Melissa is pleased to be teaching at the studio where she obtained her teaching certificate through the Russian Ballet Society. Melissa has a three year diploma in Dance and Theatre from Ryerson Polytechnic University, and is currently attending U.W.O. working toward a combined Honours degree in Visual Arts and English.

 Having returned to London, Mel has enjoyed teaching and choreographing locally for three years, as well as designing a 'leadership in training' program for a local camp.

She has worked with talented choreographers such as Robert Derossier. Melissa's classes are presented with technical detail and creative interest.