EMMA ANDREWS (She/Her)

​Emily began her dance training at age 3, and has since trained in various styles including jazz, tap, ballet, musical theatre, pointe, lyrical, and contemporary. She was a teaching assistant for 6 years before she started her journey as a teacher. In 2022 she became the Assistant Studio Director and Competitive Program Director at Impulse Performance Arts. Emily is now the sole Owner & Director of Impulse Performance Arts Inc. and is proud to continue growing the dance studio she grew up in! 

Emily has an Honours Bachelor of Science Degree in Kinesiology from McMaster University. She loves to incorporate her knowledge of human movement, anatomy and sport psychology into her classes. She is a member of the CDTA (Canadian Dance Teachers’ Association) for Ballet, a certified Progressing Ballet Technique Teacher, and a member of Healthy Dancer Canada. She has and continues, to attend a variety of courses including The Dance Movement Analyst, and The Confident Dancer Summit. Emily is an SHSM (Specialist High Skills Major) Arts & Culture graduate from Glendale Secondary School’s Performing Arts program, where she helped choreograph three of the program’s Broadway Musicals. Since graduating, Emily has returned to the Arts program as a guest choreographer. In 2017, Emily choreographed a ballet piece for the HPO (Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra) production of ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream.’ She has taken various classes with dance professionals such as Kaeja d’Dance contemporary dance company, and numerous Broadway performers both at school and in New York City. Choreographing dances for the competitive stage at multiple studios and schools, Emily has won many awards with her dancers. 

“I started dancing at Impulse in 2011, and it has been my home ever since! I believe that when you have dance, you have a family. You have people to inspire and be inspired by. You have somewhere to escape to when you need it. You learn incredible and invaluable life lessons at dance. And when I decided to purchase Impulse, this is what I wanted to provide for my students. A welcoming home and safe space to be encouraged, inspired and supported in. A space that you can always come home to because Impulse will always be here for you”

Dani comes from a strict gymnastics background. Competing provincially she trained under Nick Moscu and later Cristina Bontas, Romanian Olympic medalists. She switched to dance at age 12 and soon flourished as a strong dancer. She competed in various types of dance including Acro, Jazz, Lyrical, Hip Hop and Musical Theatre. Dani started teaching at the age of 14 when given the opportunity in her home studio. 

Priding herself on proper technique, stretching and muscle conditioning, she raises strong tumblers, acrobats and dancers who have stood out at competition.

After stepping down from 14 years of studio ownership, Dani is now a sought after instructor and choreographer. She loves to share her knowledge and passion with her dancers!

2026/2027 Teachers

Bio & Headshot coming soon!

JADEN RUICCI (She/Her)

HANNAH CAMPBELL-HUSSEY  (She/Her)

DANI GRAHN (She/Her)

Bio & Headshot coming soon!

Lindsay began her dance training at 4 years old, and she couldn’t imagine a life without dancing! Starting with just ballet, she quickly expanded her training to include various dance styles at both the recreational and competitive level. She successfully passed CDTA (Canadian Dance Teachers Association) examinations in ballet and jazz, and she was blessed with opportunities to perform and compete in dance across Ontario and the United States. 

Lindsay began teaching in her late-teen years and hasn’t stopped since! While at university receiving her Honours Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology degree, she continued to dance and teach at various studios.  She started her career teaching Anatomy and Physiology at Seneca College for the Nursing Program, but her true passion for dance called and in 2010, Lindsay opened her own dance studio, Impulse Performance Arts Inc. As a former Studio Director, Lindsay grew her studio to be a busy, successful, and positive space for dancers to learn and call home. Her choreography has won numerous awards and high marks; and her students are often recipients of overall and studio spirit awards.  

Lindsay is very active in the industry, participating in dance costume catalogue photography and taking courses to constantly update her dance education. As a member of the Professional Adjudicators Alliance, Lindsay also looks forward to sharing her knowledge, experience, and enthusiasm from the judging chair!

ABBEY WRIGHT​ (She/Her)

Jaden began dancing at the age of 8. During her years as a dancer, Jaden trained in a variety of styles including hip hop, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, ballet, musical theatre, and tap. Jaden has always loved the arts and also took part in a number of musical theatre productions alongside competitive dancing. 

Jaden completed her bachelors degree in psychology and sociology before pursuing her diploma in Child in Youth Care. Jaden has a passion for teaching and working with youth and has been teaching dance with Impulse as a recreational and competitive dance instructor since 2022 teaching hip hop, jazz, acro, contemporary, lyrical, ballet, creative dance, pre-ballet and musical theatre. 

Born and raised in Burlington, Ontario, Emma began dancing at the age of three and quickly found her passion. Throughout her career, she has competed nationally across Canada and the U.S., completed RAD and Vaganova ballet exams, and performed in the On The Floor Gala for Sick Kids. Recently, she has been focusing on her love for education and choreography.

Emma holds a Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth Studies from Brock University, where she was a key member of the Edge Dance Team, choreographing and competing in university competitions across Ontario. Inspired by her experiences, she founded NEXT GEN Dance Intensive, a summer workshop connecting young dancers with emerging teachers and choreographers. Emma is also a proud member of the Professional Adjudicator's Alliance.

Emma believes deeply in the power of young people and is passionate about inspiring and empowering the next generation of dancers to reach their full potential both on and off the dance floor.

ALEX LEWIS  (She/Her)

STUDIO DIRECTOR

Abbey began dancing at the age of 5 and has loved it ever since! Throughout her dance career Abbey trained and danced competitively in ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical, contemporary, and open. She won many awards in her time as a competitive dancer, not only her talent and technique, but also for her heart and passion for dance!

Abbey started dancing at Impulse in 2011, became a teaching assistant, and after graduating high school, she returned as a teacher - Impulse is her home! She is currently a student at Brock University for Concurrent Teacher Education. Abbey brings her passion, skill, experience and love for dance into every class she teaches. She is dedicated to inspiring the next generation of dancers! 

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EMILY FERRELL(She/Her)

Studio Owner & Director

LINDSAY JENKINS​ (She/Her)