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Humphreys Dance Studio

Callum Hawes

Teacher – Ballroom, Latin, Medals and Social Dancing

I started dancing at Humphreys Dance Studio after winning a full year scholarship through the Humphreys Schools’ Program in 2001. From there, I regularly attended the kid’s

classes on Saturday mornings, moving up through the medal system. I extended my understanding of Ballroom and Latin American Dancing by completing the Level 0 Teaching Accreditation exam, teaching alongside the school program staff, and entering competitive DanceSport competitions. Since then, I developed my knowledge of dancing further by completing the level 1 coaching accreditation in the Ballroom style and I now teach regularly at the studio, coaching social and competitive students.

Through my competitive career, some of the significant results I have achieved with my dance partners include:

Placed in the top 48 for the Ballroom style at the 2010 Australian DanceSport Championships.
Placed in the top 48 for the Latin American style at the 2009 & 2010 Australian DanceSport Championships.
Finalist in the Western Australian State Championships in the Amateur Open Ballroom Event in 2012.
Regularly making the finals and placing in graded events from 2009 to 2012 in State and National Championships.

I am available to coach competitive and social couples/individuals primarily on Tuesday evenings, however I am flexible with times and days. I am also happy to teach bridal couples in preparation for their first dance or those just wishing to learn a new skill.

I have a passion for dancing and also education. I am a qualified primary school teacher and during the days you will find me teaching Dance as a specialist teacher at a northern suburbs primary school. I thoroughly enjoy watching people develop and find success at any level, and I hope to continue teaching and dancing for many years to come.

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“I had been looking for somewhere for private dance lessons and social dancing for a while as I had many requests from members of my club. Humphreys ticked all the boxes. Great sized private room, lovely dance-floor, fantastic variety of dances and music. Add this to a fabulous floor-show and THE best instructor (thanks Jacky) and you have one fun-filled night out. I can’t recommend it enough.”

Suzie Q"The Dinner Club"
“I chose Humphreys because I wanted to improve the technical quality of my dancing. The standard of teaching is excellent and there is the opportunity to do medal exams if that is what you are interested in. But even if you just want to learn the basics Humphrey’s provides a fun, relaxed environment and the classes are just the right size.”

Angela McNallySocial and Medal Dancer
“I have recently commenced private lessons with Glen Tierney at Humphreys Dance Studio. I feel that Glen communicates extremely well with his students. He is able to diagnose faults and offer the exact remedy.
Glen has taught me movements and steps in a simple way, where in the past they all seemed so complex. I am confident of achieving my dancing goals with Glen’s excellent teaching and the beautiful facilities at Humphreys Dance Studio.”

Siu Ng
“I started dancing at Humphreys Dance Studio late 2007 when my singing classes changed to the same evening as my scheduled dance classes at another studio. Glen made me feel very welcome and at home from the moment I walked in. He uses a relaxed and open teaching style which is both warm and professional at the same time. Glen takes time to explain steps and routines clearly and where appropriate adds flavour to the class with a well-timed tip on how to improve posture or technique. He also has a delightful sense of humour. There’s always a strong sense of feeling welcome and I feel part of a community of people who simply love to dance. I always leave Humphreys feeling relaxed and happy.

Sandee BanksSocial Dancer
I started attending Jacky’s salsa classes last year. I had never salsa’d in my life so it was going to be something new and totally different for me. I am now attending the advanced course, which tells you somthing – I love it! It is a great way to unwind from a busy week plus it is really social ( I have met some really amazing and wonderful people through the class) Jacky is a wonderful teacher. She explains the movements and steps in a step by step manner which means that everyone can understand. The thing that keeps me going back – it is fun, relaxed and entertaining. Dancing needs to be fun so take it from me.. it is!

AprilDancer
I first came to Humphreys Studio less than 2years ago to learn Salsa. I was new to WA and needed an excuse to meet people and get some exercise. Other than a few years of ballet as a child I had no previous dance experience and was more than a little hesitant to come and give it a go on my own. Luckily, Jacky talked me into it and now I practically live in the studio! In less than 2 years I have gone onto enrol in Modern, Latin, Argentine Tango and of course Salsa classes. I am enrolled in medal classes, performed in a Salsa floorshow and have just started competing in ballroom competitions! What can I say, it becomes addictive! More than that, I have met some amazing people. The teachers are fantastic and I have improved so much more than I would have thought possible. I recommend everybody interested in dancing to give Humprhey’s a go, you never know what you can go on to achieve!

Daniela De PretisDancer