Leanne Wickstrom
Instructor
Leanne discovered her passion for dance at the age of five when she joined a competitive class here at The Young at Arts. As she continued to explore various dance forms, from ballet to tap and everything in between, she became captivated by Musical Theatre. Her bold personality and love for performance pushed her head-first into the world of performing arts.
Following her high school graduation, Leanne pursued her passion further by attending the Acting for Stage and Screen program at Capilano University. After three years, she graduated with distinction, receiving comprehensive training in acting, vocal technique, specialty movement, dance, stage combat, directing, theatre history, technical theatre, and other specialized skills.
A seasoned performer, Leanne has since made her mark both on stage and on screen. Continuously seeking opportunities to expand her knowledge and skills, Leanne is passionate about sharing her expertise and enthusiasm with her dancers.
Leanne remains deeply connected to her roots at Young at Arts, where she has been a dedicated instructor for several years. She believes that the ability to explore creativity was pivotal to her own development and strives to create a safe and inclusive space for her students to do the same. Leanne is dedicated to upholding an atmosphere where dancers feel empowered to grow both as artists and people. Nothing inspires Leanne more than watching her students perform!