Welcome to Wessels Dance Studio
Wessels Dance Studio is a Classical Ballet, Modern Theatre, Tap, Contemporary, Musical Theatre and Hip Hop studio in the Montana Park and Waverley areas.
We focus on training and coaching all children in performance, and technique. We aim to train children in more than one dance form, teach them different techniques and prepare them for stage performance. The stage is the place where children will find their confidence, fulfil their dreams and feel comfortable.
2020 - It would not be farfetched to say that 2020 was a year that we will never forget. The challenges that everyone faced have never been experienced in the past. Wessels Dance Studio has been in existence for more than 30 years and for the 1st time we had to face unimaginable challenges, and overcome them. This could not have been done without the loyal support of our parents and our dancers. It has been difficult for everyone facing the challenges that we all were confronted with.
We had to, during lockdown, move back to the home studio and also introduce “Zoom” classes which were new for all of us to get used to. Although strange in the beginning we certainly had lots of fun at the end.
A form of normality returned to us from 1st of August when we returned to some normal classes. It was clear to me that the dancers were very enthusiastic to return to the studio and again performing at their best. I really appreciate the way in which the dancers came back and embraced the changes that came along our way.
On the 7th of November we hosted our 1st workshop ‘Moving Free’ which was a great success with amazing instructors.
2021 - we will be focusing on exam work, a few competitions and maybe even a new ‘end of the year production’
We continue to strive for excellence in the education of Dance and Performance. It is with great dedication, passion and commitment that we endeavour to give every learner an opportunity to excel in their training, self confidence and ultimately their personal growth.
Kind regards
Tessa Cameron (Principal)
Wessels Dance Studio
Wessels Dance Studio is a Classical Ballet, Modern Theatre, Tap, Contemporary, Musical Theatre and Hip Hop studio in the Montana Park and Waverley areas.
We focus on training and coaching all children in performance, and technique. We aim to train children in more than one dance form, teach them different techniques and prepare them for stage performance. The stage is the place where children will find their confidence, fulfil their dreams and feel comfortable.
2020 - It would not be farfetched to say that 2020 was a year that we will never forget. The challenges that everyone faced have never been experienced in the past. Wessels Dance Studio has been in existence for more than 30 years and for the 1st time we had to face unimaginable challenges, and overcome them. This could not have been done without the loyal support of our parents and our dancers. It has been difficult for everyone facing the challenges that we all were confronted with.
We had to, during lockdown, move back to the home studio and also introduce “Zoom” classes which were new for all of us to get used to. Although strange in the beginning we certainly had lots of fun at the end.
A form of normality returned to us from 1st of August when we returned to some normal classes. It was clear to me that the dancers were very enthusiastic to return to the studio and again performing at their best. I really appreciate the way in which the dancers came back and embraced the changes that came along our way.
On the 7th of November we hosted our 1st workshop ‘Moving Free’ which was a great success with amazing instructors.
2021 - we will be focusing on exam work, a few competitions and maybe even a new ‘end of the year production’
We continue to strive for excellence in the education of Dance and Performance. It is with great dedication, passion and commitment that we endeavour to give every learner an opportunity to excel in their training, self confidence and ultimately their personal growth.
Kind regards
Tessa Cameron (Principal)
Wessels Dance Studio
Meet our team
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Tessa Wessels Cameron LISTD
The Owner & Principal Teacher Qualifications: Licentiate Ballet (Cecchetti) Licentiate Modern Theatre Dance Associate Hip Hop (SABOD) |
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Teachers and Choreographers
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Lilanie Kluyts
Studied Dance and Musical Theatre at Oakfields College. 2019 - She performed at the Ghoema Musiek Toekennings. 2019 - She performed at The Naledi Awards. 2018 - She was apart of the Lions Ruby, Cheerleading Team, The Felions. 2015 - Dancer for Dj Ossewa music video; Briljantjie. 2014 - Dancer in the music video for City of Heroes; Lights like Hurricane. In 2021 Lilanie will continue her studies and broaden her avenues. She is studying at Aros to become a teacher for intermediate phase. |
Bradley Hartmann trained at the esteemed Oakfields College.
His theatre and professional credits include:
2017 Jonathan Roxmouth the Musical in Concert Ensemble
2018 A Chorus line - Lead
2019 Saint Davids Footloose Musical Choreographer
2016 Firebeats -Lullaby spinning TV Ensemble
2016 Lilla - 1000 woorde - KyK Net Lead
2019 Dirk van der Westuizen en Die Flooze - Sout en
Pepper - KyK Net Ensemble
2019 Arno Jordaan - Derde Wereld Oorlog Lead
Bradley dances for TaylorMade group Dance Company. He also recently shot an add for Comedy Central. You can catch Bradley performing currently in the barnyard show "Circus Rock."
His theatre and professional credits include:
2017 Jonathan Roxmouth the Musical in Concert Ensemble
2018 A Chorus line - Lead
2019 Saint Davids Footloose Musical Choreographer
2016 Firebeats -Lullaby spinning TV Ensemble
2016 Lilla - 1000 woorde - KyK Net Lead
2019 Dirk van der Westuizen en Die Flooze - Sout en
Pepper - KyK Net Ensemble
2019 Arno Jordaan - Derde Wereld Oorlog Lead
Bradley dances for TaylorMade group Dance Company. He also recently shot an add for Comedy Central. You can catch Bradley performing currently in the barnyard show "Circus Rock."
Tamsyn-Leigh Hope Potgieter AISTD
SABOD Associate and Modern Imperial Society Of Teachers
Tammy has grown up with the Wessels Dance Family and we are so happy to welcome her back into the studio where she belongs.
Tammy trained at WDS gaining advanced level exams in Modern, Ballet and Hip Hop. She then went on to complete her teaching exams in both Hip Hop and Modern Theatre.
SABOD Associate and Modern Imperial Society Of Teachers
Tammy has grown up with the Wessels Dance Family and we are so happy to welcome her back into the studio where she belongs.
Tammy trained at WDS gaining advanced level exams in Modern, Ballet and Hip Hop. She then went on to complete her teaching exams in both Hip Hop and Modern Theatre.
Angela Marie Boshoff BA(Hons) LISTD
Guest Teacher (International)
Many of our students have worked with Angela over the past four years and will continue to have the opportunity to attend classes over Zoom or Live Stream.
Angela will be visiting the studio to teach workshops in the future and looks forward to catching up with students old and new.
Guest Teacher (International)
Many of our students have worked with Angela over the past four years and will continue to have the opportunity to attend classes over Zoom or Live Stream.
Angela will be visiting the studio to teach workshops in the future and looks forward to catching up with students old and new.
Great dancers are not great because of their technique,
they are great because of their passion.
they are great because of their passion.
