Meet The Team
Chloe Grayson-Hall
C.E.O / Dance Teacher
My names Chloe and I have been principle at CJH Dance Academy since I took over from Catherine Shepherd in 2017. I had previously danced at Catherine Shepherd’s School of Dance since the age of 3 completing IDTA exams in Ballet, Tap and Theatre Craft, gaining A-Level Dance Qualifications and performing in multiple productions both with Catherine Shepherd and G&S operatic. I studied Sport & Exercise Science at Loughborough but dance remained a huge part of my life taking part in University shows and competitions across the country and becoming a dance coach. In addition to teaching at CJH Dance Academy I have choreographed for Peak Youth Drama and worked in other dance schools across Chesterfield.
Hannah Booth
Acrobatic Arts Lead / Dance Teacher
My names Hannah and I’ve been a dance teacher at CJH Dance Academy since 2019. I previously danced for 14 years, entering in competitions, galas and scholarships across the country. Along with completing AAD exams in Ballet, Tap, Modern and Acrobatics and gaining my GCSE Dance and A Level Dance qualifications. I then went on to secure my first professional job in Greece followed by another 2 years in Spain, working my way up to dance captain.
Jo
Poole
Musical Theatre Lead / Dance Teacher
My name is Jo and I have trained in a range of dance disciplines from the age of just two! My love for dance grew and I began teaching in 2020. Last year I gained a qualification in Acrobatic Arts and I will soon be finishing my Masters in Musical Theatre which is the style of dance and performing arts that I have really found a passion for.
Hannah Kerrdige
Ballet Lead / Dance Teacher
My names Hannah and I’ve been a dance teacher at CJH Dance Academy since 2022 teaching senior troupe Maya, Stretch, Turns and Leaps, Pointe Ballet as well as Adult Tap
Natasha Comins
Street Dance Lead / Dance Teacher
Hello! I am Tash, I have a Diploma in Performing Arts and a Bachelor of Arts Dance degree with an exit award in performance and choreography.
I first started dancing when I was two, I am training in ballet, tap, jazz, modern, acro, musical theatre, commercial, street and contemporary dance. I have performed in many shows, musicals, mass dance events and I have also worked at Alton Towers as a scare actor!