With a background in Tap, Jazz, and Ballet, Miss Alexia is thrilled to be back teaching at Evolve! Her classes are packed with energy, style, and a whole lot of fun which is perfect for students who love to perform. Drawing on her years of professional and teaching experience, she brings out the best in every dancer she works with.

When she’s not in the studio, Miss Alexia is the creative mind behind our social media and has recently stepped into the role of admin queen, keeping us all organised and on track!

Outside of Evolve, you’ll find her teaching singing and musical theatre or performing at events across the region. Follow her adventures on Instagram: @itsalexiaclark

Lillee Shailer has been dancing with Evolve for the past 12 years. She has a passion for not only dancing herself but teaching dance to others.

Since late 2016 Lillee has been developing her teaching skills by assisting Miss Ashleigh Hoera in her junior and senior classes. In June of 2019 Lillee was fortunate enough to compete at HipHop Unite NZ, with the Evolve Hip Hop crews, Milkshake and Illuminate and the experience was amazing.

She has achieved the top marks in her Hip Hop examinations and has achieved her Solo Diploma Certificate. This year Lillee is teaching some of our senior Hip Hop pupils along with supporting Evolve in many ways behind the scenes. Lillee enjoys seeing the kids thrive in what they love.

She is a valued member of our team and brings a young fresh vibe that all of her pupils aspire too.

Tayla’s dance journey span’s over 2 decades and doesn’t show any sign of stopping. Learning and dancing along side Ashleigh has given her the drive and passion to support Evolve with everything she can! She has trained in all different genre and completed her solo diploma in Hip Hop. Tayla has spent a lot on time on stage in many local musicals including both singing and dancing!  Her love for inspiring younger dancers is what compels her to give the upmost energy and positivity when engaging with our dancers.

Evolve is extremely lucky to have Tayla as part of our team as she takes on relief work when required and is also Ashleigh’s personal assistant at any and all points of the day. Evolve is like a second whanau to Tayla and she loves to be able to watch our dancers success and growth in our supportive environment! 

Keisha is a passionate and dedicated dancer who loves sharing her creativity with the next generation of dancers.

Having trained in ballet, tap, hiphop, jazz, and contemporary from a young age, Keisha brings both experience and enthusiasm to every class.

Millie is a passionate and dedicated dancer, excited to be able to share her passion of dance with more people! Having experience with ballet from a young age and finding her love for jazz and contemporary a few years ago, she's excited for each class bringing new opportunities. 

Millie is currently at high school and doing more of what she loves with Diversity Dance, She's very proud to be apart of the Evolve team and community, surrounded by an incredible team who want to encourage and inspire dancers. She is thrilled to be in such an amazing company and to be able to see her students grow in so many ways. 

Millie is excited to be able to work alongside the amazing teaching team at Evolve and can't wait to assist classes this year! 

Miss Sienna has been part of the Evolve family for over 16 years, growing up in the studio and exploring a wide range of styles, but it was hip hop that truly stole her heart. In 2024, she completed her Solo Diploma in Hip Hop and is now thrilled to be back in the studio assisting Miss Hoera with Tuesday hip hop classes.

When she’s not dancing, Sienna is busy training to become a beauty therapist!