About Us
DIRECTOR
Tracey trained in Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) Ballet and American Jazz with Jeannie Mark in Blenheim. During this time, she developed an enduring love of dance. Jeannie’s teaching style and rapport with her students inspired Tracey to study for her RAD Teacher’s Certificate, thus realising a long-held dream.
Once qualified, Tracey taught in Blenheim for some time before moving to London. There she was a tutor at the Italia Conti Performing Arts School, teaching a number of extremely talented students in ballet, jazz and musical theatre.
On her return to New Zealand, Tracey taught at Auckland Academy of Dance before opening her own school, Ponsonby School of Dance, in 2001.
Tracey is passionate about dance and is fortunate to be able to share her love of dance with her students. She particularly enjoys choreography, having used her talents to choreograph many musicals, competition routines and her school’s annual end-of-year production.
Tracey is also an examiner for the Asia Pacific Dance Association.
Through Ponsonby School of Dance, Tracey loves being part of the friendly and welcoming local community.
Why Ponsonby School of Dance?
Our experienced AND creative teachers are fully qualified to teach you all forms of dancing. The philosophy of the studio is to combine “excellence with enjoyment”.
LEARN FROM THE BEST
HEALTHY BODY & MIND
Dancing is a great way to exercise physically and mentally while having fun and making friendships that will last a lifetime.
LIFE SKILLS
In addition to learning to dance; acquire the skills in discipline, resilience, time management, self-belief, emotional development, social interaction and creativity.
What People Are Saying:
“Over the years Ponsonby School of Dance has become like a second home to us, a second family; a safe place to have fun with wonderful teachers and friends, a place of great joy!
The kids learn about connection and belonging, about friendship, about motivation and striving to achieve their goals; they learn skills and develop friendships to last a lifetime.”
— Catriona
“Tracey and her team make dance an absolute joy for my daughters.
Ponsonby School of Dance is a welcoming and professional environment that encourages students to excel in their discipline, they lead with kindness and the family feel of the studio is wonderful.”
— Sophia
“Ponsonby School of Dance is an absolutely gorgeous studio that my daughters adore!
The teachers are extremely diligent and absolutely loved by their students - they take significant pride and care in their classes and their students’ progress.
Tracey, you have built a wonderful culture that keeps the girls wanting more and it is a delight to see our daughters progressing so well - thank you so much!”
— Rachel
