Natasha Goudreault is the proud owner/director of BTS Dance Corp.
Natasha started dancing at the age of 6 at Annemarie's Dance Academy, studying B.A.T.D syllabus, and R.A.D Ballet. She soon realized dance would be a major influence in her life. Natasha competed at national and international levels, winning many titles in various disciplines. She has been teaching dance since the age of 16 at various studios in Southern Ontario. She earned her B.A.T.D teachers accreditation at 16 and became a member at the age of 20. In 2008 Natasha moved to North Bay starting her journey with Barbara Treleavens School of Dance. Soon challenging and earning her C.D.T.A teachers exams in Tap, and there after her Ballet, earning her teachers qualification.
Natasha is recognized for her tap creativity and choreography, winning many prestigious awards. Students enjoy her passion for dance, and pleasant teaching style. Using her technical knowledge and competitive experience, Natasha trains children for exams and choreographs for competitive students.
Denise is highly respected as the former Director of Barbara Treleaven’s School of Dance, master teacher and choreographer.
Denise has dedicated her life to her students as well as promoting dance in the community. She is the founding Artistic Director of The Performers Youth Dance Company and has many graduate students who have successful careers as professional
Miss Hollie has a love for teaching children & hip hop. She is a FIS (fitness instructor specialist), and a C.D.T.A member (Ballet), with over ten years experience at BTS Dance Corp. She has become a valuable member of our staff. Hollie was instrumental in starting our “Holiday Spirit” community shows that are always appreciated.
Miss Triana is a C.D.T.A member (Tap), with many years of dance experience. Miss Triana knows competitive dance well from being a past competitive dancer with the Performers Youth Dance Company and BTS Dance Corp, to dancing on the Nippissing University Lakers Dance Pak through her undergraduate and graduate degrees. She completed both her C.D.T.A. advanced exams in ballet and tap during her time dancing with BTS Dance Corp. and since completed her C.D.T.A Teachers exam in Tap. Triana has her Honours BA with Specialization in Psychology and a Masters of Education. When not at the dance studio, she is a faculty instructor at Canadore College teaching psychology and other social science courses. Miss Triana’s love for dance doesn’t go unnoticed with her enthusiasm within the studio. She is dedicated to catering to all ways of learning and ensuring every student feels successful. She teaches all styles from tap to ballroom to dancers of all ages.
Miss Allison started dancing at the age of three and is an alumna of Performers Youth Dance Company. She completed both her C.D.T.A. advanced exams in ballet and tap while attending BTS Dance. She graduated Cum Laude from York University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts with Honours specializing in Dance Performance and Choreography. During her four years in Toronto, Miss Allison trained extensively in ballet, modern, and contemporary dance forms. She performed, choreographed and was a production crew member each year for iterations of York Dances and Dance Innovations. Most recently, her collaborated video dance work, Horology, was chosen to represent 2020-21 for the 50th Anniversary Festival of Dancing at York. She was a valuable member of York Lions Dance Energy varsity team as a dancer and choreographer. This fall she is attending the Schulich School of Education at Nipissing University to obtain a Bachelor of Education.
Miss Allison is excited to be home and become a faculty member at the studio.
Mr. Scott is a Performers Youth Dance Company alumni and is happy to be back “home” teaching dance and sharing his passion for the arts. He started his dance training in North Bay and went on to study at Ryerson University. Scott has had the pleasure of guest teaching and choreographing at various studios, schools and community groups over the years. Scott hopes to help others find a positive, healthy and supportive path through life with dance.
Katie has been a teacher with BTS for over seven years. An accomplished performer, choreographer, and member of the Canadian junior Tap team 2011. Katie has completed her advanced tap and ballet exams with Canadian Dance Teachers Association. Katie’s vast knowledge and skill set will inspire dancers to learn and enjoy dance as much as she does.
Miss Amber has returned to teach at BTS dance after training and teaching in Toronto, Edmonton, and Australia. She trained in Toronto to obtain her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance and Bachelor of Education. Amber also has her Masters of Education and is a Teacher in the NNDSB. Amber is a well rounded teacher with additional experience in vocals and theatre.
Miss Desi is a visiting teacher and choreographer at BTS Dance Corps. As a BTS alumni, she has taught and trained students in the community for the last 15 years. Miss Desi has worked with local and international choreographers learning from and performing for choreographers in Canada and abroad. Under the direction of BTS, Desi completed the CTDA primary to advanced ballet exams. She studied at Toronto Metropolitan University in Theatre: Performance Dance, before shifting to a career in political science. Now, while pursuing her PhD and working as a school board policy analyst in Ottawa ON, Desi loves to come back to BTS and contribute in dance and the arts. Most of all, Desi aims to help students find their authentic “voice,” bring them out of out their shells, and push them towards their goals.
Macey is a guest teacher and choreographer at BTS Dance Corp. In 2015, Macey graduated from Performance Dance Studies at George Brown College where she trained in ballet and contemporary styles. Macey also completed the Professional Training Program with Decidedly Jazz Danceworks. Macey enjoys sharing her experience with the dancers at BTS as a choreographer. She has won several choreography awards including Choreography of the Year (View Dance Challenge).
Recently, Macey completed an Honours Bachelor of Kinesiology where she had the opportunity to conduct a research study on dancers’ injury rehabilitation experiences. She is also a member of the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP-CPT), and is passionate about the health and wellbeing of dancers.
