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Jacqueline Cook-Barber
Tonya Frederiks-Steenson
Billie Hesser
Jennifer Every
Kelly Yanuziello
Ryan Foley
Rhonda Weber
Faye Rauw
Gay Bishop
Ashley Storms
Sari Wolfe
Suzanne Gorman


Instructors

Jacqueline Cook-Barber


Artistic Director/Owner/Full member certification
JCB Danceworks Canadian Dance Teachers Association

Jacqueline began her dance training at the age of 4 in all disciplines, jazz, tap and ballet. As her skills developed she joined the competition company and throughout her high school years participated in competitions throughout Ontario as both a group dancer and soloist.

After graduation, Jacqueline studied ballet and modern dance at York University. She later joined a United Nations sponsored dance company and performed for the Canadian Armed Forces. She traveled to Europe and the Middle East in a Variety Show as both a dancer and internationally renowned choreographer and added experience in International Trade Shows and Exhibitions, Cabaret Shows, and corporate events.


Her true passion, however, has always been as a teacher and choreographer. Her first opportunity to build her own studio began when she opened JCB Danceworks 18 years ago at the Richvale Community Centre. Starting with only a handful of students, her reputation spread as did the studio and the demand for her services. JCB Danceworks moved to it’s present location 12 years ago and has garnered a reputation as one of the top studios in York Region.

Jacqueline has maintained her dance education and has acquired her full membership with the Canadian Dance Teachers Association. Her award winning choreography has made her one of the most sought after teachers in Ontario. Her teaching philosophy is simple, "Give children a safe and supportive environment to learn and they will find the dancer within



Tonya Frederiks-Steenson



Member Royal Academy of Dance and Canadian Dance Teachers Association

Tonya began her dance training at the age of 3. She progressed rapidly and was accepted to the National Ballet of Canada at age 10. Tonya was a soloist from a very young age and began teaching all disciplines at age 11. Some of her students have gone on to professional careers.

Tonya danced professionally for several years, including shows at Harbour Front and other venues, fashion shows, trade shows and a season as an Argo Sun Dancer. After coming to a crossroad she decided her heart was in teaching and decided to turn down future professional opportunities.

Tonya joined JCB Danceworks at age 19. Her unique choreography

has won numerous awards and her teaching style exemplifies her love and passion for dance. She prides herself on identifying the need of each individual student and their ability to make sure they perform their best. “My goal as a teacher is to be able to promote the joy of dance as my teachers have done for me.”



Billie Hesser


Miss Hesser has trained for over 16 years in all dance disciplines, Jazz, Tap, Tap, Ballet and Lyrical. She was an exceptional competitive dancer for many years. Billie is a graduate student of the Unionville High School Arts Program where she majored in dance both Modern and Ballet. She is a member of the Canadian Dance Teachers Association and has taught extensively in the area of dancer training in the preparation for dance exams.

Billie is a highly creative teacher with a gift for choreography both recreationally and competitively. Her ability to relate to the students is unmatched. She has a passion for teaching and it is evident in her work and the enthusiasm she generates in her students.

Billie is currently attending York University and carries a full teaching load. Billie is a big part of the creative team and has been instrumental in the success of the competitive team



Jennifer Every


Jennifer is a long time member of the JCB Dancework’s family, both as a student and staff member. Her qualifications include being a certified member of the Canadian Dance Teachers Association as well as the completion of her Elementary Dance Examination.

Jennifer is presently attending York University Concurrent Education with a double major in Dance. Her qualifications and extensive training make her an asset to JCB. Each year her students show outstanding progress as well as having had an exciting dance season.



Kelly Yanuziello


For the past 17 years, Miss Yanuziello has been a vital member of the JCB Danceworks team, both as a student and as a teacher. Kelly holds a diploma from Centennial College and is a qualified Child and Youth Worker. She is currently working on completing a Post-secondary Degree (Child and Youth Care) from Ryerson University.

During her many years at JCB, Kelly was a member of the Competition Company and performed as a soloist. Kelly is dedicated to teaching children and has been an integral part of the teaching staff for a number of years. She is certified by the Canadian Dance Teachers Association.

Kelly continues to further develop her considerable dance skills specializing in Hip Hop and Tap, by taking extra classes in Toronto and New York. Kelly brings her own unique style of dance through her creative choreography to JCB Danceworks.



Ryan Foley


We welcome to J.C.B. renowned teacher and choreographer Ryan Foley.

He brings a new flare to J.C.B. and our students will benefit from his expertise and creativity.



Rhonda Weber


Bio Coming Soon.



Faye Rauw


Faye Rauw hails from Humboldt, Saskatchewan; she has traveled extensively around the world dancing professionally, teaching workshops, performing for various dance companies as well as performing for Royal Caribbean Cruise lines. She is one of Canada’s high demand dance judges, teachers and choreographers, traveling as far as Australia to judge their National Dance Championships. Faye has had the pleasure of working with the likes of Marlon Wayans, Charo, Ben Vereen as well as Rob Marshall and Catherine Zeta-Jones in the Oscar & Golden Globe winning movie, “CHICAGO“. Her acting credits have been seen on “MONK”, Walt Disney’s “The Sixth Man” along with various commercials and Canadian feature films. Faye has choreographed for the NBA, AHL, KING DAVID The Musical, the stage tour for CANADIAN THUNDER, the Canadian product launch for Brittney Spears fragrance, CURIOUS, the recording artist Kristine W. and was recently involved choreographing for the Steve Nash Charity Classic. She is currently an ambassador

for Lululemon, teaches at the Randolph Academy for the Performing Arts and most recently started an entertainment company, Dance Elements. Her passion to perform makes Faye an inspiration to work with.


Gay Bishop


Bio Coming Soon.



Ashley Storms


Bio Coming Soon.



Sari Wolfe


Sari has been with the Danceworks family for all 18 years. It is her exceptional organization and hospitality that keeps the studio ticking. She is always available to both students and parents manning the front desk where she’s available for any question that may come up. Her supervision of the students while they are taking classes makes JCB a safe and friendly environment.



Suzanne Gorman


Suzanne has been involved with JCB for over 10 years both as a dancer’s mom and as a staff member. It is with her extraordinary skills that she co-ordinates over 1000 costumes to outfit our dancers at the year end recital as well as for the Competitive Company. Suzanne can be found around the studio year round outfitting our dancers in their JCB dance wear as well as supporting many of the administrative duties. Her professional approach makes her an asset to the JCB staff