Sharnie Richards

Head Coach & Founder of Excel Dance

I have being dancing for over 22 years now and I still love it as much today. I started dancing at the age of 4 and have trained in many different styles such as ballet, tap, modern, jazz, disco, contemporary, commercial and street dance. I have competed over the UK in many dance and talent competitions and performed on stage in front of thousands of people, all these experiences have made me into the coach I am today. I have also being training in martial arts for 12years and coaching martial arts for 8 years.

I taught my very own class when I was 17 years old and remember feeling very nervous and didn’t know if anyone was going to turn up. I was so happy when I had a full class of very excited children, from that day I have built Excel Dance into what it is today and have an amazing team of coaches and assistants. Dancing has given me so much confidence and I am so pleased I get to pass this on to others.

I love being part of such an amazing team at Excel who I can also call my friends. The team, students and families are all why I love my job so much. It is very rewarding to see the kids develop and grow as a person in all areas of their lives. No class at Excel Dance is ever the same, I get to meet new people and families daily and have fun teaching classes daily.

Every day is a fun day at Excel Dance

‘Keep your eyes on the stars and feet on the ground’

Build confidence

Meet new people and build your confidence in our supportive groups. Our tight network of friendly coaches and dancers will become your best friends in no time.

Improve focus

Learning complex dance movements and sequences will train your brain to focus more in your every day life. Amazing for young children's formative years.

Get and stay fit

Dancing takes a lot of energy and so it keeps you really fit. Not only will your brain get a workout but so will your body too.

Meet the rest of the team

Sharnie Richards

Founder & Head Coach

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Danica Broughton

Coach

I have been dancing at excel for 8 years now since I was 9 years old inspired by my little brother cole who also does dancing with me. My goal is to continue growing and helping others to grow and use my experience to do so.

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Abi Turner

Commercial Coach

I am a professional dancer teaching commercial dance at Excel. I love working on technique and performance with students and making the sessions fun!

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Sydney Martin

Assistant Coach

I have being dancing at Excel Dance for 7 years now training in street dance and I absolutely love it. My favourite part of Excel is getting the opportunity to perform all year round.

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Abby Tucker

Assistant Coach

My name is Abby and I am one of the assistants in the kids classes at Excel Dance. I have being dancing for 7 years now in different styles. My favourite part of dancing is performing for others.

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Rachel Martin

Front of House

I am Rachel, I have being on front of house for 3 years now. I couldn’t recommend Excel Dance enough to anyone! Look forward to seeing you on your first class.

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Positions Available

If you've got a passion for teaching and knowledge to share, we'd like to hear from you. We are always looking for people to join the team and help make Excel a better place to train.

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