Mindy Conto, a native of North Bay, Ontario, discovered her love of dance at the age of ten. She immersed herself in training and studying all dance disciplines with dedication and enthusiasm and is devoted to encouraging the same in her students always. She is an accomplished performer, instructor and choreographer who brings passion, creativity, and inspiration to dancers across Canada.
Mindy's talent and professionalism has taken her all over the globe, and she has had the opportunity to dance with some of the world's most popular artists. Mindy has danced back up at the MMVAs with Hedley, PSY, Kardinal Offishall Featuring Akon, Hiliary Duff and Bow Wow. Her extensive list of touring and stage performances include Destiny’s Child, Aaron Carter, Shawn Desman, Carly Rae Jepsen, Fefe Dobson, Aleesia, Shiloh, Eva Avila, Suzie McNell, Dave Armstrong, Redroche featuring H boogie, Kreesha Turner, Neil Young and backup for Massari's World Tour travelling across the Mediterranean Sea and the west of India.
In addition to performing in several commercials for Esquire & Movado Watches, Mindy appeared in the feature film "Honey", starring Jessica Alba and in the ESPN drama television series "Playmakers" with Omar Gooding. Mindy has won numerous awards for her innovative choreography in the competitive scene, and as former dance captain of the Toronto Raptors Dance Pak, she has crafted several routines for the NBA and for other major sporting teams across Canada. Recently, she had the chance to offer her incredible talents in choreography to a spectacular fundraising Gala event for the ChildLife Department at the Toronto SickKids Hospital.
Newly, Mindy has found herself touring in Australia as an adjudicator, providing valuable critiques and judging several hundreds of dancers during their competitive dance season down under. Mindy knows that perseverance, dedication and hard work are key to achieving ones dream
Pippa is an alumni of BTS, and has had excellent training at the National Ballet of Canada from ages 9-15 years. She is passing her knowledge on to her students and has been praised for her artistic expression in her unique choreography. Pippa is a member of the CDTA Ballet division and has trained dancers successfully for all exam levels. Pippa is also a teacher/vice principal in the school system enriching students lives in the classroom and at the studio.
Miss Macy is a proud alumna of BTS/Performers and has been dancing since she was four years old. She attends Nipissing University, where she is the captain of the Lakers Dance Pak and is currently pursuing her Bachelor of Science in Nursing, with a minor in English Studies. Miss Macy has taught and choreographed dance at several local high schools, Nipissing University and for the International Baccalaureate program. She has won multiple choreography awards and is excited to continue to teach at BTS this year!
Miss Sophie is a North Bay native and a BTS Alumni. She was a member of the 2011 Canadian National Tap Team, has competed at National level competitions around the world, as well as performed on Broadway in New York City. After suffering an injury her focus changed to teaching and helping others achieve their dance goals. Her passion for dance and performing can be seen through her dedication to these young students. She completed both her CDTA Intermediate exams in Ballet and Tap while a member of the Performers Youth Dance Company. She is currently completing an Honors Bachelor of Business Administration with a focus in Marketing at Nipissing University and is excited to continue to teach and choreograph at BTS Dance.
Natasia Lindsay is a dedicated BTS and Performers Youth Dance Company alumni. She began dancing in 2010. Natasia has been awarded various scholarships and awards throughout her dance journey including the “Be Discovered Holiday Intensive At Disney World”, broadening her knowledge in the professional industry. Natasia graduated high school with honours and as an Ontario Scholar along with her Arts Nipissing “dance” certificate and was the recipient of the Arts Nipissing “dance” award. Natasia also received her certification in Specialized High Skills Major in Arts and culture. In addition, Natasia coaches competitive and recreational gymnastics and is certified in the National Coaching Certification program for level 1, and is currently in training to take her level 2 course. Natasia has also completed her CDTA exams in both ballet and tap as a student of BTS Dance Corp. Natasia has choreographed numerous high school dances, play performance dance numbers, and solos. In the future, Natasia plans to attend University for Registered Nursing while teaching and choreographing dance. Natasia believes in the importance of creativity, passion, technique and the pure joy of dance. She is excited to be teaching at BTS!
Isabelle started dancing in 2010 and has been part of the Performers Youth Dance Company at BTS Dance corp. since 2012. Having been a competitive dancer since the age of 5, Isabelle has trained in a multitude of styles, such as Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Lyrical, Contemporary, and Acro, and has become very knowledgeable. She has competed on regional and national levels and has earned numerous awards, recognitions and invites around Canada as well as the United States. She has completed her C.D.T.A. advanced tap exam and will be challenging the advanced ballet in 2025. In 2022, Isabelle became a member of the Five Star Dance Company, performing in Mexico, and was awarded the title of Dance Captain after returning in 2023. She has also danced during entertainment breaks for the Miss Universe Canada 2024 pageant finals. In the future, Isabelle hopes to pursue a degree in kinesiology and become an athletic rehabilitation therapist. Through her love of dance, she has demonstrated her dedication, passion, and enthusiasm for the art. Isabelle is excited to help the next generation of students and looks forward to encouraging and supporting them during their journey.
Émilie began dancing competitively in 2010. She is now a senior member of the Performer’s Youth Dance Company here at BTS Dance corp. Émilie has earned numerous awards and scholarships at competitions across Canada and in the United States. She was most recently made co-dance captain of the 2023 Five Star Dance Company which will be preforming in Mexico this coming season. Émilie trains in a variety of styles including Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip-Hop, Acro and Contemporary dance. She is dedicated to her craft and is passionate about instilling a love of dance in the next generation of students here at BTS Dance corp.
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