Executive Director

• Jun 2019 - Present

"Inspire, Engage & Empower Through Dance" DanceHub is a community interest company (CIC) that seeks to advance, provide and promote the education, development and wellbeing of people and communities, through their active participation in and opportunities through Dance. Founded in 2019 by Marina Studios Foundation and executive directors, Annelies White and Daran Bennett, DanceHub provides the engine (hub) for operational and outreach activity, working with and on behalf of partners from all sectors; Sport & Physical Activity, Arts & Culture, Health, Education, Commercial, Third Sector and Local Authority. Show less

Founder

• Sep 2013 - Present

MARINA STUDIOS – THE DANCE SPECIALISTS – DANCEHUB OF THE SOUTH Marina Studios opened its doors in January 2014 and became Brighton’s largest dance studio complex. Our facilities include 3 large bright and airy dance and fitness studios with Le Mark sprung floors, professional PA systems, ballet bars, yoga and gymnastics equipment. We are known as the 'Pineapple Of The South' and people travel from all across Sussex and beyond to access our timetable taught by world class choreographers. We are the proud home of: Streetfunk – the South Coast’s most successful Hip Hop dance school (www.streetfunk.co.uk) and The studios are available for hire for one-off bookings, regular classes or events. Marina Studios is also a registered charity. We are committed to making dance accessible to people of all demographics, ages, abilities and ages. We provide dance scholarships, discounts for foster children and carers, work closely with the local council, social services, charities and community groups to provide outreach sessions and workshops to truly make what we offer accessible to all. We believe whole-heartedly that dance can change lives. Can relieve mental health issues, increase fitness levels, a feeling of inclusivity, a feeling of purpose, address obesity and so much more. If you would like to know more about what we do or work together with us please do get in touch. Show less

Chief Executive Officer

• Oct 2019 - Present

We provide wellness sessions/workshops, Mindset/Human Factors training, Alchemic Breathwork workshops, Corporate/Private workshops, sessions, weekends and retreats plus yoga and fitness classes, one2ones, workshops and masterclasses. We provide wellness sessions/workshops, Mindset/Human Factors training, Alchemic Breathwork workshops, Corporate/Private workshops, sessions, weekends and retreats plus yoga and fitness classes, one2ones, workshops and masterclasses.

Partner

• Sep 2008 - Feb 2020

Streetfunk is the South Coast's largest and longest running Street Dance school, providing classes for all ages, ranging from 4 yrs old to adults, across Sussex. Streetfunk was founded by JP Omari who is widely known in the UK Hip Hop dance scene, as well as for his dedicated work in the community dance sector over the years. Although Hip Hop dance is at the forefront of Streetfunk’s activities, what is most important to us are the qualities that make one not only a good dancer but also a decent, respectable and confident person through hard work, discipline and respect. In class, children learn the importance of these qualities alongside the foundations of Street Dance styles. Streetfunk is more than a dance school… It’s a family! Albeit a large family teaching over 700 students each week. Come and join us and see what a difference we can bring to your child’s life! We also have professional competing crews available to hire for performances, corporate events etc. Our world class teaching team are available for workshops, parties, team building, hen/stag do's, one-to-one performances and more. Show less

Certified Instructor

• Apr 2010 - May 2017

I am a certified Zumba instructor. Check out my website (www.zumbawithme.co.uk) for a list of my weekly classes across Brighton & Hove. I am also available for parties, one-off workshops, corporate team building, Hen/Stag Do's and more. I am a certified Zumba instructor. Check out my website (www.zumbawithme.co.uk) for a list of my weekly classes across Brighton & Hove. I am also available for parties, one-off workshops, corporate team building, Hen/Stag Do's and more.

Independent Mortgage Broker

• Aug 2004 - Sep 2009

Owner

• Oct 1996 - Aug 2001

I owned an artist management and event organising company in Brighton. We had a huge database of quality artists, D.J's and live acts who we sent to perform around the world. We were also club promoters running several club nights each week around the city with world class D.J's and headline acts. We also acted as a flyer-distributing company, sending teams out across the City distributing flyers for Brighton's exciting nightlife events. I owned an artist management and event organising company in Brighton. We had a huge database of quality artists, D.J's and live acts who we sent to perform around the world. We were also club promoters running several club nights each week around the city with world class D.J's and headline acts. We also acted as a flyer-distributing company, sending teams out across the City distributing flyers for Brighton's exciting nightlife events.

Personal Banker

• Aug 1996 - Jun 2000

As a personal banker my primary responsibilities were: Selling financial services Speaking with customers Accessing and updating account details on a computer Always trying to meet targets As a personal banker my primary responsibilities were: Selling financial services Speaking with customers Accessing and updating account details on a computer Always trying to meet targets