In this episode, Shay speaks about overcoming obstacles, leaping into big life decisions, and how dance has shaped and changed her life.

As a fellow dancer, I am truly inspired by what Shay has offered and created in the dance and performing arts world. She has created a safe space and a community of inclusion and heart.

Bio: Shay has been teaching professionally for the past 17 years, to say dance is her life is an understatement. Shay began her training at just 3 years old and has never looked back. She is well versed in all genres of dance from ballet to hip hop and everything in between, and of course, heels. With 17 years of teaching experience and over 10 years in heels training & teaching, she will keep you wanting more in class!

She has received numerous choreography awards for her pieces and has had the honour of choreographing for some of B.C’s most talented dancers. Shay prides herself on always continuing to learn and grow and trains regularly at top facilities in Canada and the U.S. She is currently a full-time choreographer, instructor, owner of Dance District, an Adult Dance Studio in Yaletown, and Creator & Director of MPWR Dance Training & Performance Group.