About us

It all started in February 2002 with a beginners Tap class, which grew and grew to three levels of Ballet, six levels of Tap and three levels of Jazz. New from 2013, Strictly Come Dancing inspired FitStepsⓇ classes.

Principal – Gemma Thompson

Grew up in Swindon, started dancing at the age of two at The Sullivan School of Dance, followed by Swindon Dance. Completed training at London College of Dance, leaving with a BA (Hons) in Dance, a diploma and full teaching certification.

After working as professional dancer in commercial work, returned to Swindon and commenced teaching full time, teaching all ages – from age three to 65 (and counting) and all abilities – beginners to advanced.

Teacher-Alisa Cate

Alisa started dancing in Swindon at 3, she mainly focussed on Irish and Disco until she started dancing for Gemma at 13. She achieved a BA Hons in Drama from the University of Birmingham and a PGCE in Dance from the University of Exeter in 2015.

She is currently working as the Programme Leader for Level 3 Dance at New College and has recently trained as a Sports Masseuse.

All Dance is for adults only. For children’s classes please visit gemmathompsondanceacademy.co.uk