Meet Our Dance Team | Milton Keynes

Our team

A registered Ballroom and Latin Professional with:

ADA (Allied Dance Association)
ABD (Associated Board of Dance)
Para Dance UK
BDC (British Dance Council)
WDC (World Dance Council)
BDF & BDFI (Ballroom Dance Federation International)
BCDC (British Competitors Dance Co-operation)

Creator and Director of Celebrity JustDance Charity Event (formally known as Strictly MK), first of its kind in Milton Keynes. In the last 4 years Accursio has raisied over £169,000 for Willen Hospice, MacMillan Cancer Support, Keech Hospice and MKDons SET — the event grows every year: www.celebrityjustdance.me.uk

By the age of 15, Accursio was already competing internationally as a representative for England. In his Amateur career, Accursio was invited to compete with his dance partner all over the world, winning most of the major championships in the UK, many Championships abroad, and ranking 2nd in England in 10-dance Ballroom and Latin, all before turning Professional 8 years ago. Accursio was a finalist at San Francisco Open World Championships, German Open Championships, and ranked top 5 in UK Professional Ballroom at the UK Closed Championships for 6 consecutive years, to name a few.

Within the last 31 years, he has built a highly successful Ballroom and Latin career as an international figure; receiving invitations to lecture, teach and adjudicate Championships worldwide.

Since founding JustDance Academy Ltd in 2009, Accursio has committed to delivering a hands-on approach to the success of his students — especially now that the school has evolved and been renamed as Romeo Dance Academy Ltd, he is striving more than ever to unleash their potential at every opportunity – from teaching absolute beginners to coaching world-class top competitors to crafting choreography for stage productions.

Determined to make dancing accessible to all regardless of ability, Accursio has been a fully qualified Ballroom & Latin Wheelchair Dance Sport instructor since 2015. To this day, Romeo Dance Academy is still the only dance school within the 3 closest counties that offer Wheelchair Dance Sport classes.

About Tara

Hi I’m Tara! I’m an avid enthusiast of dance and performance arts. I started my dance journey at the age of 3 at the Gwynedd School of Dance, North Wales. Growing up, I continued my dance training at Barton’s Dance and Drama Academy where I excelled in a range of dance forms such as ballet, tap, modern, disco, hip-hop, jazz and national – achieving ISTD from merit to distinction. I developed my experience as a teaching assistant for two years. During my time at Barton’s, I was fortunate to perform to an audience at venues such as Her Majesty’s Theatre, Sadler’s Wells and the Royal Albert Hall in London, enhancing my stage performance skills and artistic dance practices.

At the age of 16, I studied performance arts (QCF) attaining a double grade merit and advance skills training certificate. I was given the pleasure of performing as a leading role (as Iris) in the musical ‘Fame’ and a production of ‘Our House’ as a dancer.

In 2017, I enrolled at Kingston University school of Art, earning a degree in BA Dance (Hons). I was given a high quality standard of education and competed with the Kingston University Dance Society as a proud member on the committee – taking on the team to win many titles and trophies. It was here that I developed an interest in Latin dance, to add to my dance portfolio. I engaged in many dance classes with influential dancers in the industry.

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Leila brings a wealth of knowledge from her competitive dance background. From representing England in competitions worldwide to becoming a British National Latin American Champion at the prestigious Blackpool Winter Gardens. To performing alongside Strictly star Pasha Kovalev in his Strictly Tours across the UK and starring in six National UK Theatre Tours. You may also recognise Leila from our very own Milton Keynes Strictly event, Celebrity JustDance where she performed as one of our Professional Dancers!

About Hannah

Hannah graduated Italia Conti with a BA Hons in Musical Theatre, after training for 3 years in singing, dancing and acting. Prior to this Hannah went to Arts 1 Sixth Form training in musical theatre whilst studying at Leanne Hughes Theatre School in multiple styles of dance such as jazz, modern, ballet, contemporary and hip hop. Hannah is very excited to share her wealth of knowledge and she is passionate to create a fun and positive space for all students to explore ballet.

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About Sophie

Sophie graduated Stella Mann College back in 2021 with a First Class Degree in Performing Arts. Before this, she trained at Northampton College on the dance course as well as her old dance school ‘Platinum Dance Academy’, now known as ‘The Company of Arts’. Sophie was a competitive freestyle disco dancer from the ages of 11-17, competing all across the country as well as competing in national competitions.

Since graduating college, Sophie has worked professionally as a singer/dancer/actor, making her a versatile performer in this field. Her credits include; Graduate London Fashion Week (Dancer and Assistant Choreographer), MAZEYTRAP – Black Diamond (Music Video), Disney Promo Shoot: Frozen The Musical – Anna (Stand In), Dancer for GG Staffing & Entertainment, ‘In It Together’ Festival as a dancer, Dancer for Evolve Entertainment, “An Evening of Burlesque” UK Tour – Showgirl, Mother Goose Pantomime (Northants Tour 2022), ‘Michael Starring Ben’ UK & Europe Tour as backing vocalist, ‘Tiny Dancer – The Music of Elton John’ UK & European Tour as backing vocalist.

Sophie made her arena debut at Coca Cola Arena in Dubai with ‘Michael Starring Ben’ and continues to tour with the show whilst teaching beginner and advanced heels at Romeo Dance Academy.

Sophie found a love for Heels whilst training at Stella Mann under Hannah Levitt-Collins. Since graduating she has continued her training with Hannah and has grown her foundations and knowledge of the style, ready to teach to the next generation.

About Daniel

Born in Málaga, Spain and dancing since he was 6 years old, now based in London, the last twenty-one years have consisted of dance competitions, dance training, acting, modeling and teaching. Daniel has also built his very own successful dance school in London and we are honored to have him teach for us on a weekly basis bringing his wealth of talent and knowledge.

Daniel has also been an artist at the most recognised events and dance festivals around the United Kingdom. He continues to be committed to learning and developing himself as a dancer, with the aim of providing greater value to his classes. He’s passionate about changing people’s lifestyles and bringing happiness and motivation to their lives.

Daniel usually teaches our Advanced Salsa & Bachata Classes as well as workshops and private lessons upon request.