Our Team
Carla (Head Coach of all styles & Safeguarding Lead)
Carla started dancing at the age of 2. She then went on to train professionally and receive a scholarship full time at a performing arts school.
After Studying Carla and was given roles in tv adverts, modelling work and danced for some famous singers. Carla had the opportunity to perform around the country for artists such as Plan B, Emilie Sande and Jessie J on their tours. Carla has undertaken exams to a high level in jazz, modern, tap and ballet. As well as completed exams In Musical Theatre.
Carla graduated from The University of Chichester with a BA (Hons) 1st class Dance and Performance degree. Carla then went on and completed her PGCE teaching Status. Whilst at University Carla was chosen to work with some of the best choreographers in this industry as well as perform around the country and abroad. At university Carla trained in all styles of dance.
Carla then went on and danced at Disneyland Paris and took many roles in the acting world. She then represented England in the Dance World Cup Championships and placed within the top four for her solo routine. Following all that Carla had learnt from her time in the industry she felt her passion should be passed on to the younger generations. Carla set up CCDANCE and it has grown into one of the biggest schools in Sussex for pure talent and elite training.
In 2024 Carla was awarded Female Choreographer of the year! Carla has Choreographed some award-winning choreography.
If anyone wishes to contact Carla personally or for any teachers looking for work, Choreographers or parents. Please use: Carla@cc-dance.co.uk
After Studying Carla and was given roles in tv adverts, modelling work and danced for some famous singers. Carla had the opportunity to perform around the country for artists such as Plan B, Emilie Sande and Jessie J on their tours. Carla has undertaken exams to a high level in jazz, modern, tap and ballet. As well as completed exams In Musical Theatre.
Carla graduated from The University of Chichester with a BA (Hons) 1st class Dance and Performance degree. Carla then went on and completed her PGCE teaching Status. Whilst at University Carla was chosen to work with some of the best choreographers in this industry as well as perform around the country and abroad. At university Carla trained in all styles of dance.
Carla then went on and danced at Disneyland Paris and took many roles in the acting world. She then represented England in the Dance World Cup Championships and placed within the top four for her solo routine. Following all that Carla had learnt from her time in the industry she felt her passion should be passed on to the younger generations. Carla set up CCDANCE and it has grown into one of the biggest schools in Sussex for pure talent and elite training.
In 2024 Carla was awarded Female Choreographer of the year! Carla has Choreographed some award-winning choreography.
If anyone wishes to contact Carla personally or for any teachers looking for work, Choreographers or parents. Please use: Carla@cc-dance.co.uk
Zia Dallas (Dance Teacher - SENCO LEAD)
Zia has been dancing for 20 years and teaching for 8 years. She has a degree in Primary Education from the University of Brighton as well as a Level 5 Dance Teacher Qualification. For the last two years she has specialised in teaching all year groups with her work being recognised in a popular Early Years magazine.
Zia has trained and completed exams in a variety of styles from jazz, contemporary, lyrical, commercial, hip-hop, tap, ballet and musical theatre. Additionally, she has completed qualifications in drama and music.
Zia is a supportive and passionate teacher who always finds the best in everyone. She has worked with people aged 2 - 30 of all backgrounds and abilities. Some of her recent work has been taking to competitions across the country, placing in the top three consistently.
Zia brings to CC her knowledge in performance and technique through a safe and supportive environment that allows everyone to discover their passion for dance. She prides herself in creative choreography that highlights and challenges the ability of everyone.
Zia has trained and completed exams in a variety of styles from jazz, contemporary, lyrical, commercial, hip-hop, tap, ballet and musical theatre. Additionally, she has completed qualifications in drama and music.
Zia is a supportive and passionate teacher who always finds the best in everyone. She has worked with people aged 2 - 30 of all backgrounds and abilities. Some of her recent work has been taking to competitions across the country, placing in the top three consistently.
Zia brings to CC her knowledge in performance and technique through a safe and supportive environment that allows everyone to discover their passion for dance. She prides herself in creative choreography that highlights and challenges the ability of everyone.
Orla Gledhill (Minis Teacher + Ballet Teacher)
Orla trained at the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) in London. She graduated in 2023 with a BA (Hons) in Ballet Education. Within Orla’s dance degree she studied the foundations of other dance styles such as lyrical and commercial. Alongside this she also completed her Licentiate of the Royal Academy of Dance (LRAD). She is now a fully qualified and registered teacher with the RAD.
Before beginning her degree in teaching, she grew up training and completing exams in multiple genres of dance which she also enjoys teaching. These include ballet, tap, modern, jazz, Lyrical, and musical theatre. As well as performing in many shows with her dance school she was lucky enough to perform in professional pantomime for 5 Christmas seasons.
