Like She Owns the Place

2. Everything Happens for a Reason with Claire O'Shea


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Claire is an award-winning Dance Studio Owner & Business Coach who has been teaching and running dance studios for over 15 years. Since starting her studio (Dance Energy Studios) at the age of 19, Claire has founded more businesses including Petite Performers Preschool Dance, Artsy Education Co and Assemblé Dance Studio Coaching.


Aside from running & growing her dance studio, Claire is a Podcaster and enjoys connecting with people across the globe in her Podcast "The Assemblé Dance Studio Coaching Podcast". This weekly podcast chats with interesting people in the industry and dives into the pressing issues that Studio Owners have to hopefully break through the obstacles and help Studio Owners find their path to growth or studio ease.

Claire has a passion for business knowledge and growth and enjoys collaborating with other business owners from around the world, as well as learning from other coaches and experts in various industries. Claire has a particular love affair with all things business systems, business plans, marketing & social media.

Claire began dancing at the age of three at a local studio in Maroochydore and continued to dance there for a further 17 years. Claire then went on to complete her examinations with the Australian Teachers of Dancing (ATOD) company and represented Queensland in the genre of jazz at the Australasian titles. From a young age, Claire assisted in teaching dance classes and her passion grew from there, completing her Junior and Associate Teaching Levels with ATOD. Claire is now fully qualified to teach all genres of dance and has also obtained a degree in Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary).
A passionate dancer herself, Claire continues to develop and grow her technical skills, attending many advanced technical workshops with international and nationally acclaimed choreographers and dancers.

The award-winning dance studio owner and business coach is based on the beautiful Sunshine Coast. When Claire’s not busy being a boss, you’ll find her out and about with her adorable dogs or spending time with friends & family. Claire and her husband are also excited to become parents mid this year.

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Like She Owns the PlaceBy Katie