Dance Adjudicator
WA
Julie has been involved in the West Australian dance industry for over 30 years as a student, performer, teacher, choreographer and adjudicator.
Trained in RAD Ballet and ISTD Tap & Modern Syllabi, Julie also holds Certificates in Dance Teaching & Management.
Passionate about developing young dancers, Julie has worked for various dance studios, schools and colleges across WA. She has been responsible for designing, developing and delivering learning programs in many dance genres such as jazz, classical ballet, contemporary, tap, acro and creative dance.
Under her guidance and tuition, students have experienced continued success in both formal dance exams and national dance competitions with students going on to secure placements in Australia’s most sought after full time tertiary dance programs. Many former students are now working with international renowned dance companies.
As a performer Julie has won numerous awards for dance examinations and competitions. She also competed in Sports Aerobics Championships; where she won medals at State, National and World Championships.
Julie still continues to choreograph and perform for various festivals and charity events around Perth both on stage and television.
Julie has had the great pleasure of adjudicating local WA Dance Festivals such as The Kwinana Dance Festival and The Dance Friendlies -Rockingham.
She prides herself on providing all competitors with relevant and constructive feedback.
Julie’s goal is to inspire and encourage the next generation of Australian dancers.