Our Team
Our team consists of highly qualified and motivated professionals, who are all experts in their field. With many years of experience in the industry, we have the expertise to provide comprehensive, first-rate services to our students.
Melissa Fensom
Principal, Founder & Teacher
Melissa began dancing at the age of three and went on to train professionally during which time she gained the RAD Student Teaching Certificate in 1992 with distinction and the highest mark in the school, the ISTD Teaching Certificate for Modern Dance, was awarded the Cup for Modern Theatre and took principal roles in the school’s annual shows.
Melissa’s exceptional talent for teaching was evident early in her training, leading to an invitation to assist a highly acclaimed choreographer during her final two years of study.
She enjoyed many years of work as a professional artiste
dancing, acting and singing often taking the principal and title roles in a range of shows in the UK and Europe alongside many well-known and popular stars of stage and screen.
Melissa founded The Dance Shed in 2014 with a small group of toddlers in a baby ballet class and seven adult ballet students. Through dedication and a clear vision, she has grown it into a thriving and respected dance school, committed to excellence in both teaching and community engagement.
Mia Roseveare
Dance Teacher
Mia trained extensively with Ballet Boost Associates, The Royal Ballet Associates and Elmhurst Associates. At the age of ten, she was awarded a 3-year full scholorship to Elmhurst Ballet School. Her training continued after being offered another 3 years full DaDA funding from Laine Theatre Arts where she gained units 4 and 5 of a Diploma in Dance Education in Tap with the ISTD.
Mia is currently studying for a BA(Hons) in Dance Education and Licentiate status with the Royal Academy of Dance.
With professional performance experience in her earlier years, Mia is passionate about inspiring the next generation generation of dancers and supporting their growth with The Dance Shed.
Storm Orchard
Dance Teacher
Storm is a 22-year-old graduate from Bird College class of 2024 where she trained in Professional Dance and Musical Theatre. Performing has always been a huge part of her life but teaching and sharing what she has learned is where she truly lights up.
She loves helping others grow in confidence, whether that’s through movement, performance, or just having a good time in the studio. She is also a trained Pilates instructor, so she is 'big' on body awareness, but definitely likes to keep things fun, dynamic, and full of positive energy.
"For me, it’s all about creating a space where people feel safe, supported, and free to be themselves. Let’s move, have fun, and grow together!"