“Working with Holly has had an unparalleled positive impact on my child's wellbeing and sense of belonging. Dance Northside is one of my child's safe spaces. The relationship between my child and Holly has provided the guidance and mentorship that, as a parent, has been much appreciated. Children need other role models besides their parents and Holly has provided this for my daughter. Holly has a particular way of empathizing with young people, whilst still being the adult in the room. Not always an easy balance. Thank you.”

“4 years ago my daughter was suffering with a lot of anxiety and attending dance was a big step for her. In that very first class Holly created a space for her to feel safe, supported and welcomed. 4 years later she is a very active member of the broader Dance Northside community!”

“Dancing with dogs is probably a surprising activity for a dance studio to accommodate, and so thank you to Holly for taking on our challenge. Holly brings her trained dancer's eye to our one on one sessions, helping Billy and I communicate moves through even just the smallest change in gesture or balance. It's subtle, it's challenging, and above all it's immensely satisfying and fun. Thank you Holly for helping us dance!”

“Holly has supported my daughter by encouraging her to try new things outside her comfort zone in a safe and supported space without pressure. She has helped her find her strengths and passions and helped her to find opportunities to pursue them.”

“Holly, you have always provided a positive, safe, fun, inclusive environment for all. This is my daughter's happy place and I am so glad that she has you. You have helped her to find her strengths and develop at her own pace without being forced. Thank you.”

“Holly has been a mentor to me for many years, from when I was a teenager through to my young adulthood. It feels corny to say my life would not be the same without her presence in it, but it's true! Although I may have ended up taking similar paths to what I have, I certainly would not have done so with as much confidence and openness if it weren't for Holly. She has taught me the importance of checking in with myself, setting attainable goals, not being afraid to try, recognising when something needs to change and taking care of all aspects of myself, but then also how to actually practice these things to produce a fulfilling life. She continues to be a sounding board for ideas, a rational voice when needed and a never ending source of encouragement, and I feel empowered knowing I have her in my corner.”

“It was so much fun and I learned lots of cool dance moves. Me and my dad practise all the stuff she taught us together, and that's really fun too!”

Holly provides such a safe and fun environment for our dance classes. She is creative, supportive and wonderful as a teacher - adapting to our interests and strengths. She is kind, supportive, fun, creative, skilled, excellent to work with! The dance lessons are so fun and have brought my daughter and I closer together.

Holly has encouraged my child to challenge herself, to aim for what she wants and work towards those goals with humility, kindness and respect

Holly has taught me to step out of my comfort zone an example of this is auditioning for wakakirri at school which as helped me to develop friendships. After doing wakakirri I felt so proud of myself for putting myself out there and I will definitely continue to do these things now. Not only has she helped me get out of my comfort zone but also believe in myself and she continues to do that.