Ms Alicia Tan
RAD Ballet Mistress
Qualifications
Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT)- Marie Walton- Mahon
Stott Pilates Intensive Reformer – Merrithew
Stott Pilates Intensive Mat – Merrithew
Scott Pilates Functional Anatomy – Merrithew
Royal Academy of Dance Advanced 1
Biography
Ms. Alicia was introduced to the world of dancing at the age of five and has been passionate about ballet ever since. Prior to joining Dancepointe Academy, Alicia worked as a fashion editor at a major publishing house then as a customer service professional at one of the world’s leading airlines. Outside of work, Alicia dedicated her time to developing skills in the field of ballet and nurtured her long-time dream of becoming a ballet teacher.
Alicia believes that dance education helps young children to improve their cognitive development, build physical skill and strength, and cultivate qualities that will help them achieve success in the future. She seeks to deliver the above through a fun and enjoyable learning process and a safe environment for training.
Alicia has completed the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) exams – Classical Ballet through Grade 8 – and her vocational exams – Advance Foundation. To further extend her knowledge and expertise in dance education, she is pursuing the Advanced 1 Vocational Graded Examinations.
Alicia is also a Certified Stott Pilates Instructor. From her experiences in dance training, Alicia has become aware the benefits of Pilates for aspiring dancers to protect themselves from injuries due to muscle weakness or low range of motion. With a targeted focus on core strength, body alignment, and weight placement, Alicia hopes to help dancers enhance their abilities and perform at more optimal physical conditions.