Collaborate - Dance Intensive

FACULTY ANNOUNCEMENT – HIP HOP with CHRISTOPHER DONNELLY

We are excited to welcome to the COLLABORATE Summer Intensive faculty.

With over 15 years of industry experience, Chris has built an incredible career across television, live performance and commercial dance, from Britain’s Got Talent and Got To Dance through to recent work on the movie adaptation of WICKED.

Known for his infectious energy, creativity and passion for sharing knowledge, Chris brings a wealth of experience alongside a genuine love for developing the next generation of performers.

Expect big energy, strong foundations and a class packed with inspiration

COLLABORATE�26–28 August 🤍

FACULTY ANNOUNCEMENT – FOOTWORK & MUSICALITY with MORGAN HEMPHILL

We are delighted to welcome to the COLLABORATE Summer Intensive faculty.

A World & European Professional Ten Dance Vice Champion, 12-time UK Closed Ten Dance Champion and former British National Professional Showdance Champion, Morgan has spent years competing and performing at the highest level of Ballroom and Latin dance. Representing Great Britain in both styles as well as Showdance.

This unique masterclass will focus on the foundations that make dancers stronger performers across every genre – footwork, musicality, coordination, control and movement quality.

Drawing on her extensive professional experience, Morgan will challenge dancers to think differently about how they move, helping them develop greater awareness, precision and confidence.

Whether your focus is contemporary, commercial, freestyle or jazz, this is a rare opportunity to learn from a specialist whose expertise lies in the details that elevate performance.

COLLABORATE
26–28 August 🤍

FACULTY ANNOUNCEMENT – FREESTYLE with REMY SWEENEY

We are so excited to welcome to the COLLABORATE faculty. Founder and principal of .next_ an award-nominated school now thriving for over seven years. In early 2025, Remy received the Breakthrough Professional Award at the Diva Awards.

A long-standing favourite with dancers, Remy’s classes are packed with energy, creativity and confidence-building opportunities.

Known for creating a supportive environment where dancers can take risks, explore their individuality and push themselves outside their comfort zones, this Freestyle Masterclass promises to be a highlight of the intensive.

Remy is passionate about inspiring the next generation of dancers and raising standards within the freestyle community.

Get ready to move, perform and leave feeling empowered.

COLLABORATE
26–28 August 🤍

FACULTY ANNOUNCEMENT – COMMERCIAL with WALLIS PIPE

Joining us this summer is commercial dancer, choreographer and Pineapple Dance Studios Ambassador,

With professional credits spanning live performance, music videos, international projects and major commercial campaigns, Wallis brings a wealth of industry experience to COLLABORATE.

Teaching regularly across some of London’s leading studios, her classes are known for combining confidence, performance and strong commercial foundations.

Expect energy, attitude and a chance to step outside your comfort zone.

COLLABORATE
26–28 August 🤍

FACULTY ANNOUNCEMENT – CONTEMPORARY with SAMARA TONG

We are thrilled to welcome to the COLLABORATE Summer Intensive faculty.

Originally from Canada and now based in London, Samara has enjoyed an incredible professional career spanning over 15 years, working with artists including Dua Lipa, Post Malone, Little Mix, Shawn Mendes and Busta Rhymes.

Alongside performing across major international events and festivals, Samara is recognised for her versatility, artistry and ability to connect movement with emotion.

Dancers can expect a contemporary masterclass that challenges movement quality, storytelling and performance while encouraging individuality and creativity.

COLLABORATE
26–28 August 🤍

FACULTY ANNOUNCEMENT – JAZZ with LUCA DINARDO

We are incredibly excited to kick start our faculty announcements with the amazing .

Currently performing in HAMILTON and with an impressive career spanning the West End, Australia and international productions, Luca brings a wealth of experience both on stage and in the rehearsal room.

Known for her dynamic teaching style, strong technical foundation and infectious energy, this Jazz Masterclass will challenge dancers to push their versatility, performance quality and musicality.

Expect a high-energy class packed with inspiration, artistry and industry insight.

COLLABORATE
26–28 August 🤍

Something special is building ……

Contemporary.
Commercial.
Hip Hop.
Freestyle.
Acro.
And more…

Faculty announcements begin soon.

COLLABORATE
26–28 August

We cannot wait to get back to this 🩶
August 26th - 28th