Nerida Southwood

Nerida began dancing at the age of 3 and has been formally trained in Jazz; Tap and Classical Ballet. She has now been teaching since 1996 and is a qualified teacher with the Australasian Dance Association (A.D.A)

Over the years Nerida has done extensive performance and choreographic work starting to dance professionally at the age of 8 with her first pantomime. She has choreographed performances for Darling Harbour, Royal Easter Show; Wonderland Sydney, Disneyland California and Universal Studios, FATD.

Performance Grade choreography and numerous pantomimes and sports and community events.

Nerida is now the Principal of Flight Dance Project located in the Hills District of Sydney.  The students are successful in competition and outstanding exam results.  A variety of genres are taught from beginner through to advanced students.

Nerida has also choreographed award winning troupes and solos for her students. Nerida is an ambitious, determined and enthusiastic teacher and dedicates her time to teaching students and works to always bring out the best in each of her students always encouraging creativity and a love of dance.

Nerida began adjudicating formally in 2012 and is excited to now be a part of the Australian Dance Adjudicators. Nerida is known for her fast, fresh and fair presentation of reports. Nerida is an encouraging adjudicator and ensures that the competitors are congratulated on their strengths and provides encouragement for progression.