator with a passion for empowering students through movement. Specializing in Jazz Funk, Hip-hop (old school & new school), K-pop, contemporary dance, and Chinese dance, with years of experience teaching at leading dance institutions across New Zealand, Rebecca has guided countless students to success. Known for her dynamic teaching style and innovative choreography, she consistently helps her students achieve outstanding results in competitions. Rebecca is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of dancers, offering expertise in Jazz Funk, Hip-hop, K-pop, and choreography.
Education and Achievements：
- Proficient in Jazz Funk, Hip-hop (old school & new school), K-pop, modern dance, and Chinese dance. Dedicated to both stage performance and dance education
- Holds Street Dance Instructor Certifications (Level 4-5).
- Specializes in Jazz Funk, Hip-hop, K-pop, and Choreography.
- Teaches at multiple dance institutions in New Zealand, nurturing and known for her distinctive teaching approach and successful competition results.
Yue: A Versatile Dance Educator and Performer
Yue is an experienced and versatile dance instructor with a rich background in both teaching and performance. Specializing in ballet, contemporary dance, Chinese dance, Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT), and ballet stretching techniques, she is passionate about delivering high-quality dance education to students of all ages. With over six years of local teaching experience, she has an impressive 100% pass rate for her students in RAD examinations. Offering courses in RAD ballet, contemporary dance, Chinese dance, and private lessons,
Education and Achievements:
- With years of teaching and stage experience, she brings a wealth of expertise to both children’s and adult classes.
- Specializing in ballet, modern dance, Chinese dance, as well as Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) and ballet flexibility training.
- Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Dance Performance. and a Master’s degree in Dance Studies from the University of Auckland.
- showcasing her exceptional dance talent in international showcases and performing on the stage of the Spring Festival Gala.
Maggie
A highly qualified and accomplished dance instructor, she is a certified Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) teacher and a registered teacher with the Beijing Dance Academy Graded Examination Center. Proficient in RAD grading syllabus with a 100% pass rate for students.
Extensive experience in dance instruction and participation in various dance competitions.
Successfully guided students to achieve outstanding results in numerous dance competitions.
Education and Achievements:
- PBT Certified Teacher, RAD Registered Teacher (in progress)
- Beijing Dance Academy Registered Teacher
- Advanced Chinese Ethnic and Folk Dance Teacher
- Award-Winning Choreographer (12th TaoLi Cup)
- RAD Exam Specialist (100% pass rate)
- Proven Track Record: Successfully guided students to excel in numerous dance competitions.
- Join her classes and benefit from her expertise, passion, and
dedication to dance education!
Betty
A highly accomplished and passionate ballet instructor with over 50 years of teaching experience! Trained in Classical Ballet, Spanish, Classical Greek, and National/Character dance, Miss Blake has dedicated her life to nurturing dancers of all levels, from beginners to advanced performers. Join her classes to learn from a true master and ignite your love for dance!
- Completed RAD ballet exams from Primary to Advanced 2 and majored in multiple dance styles.
- Danced professionally and taught RAD exam work, competition preparation, and performance awards.
- Recognized as a Fellow of the South African Society for the Advancement of Dance and an RAD Mentor.
- Taught master classes worldwide, including in the USA, Europe, Japan, and South Africa.
- A dedicated and inspiring instructor committed to sharing her love and knowledge of dance.
Joanna
A globally experienced dance artist, researcher, and teacher with over 13 years of national and international expertise. With a passion for nurturing both artists and technicians, Joanna brings a unique, personalized approach to her teaching. Join her classes to explore the art of dance and unlock your full potential!
- Worked internationally with renowned dance-makers such as Jason Winters (JWCT), Rafael Bonachela (SDC), Erica Sobol, Danielle Ohn (KCDC) etc.
- Holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Dance Studies (with distinction) and is pursuing a PhD in choreography and multimodal dance practice.
- Teaches at Red Studios and The University of Auckland, focusing on nurturing both artists and technicians.
- Tailor lessons to each student’s unique needs, fostering creativity, growth, and technical excellence.
- Believes in encouraging and extending every student individually, creating a joyful and supportive learning environment.
Grace
Meet Grace, a dynamic contemporary dancer and choreographer from New Zealand, blending movement, text, and vocals to create captivating performances. With a rich background in diverse dance styles and interdisciplinary exploration, Grace brings creativity, passion, and expertise to her teaching. Boasting more than 8 years of international experience, she has honed her craft across global stages.
- Over 8 years in contemporary Dancing, Jazz, Contact Improvisation, Musical Theatre, Ballroom, and Circus arts.
- Danced in Jessie Wills’ music video, collaborated with DIP Anton Lachky in Belgium, and performed at Théâtre Volière.
- Movement director for a dance-based film premiering in London (2024) and choreographer for Quantum Tangerine (2022-2023).
- Trained with the New Zealand Dance Company and as an apprentice with the Wee Dance Company in Germany.
Join Us on Sure Dance Studio
Join Sure Dance and become part of a community that celebrates the transformative power of dance, education, and dreams. At Sure Dance, whether you’re a parent, teacher, or supporter, your involvement is vital in building a vibrant future filled with creativity and passion. Every step you take helps shape a brighter tomorrow, where art and movement inspire growth and joy. Let’s dance toward the future—together.
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Testimonials
My daughter loves her Chinese dance classes at Sure Dance Studio! She’s
always excited to go to class. The teachers are so patient and passionate about
sharing the rich culture behind the dance. It’s amazing to see her not only
improve her skills but also develop a deeper appreciation for Chinese traditions.
Sarah Thompson
We are so thrilled with how much our daughter loves her ballet classes. She
loves showing us her new moves and can't stop talking about her wonderful
teacher Maggie. The studio has such a welcoming atmosphere, and it's amazing
to see her confidence grow with each class.
Maria Gonzalez
My son had his first street dance class last week, and he hasn't stopped dancing
since! He loved the energy and the cool moves he learned. The instructors are so
patient and encouraging, and it's clear they really care about helping the kids
have fun while learning. We're so happy we found this studio!
Virgil Cook
Ballet at Sure Dance Studio has been such a magical experience for my little
one. She adores putting on her ballet shoes and twirling around the studio. The
teachers are so kind and make every class feel special. It's incredible to see her
joy and passion for dance grow week after week!
Emily Carter
Street dance class is the highlight of my son's week! He loves the upbeat music,
the fun choreography, and the chance to express himself through movement. The
instructors are amazing at keeping the kids engaged and motivated. We're so
grateful for such a positive and energetic environment!
Amina Mohammed
My daughter has fallen in love with ballet thanks to the amazing team at Sure
Dance Studio. She looks forward to every class and is always so proud to show
us what she's learned. The studio is such a nurturing place, and it's wonderful to
see her confidence and creativity blossom. We couldn't be happier!
Sophie Johnson
We are absolutely thrilled with the jazz dance classes at Sure Dance! Our child
has not only learned incredible dance moves but has also gained so much
confidence and joy through the process. The teachers are passionate, patient,
and truly dedicated to helping each child shine. We couldn’t recommend it
enough!
Anna Lin
Enrolling our child in contemporary dance at Sure Dance has been one of the best decisions we’ve made! We’ve seen such a transformation in their confidence and love for movement. This is a place where kids can truly explore their potential and fall in love with dance. Highly recommend!
Jessica Martinez