Dedicated Professionals in Dance Education
Our instructors bring a wealth of experience, passion, and technical expertise to every class. With backgrounds in classical ballet, contemporary dance, and performance, they are committed to guiding each student through structured training while fostering confidence, creativity, and a love for movement.
Juliet Duckworth
CO-Founder | Instructor
Juliet Duckworth is the Founder and Director of The Academy of Dance and Art, where she has been instrumental in shaping one of Nairobi’s leading dance training institutions.
With a strong foundation in classical ballet and dance education, Juliet has developed a structured and disciplined training environment that supports dancers at every stage — from early years through to advanced and pre-professional levels. Her teaching emphasises technical precision, musicality, and artistic expression, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded dance education.
Juliet is particularly passionate about creating clear progression pathways for her students, guiding them through internationally recognised training frameworks such as the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) syllabus. Her approach balances high standards with a supportive atmosphere, allowing dancers to grow in both confidence and ability.
Beyond the studio, Juliet has played a key role in fostering performance opportunities for students, helping bridge the gap between training and stage experience. Through her work with the Academy and its connection to Origins Dance Company Kenya, she continues to support the development of young dancers into confident performers.
Teaching Focus
Classical Ballet (RAD-aligned training)
Student progression and examination preparation
Technique, musicality, and performance development
Early years and foundational dance education
Teaching Approach
Juliet believes that dance education should build not only strong technique but also discipline, confidence, and a lifelong appreciation for the arts. Her classes are structured, engaging, and supportive, encouraging each student to reach their full potential.
Mr. Evgeny
Ballet Instructor | Beginner to Advanced Levels
Mr. Evgeny is a dedicated ballet instructor at The Academy of Dance and Art, teaching students across all levels from beginner through to advanced training.
With a strong focus on classical ballet technique, his classes emphasise correct alignment, strength, control, and precision. He works closely with students to build solid technical foundations, ensuring that each dancer develops the discipline and consistency required for progression through higher levels.
Mr. Evgeny is known for his structured and focused teaching approach, guiding students to refine their technique while also developing musicality and confidence in their movement. His ability to adapt his teaching to suit different levels allows both younger dancers and more advanced students to progress effectively within the same training framework.
Through his classes, students gain a deeper understanding of ballet fundamentals while being challenged to improve their technique, posture, and overall performance quality.
Teaching Focus
Classical Ballet Technique (Beginner to Advanced)
Strength, alignment, and control
Technical progression and discipline
Musicality and movement quality
Teaching Approach
Mr. Evgeny’s teaching style is structured and detail-oriented, focusing on building strong foundations while encouraging steady progression. He supports students in developing both technical accuracy and confidence, helping them advance with clarity and consistency.
Mr. Nordic
Head of Contemporary Dance
Mr. Nordic is the Head of Contemporary Dance at The Academy of Dance and Art, bringing a wealth of international performance experience and artistic expertise to the Academy.
Originally from the Philippines, he is a former Principal Dancer with the Philippine Ballet, where he performed leading roles and developed a strong foundation in both classical and contemporary repertoire. His professional background informs a dynamic and expressive teaching style that challenges and inspires students at all levels.
At the Academy, Mr. Nordic leads the contemporary programme, focusing on technique, fluidity, musicality, and creative expression. His classes encourage dancers to explore movement with confidence while developing strength, control, and versatility.
Known for his engaging and energetic approach, he creates an environment where students are both challenged and supported, helping them grow as confident and expressive performers.
Teaching Focus
Contemporary Dance Technique
Movement quality and fluidity
Musicality and expression
Strength, control, and versatility
Performance and choreography
Teaching Approach
Mr. Nordic’s teaching blends technical discipline with creative exploration. He encourages dancers to push their boundaries while developing a strong connection to movement, allowing them to grow both technically and artistically.