Before beginning her degree in teaching, she grew up training and completing exams in multiple genres of dance which she also enjoys teaching. These include ballet, tap, modern, jazz, Lyrical, and musical theatre. As well as performing in many shows with her dance school she was lucky enough to perform in professional pantomime for 5 Christmas seasons.
Amy Barry (Dance Teacher)
Amy has been dancing for over 10 years, throughout her childhood she was a competitive gymnast and dancer. She is trained in Jazz, Lyrical, Musical Theatre, Contemporary, Commercial, Hip-Hop, Acro, Tap & Acting.
She then went on to train professionally at the Wilkes Academy of Performing Arts where she obtained her BA Honours in Musical Theatre, which she graduated with in 2023. She has then gone on to performing work in TV & Film as well as stage. Amy has over 6 years teaching experience in several styles, and has been with CC Dance now since August 2023, and is really excited for her future here!
She then went on to train professionally at the Wilkes Academy of Performing Arts where she obtained her BA Honours in Musical Theatre, which she graduated with in 2023. She has then gone on to performing work in TV & Film as well as stage. Amy has over 6 years teaching experience in several styles, and has been with CC Dance now since August 2023, and is really excited for her future here!
Laura Hawes (Head of Musical Theatre)
Laura is one of our newest editions to CC dance. Having begun her training at Sylvia Young, she then moved to Wilkes Academy on a vocal scholarship to train in musical theatre.
After her time at Wilkes, she decided to expand her knowledge in music, and attend Bimm university in Brighton where she was awarded her BA Hons in songwriting. Her career so far has taken her as far as performing in Lapland, Finland, and Orlando, Florida where she has gained a world of experience in her field.
Her other credits include pantomimes, children’s immersive experience shows and productions, singing at Wembley Stadium, The Voice UK, The Little Mixx tribute & touring band productions. She is so excited to be a part of the CC dance team, and is most excited to help the students gain LAMDA exam qualifications, which she has been teaching for 7 years.
After her time at Wilkes, she decided to expand her knowledge in music, and attend Bimm university in Brighton where she was awarded her BA Hons in songwriting. Her career so far has taken her as far as performing in Lapland, Finland, and Orlando, Florida where she has gained a world of experience in her field.
Her other credits include pantomimes, children’s immersive experience shows and productions, singing at Wembley Stadium, The Voice UK, The Little Mixx tribute & touring band productions. She is so excited to be a part of the CC dance team, and is most excited to help the students gain LAMDA exam qualifications, which she has been teaching for 7 years.
Chloe Gosden (Dance Teacher in Training)
Chloe has been dancing with CC since it opened. Chloe is currently doing her training to become a qualified dance teacher. Having danced with CC for such a long time. She knows CC inside out and all the children have a great relationship with her. Chloe has won as a soloist many high level competitions as well as currently training in out Elite Senior Squad Team. Chloe assists many of our classes as well as has her own individual private lessons each week working on competition routines. Chloe can’t wait to continue her training and love for dance with CC.
Evie Morris (Assistant Coach)
Evie has been dancing at CC for 3 years now. Evie did her D of E with CC Dance. She then found her love for dance teaching and now works alongside all our teachers in the Mini age group classes. Evie also trains with our seniors and is an Elite Squad Member. Evie loves working for CC and watching the children grow as dancers and individuals.
Ellie (Assistant Student Teacher)
Ellie has been a student at CC for over 4 years now. Ellie is one of our strongest Musical Theatre students. Ellie receives distinctions in every exam she takes as well as places at every competition.
Ellie loves children and wanted to put her passion for performing into assisting lessons with younger dancers and performers. Ellie loves assisting in classes and pushing the children to be the best they can be!
Ellie is so excited for her future at CC and continue her high level training as well as train the next generation.
Ellie loves children and wanted to put her passion for performing into assisting lessons with younger dancers and performers. Ellie loves assisting in classes and pushing the children to be the best they can be!
Ellie is so excited for her future at CC and continue her high level training as well as train the next generation.
Lisa Montero-Burlton (Office Manager - SENCO SUPPORT)
Lisa is our behind-the-scenes admin manager who is kept busy looking after our school contracts and helps keep the studio running smoothly.
Most importantly Lisa is one of our CCDANCE mums, with 2 of her daughters attending our Musical Theatre Academy and Dance school.
Lisa has been working for CCDANCE for over a year now. Lisa has worked in Admin all her life and enjoys working alongside Carla to bring the best opportunities and event organising for all the dancers.
Rick Robbins (CCDANCE Professional Photographer)
Rick has been a Digital media creator with over 15 years’ experience in short form video production and photography. Working across a range of genres including broadcast, commercial, music videos, corporate, documentary and sports. Rick has worked with CC Dance for the past two years creating high-end video and photography content, covering our training, shows and events.
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