Teaching Team at Tutu Studios

We pride ourselves on being warm, caring, and expert dance educators. We understand the magic and wonder of childhood and how best to teach children. We understand that dance and activities for children are about fun. And even more than that, we believe your child is important and are committed to helping your child be happy and healthy through dance.

Meet the instructors that make Tutu Studios the wonderful school that it is.

Tutu Studios Director – Elke Crowe

With a passion for nurturing young dancers and building a strong dance community, Elke has been dedicated to dance education since founding Tutu Studios in 2011.

Elke has recently completed Part 1 of the Cecchetti Ballet Associate Diploma and also holds Master Teacher status with Leap’N’Learn. Elke created the ‘Little Leapers’ syllabus for Leap’N’Learn which is used in studios all over the world. Elke also holds a Certificate in Ballet Teaching Studies from the Royal Academy of Dance.

Her approach combines technical excellence with nurturing instruction, guiding students to develop strong foundations and a genuine love for dance.

Our 2025 Staff

MISS IRENE
Tutu Toddlers
& Little Tutus

MISS POPPY
Tutu Toddlers, Little Tutus,
Pre Primary/Primary, Grade 4,
Grade 5 & Intermediate Ballet

MISS PHIA
Tutu Toddlers, Little Tutus
& Grade 1 Ballet

MISS C
Jazz, Tap &
Pre Primary/Primary

MISS JESS
Tutu Toddlers, Little Tutus
& Pre Primary/Primary

MISS KELLY
Tutu Toddlers, Little Tutus,
Jazz & Contemporary

MISS HANNAH
Tutu Toddlers
& Little Tutus

MISS LISA
Pointe & Stretch/Conditioning

GEMMA GORE
Studio Manager

Each member of our teaching team maintains the highest standards through regular curriculum training and progressional development, ensuring your child receives expert instruction at every class.

Interested in teaching with us?

  • I love that the children are always happy and included and having fun. Love coming to the viewing days and seeing how much they have all progressed over the term.

    Kirsten
    Kirsten Mum of Isabella, 6yrs