16/09/2025
β¨ Kia ora, Iβm Courtney - the face behind CB.Dance β¨
I grew up in Richmond, where dance quickly became my world. From the age of 5 through 15 I competed nationally and internationally in Jazz and Ballet before stepping into teaching and completing my IDTA Associate Ballet & Modern Jazz exams.
I began a Contemporary Dance degree in Auckland, but after some knee troubles, I pivoted and completed a Bachelor of Communications (PR & Media Studies). I then spent 10 years in Auckland, first working as an Agent in the TV/Film/Modelling industry and later as an Operations Manager for a Marketing & Promotions agency.
After our daughter Macy arrived, Mitch and I traded the city hustle for a the rural life, moving to Tasman Village to raise our family. You will see our two girls, Macy and Lani in the studio giving Mitch a run for his money while they bounce in and out of dancing.
It was here that I reconnected with my roots, stepping back into the studio as a relief teacher for my old dance school (and a few new ones!). Teaching reminded me of why I fell in love with dance in the first place - helping kids spark creativity, confidence and imagination through dance.
Now, through CB.Dance, Iβm so excited to share that love with the next generation of dancers right here in our community. πβ¨