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About our school
Founded in 2009 by local dancer Megan Elliott, Centre Stage was created with one goal in mind: to give people a place where creativity, confidence and lasting friendships can grow.
We believe that dance is more than movement — it's a shared experience that brings people together.
At Centre Stage, members share the studio with dancers of every age and journey, forming a community woven together by creativity, encouragement and shared passion.
Through regular performances, teamwork and shared achievements, students develop mutual respect, genuine connections and friendships that often reach far beyond the studio doors.
We also understand the importance of keeping people active, engaged and excited to learn. Our structured, high-energy classes give students a positive outlet for movement while encouraging focus, discipline, resilience, accountability and self-expression.
Our teaching team brings a wealth of experience, passion and professionalism to every class. Lessons are designed to challenge and inspire, helping each dancer — whether beginner or advanced — to grow in skill and confidence.
We provide performance opportunities for students to build character, develop resilience and become physically confident in ways that support their overall health, wellbeing and fitness.
At Centre Stage, we don't just teach dance — we nurture young people, celebrate individuality and create a place where every child can belong.
Megan Elliott
Director & Founder of Centre Stage Academy of dance
Head Choreographer of Centre Stage
Megan founded Centre Stage in 2009, after choreographing her first pantomime the year before at the age of 16. After studying dance GCSE at Glossopdale, Megan then went on to graduate from The Manchester College with a Triple Distinction BTEC in dance.
Since opening, the dance academy has grown strength to strength, moving to their own studio in 2010. Shortly after, Centre Stage started to compete around the UK & Europe, becoming European Champions in 2014,2016 & 2017 in Germany & Paris.
After Megan finished her professional dance training at Phil Winstons Stage School & Renaissance Arts, Northern Ballet and graduated from Staffordshire University with her PGCE, Megan then continued to develop her teaching skills, becoming head of Urban Arts at The Manchester College and The Arden University. Centre Stage then outgrew their premises and moved to their new studios, at Woolley Bridge- Hadfield.
Over the years, Megan has continued to develop and expand her teacher training and experience and qualified in International Performing Arts & Theatre, Yoga (300hr YTT), Aerial Hoop, Aerial Silks & Acrobatic arts and continues to offer such classes at the Academy. Her recent Acrobatics team became the Elite World Acro champions 2019, 2022 & 2023
Alongside her teaching work, Megan continues to work as a professional Dancer/Choreographer/ model and dance judge in the industry, working with a number of agencies. Megan has created relations and contracts with various companies, charities and local communities who she continues to work with on a regular basis. In her career, she has worked alongside stars such as Tinchy Stryder, Lemar, SClub, Nicky Clarke,Hrithik Roshan and worked for well-known companies such as KEY 103, Coronation Street, Scuzz TV, John Lewis, Asos, MTV, Adidas , Nike & Virgin Active.