Our Staff

Amanda Best
- Director
Amanda grew up in Melbourne and from the age of 3 began training in Ballet, Jazz and Tap. At 8 years old, Amanda successfully joined the cast of ‘An Inspector Calls’ for an 8 week season at Her Majesty’s Theatre. This experience encouraged her passion for performing from a young age. Moving to Geelong at age 10 she found interest in Hip Hop and Contemporary to broaden her ability in more genres. In 2011 Amanda completed her VCE Dance studies at Sacred Heart College. After choreographing her first large group dance piece at SHC’s Mercy Arts Day at age 17, Amanda’s interest in coaching and mentoring began.

In 2014, she completed a 2 year full-time Performing Arts course at Patrick Studios Australia, and obtained her Certificate IV in Dance. Amanda performed in various entertainment performances at Crown Casino as well as dancing back-up for artists such as Jessica Mauboy and performed as a featured dancer on The Real Housewives of Melbourne. Other television appearances include ads for Target and Telstra Bigpond.

Amanda has now had over 10 years teaching experience, beginning her career assistant teaching at multiple schools across Melbourne during her full-time dance training. On her return to Geelong, her passion for mentoring grew, and her desire to share her knowledge with future generations flourished. 2018 was Amanda’s first year at Infinite Dance Studios where she instantly felt at home. The energy and passion found in the studio was second to none, and Amanda was excited for her future at IDS. In 2020, Amanda’s lifelong dream became a reality and took on the role of Co-Director at Infinite Dance Studios. As of 2024 Amanda became sole Director and is very excited for this new career adventure with her dance family.
Casey Angus
- Studio Co-Ordinator and Head Ballet Coach
Casey began dancing at the age of three, training in ballet, jazz and contemporary. This enlightened her passion for dance and has since been training in hip hop, tap and acrobatics as well.

Throughout her training, Casey completed her RAD syllabus ballet exams (Grades – Primary to Advanced Foundation), all to a distinction level.
In 2018, Casey commenced training at Infinite Dance Studios where she was fortunate enough to learn from devoted and enthusiastic staff members and compete for the studio multiple times.

Casey graduated from Secondary School at the end of 2018, achieving Dux of VCE Dance for Sacred Heart College Geelong and was selected to perform in the Top Class for VCE Dance.

Moving to Sydney in 2019, Casey commenced a full time dance course at Brent Street Studios where she attained her Diploma in Dance (Elite Performance) – Focusing on Performing Arts. This allowed her to perform on ‘The Voice Australia’ and ‘Dancing with the Stars’ as well as performing with artists such as Guy Sebastian, Casey Donavan and Tim Campbell.
Studying Business at Deakin University, Casey will obtain skills and knowledge which she hopeswill be a useful asset for Infinite.
Casey began her teaching by assisting classes around Geelong and after returning from Sydney wants to further her teaching as it has become a passion of hers and she is fortunate enough to do this, here at Infinite.
Sarah Sheils
- Beginner, Junior & Senior Acrobatics Coach
Sarah grew up in Melbourne and at the age of 3 attended her first ballet class followed by beginning jazz classes at age 5. Sarah later began to take contemporary and acrobatics classes at WestEnd Performing Arts as her passion for dance continued to grow. Sarah started out as a student teacher in 2009 assisting with jazz and acrobatic classes. In 2011 Sarah completed her year 12 VCE dance unit at Rosehill Secondary College in Essendon.

In 2015 Sarah moved to a remote town in Western Australia’s South East, where she opened a small dance school which was extremely successful, however a year later moved back to Victoria to complete her Bachelor of Education at Deakin University where she is completed her final year in 2019. She currently is working at Lismore Primary teaching grades 3-6 and still loves to come back down to Geelong on Friday afternoons to teach our Acrobatics students.

Sarah has recently completed an Acrobatic Arts course which allows for stronger technique and the opportunity for the students to sit exams.

Sarah loves being part of the IDS family. She cannot wait to see the progress throughout the studio.
Abby Spronken
- Beginner Hip Hop Coach
Abby has been dancing with Infinite Dance Studios since she was 3 years old and has loved every minute of it. She currently trains in tap, jazz, hip hop, ballet and contemporary. Abby has been privileged enough to be part of an elite competition troupe since 2016 which has given her incredible opportunities to dance and compete on many stages across Victoria. In September 2022, Abby was very fortunate to be part of the elite troupe and had the opportunity to go to Sydney, Australia to compete in the Dancelife Unite Nationals competition. Abby got to perform multiple routines with her troupe on the nationals stage which is an experience she will never forget. Her troupe competed in the finals round and the grand final section where her troupe was awarded first place for their contemporary piece ‘Turnstile’. Abby couldn’t have asked for a better experience.

Throughout her years of dance, Abby has had the opportunity to sit her tap and ballet exams. Abby has successfully completed levels 5 to Advanced 1 of the AICD ballet exams and levels 3 to 10 of the Glen Wood tap exams. She is very grateful for the knowledge and encouragement her teachers have given her to prepare for her exams.

Abby has been an assistant teacher at Infinite from 2018 and has learnt an enormous amount about teaching since she started. Assisting the younger classes has definitely pushed her out of her comfort zone but it has also brought her new challenges which she is very thankful for. Being an assistant teacher has shown Abby a new side of dance and she is extremely excited to begin her new journey as a teacher.
Mia Ristevski
- Jazz Coach
Starting with ballet at age 7 I quickly developed a love for dance even after dabbling in other activities I felt that dance was where I belonged. After a couple years I became more serious about dance and started jazz and contemporary where I really developed my dance style.

Now in my 11th year of dancing I am training full time at Jason Coleman’s Ministry of Dance where I am developing my skills in a variety of styles and expanding my knowledge in teaching and choreography as well as help to receive jobs in the dance industry.

I am very passionate about passing knowledge onto other dancers to help them grow in their own art and further their abilities.
Jason Teasdale
- Jazz and Elite Coach
Jason has been performing/choreographing and teaching collectively for almost 2 decades now in all facets of performing arts. As a performer his credits include ensemble member for the ‘Production Company’ feature dancer on ROVE LIVE, channels nine and ten including the footy show grand final, Asian cup opening ceremony, Collingwood football club dance crew and back up dancer for Artists such as Havana Brown and Jessica Mauboy.

Choreographic credits include creative direction for many Event companies throughout Melbourne as well as choreography for the Melbourne international comedy Festival, cabaret shows and choreography for Vicks Vapour drops TV commercial.

Jason’s 19 years of teaching all around the country led him to open up his own Performing Arts Studio and before closing the studio began his competition adjudicating experience taking him across Australia as well as overseas.
Andrew Coomber
- Tap Coach
Andrew, a proud Geelong native, has been dancing and performing for over 15 years. During this time, he has graced the stage in more than 30 musicals across the Geelong area. Some of his favourite productions include Mamma Mia! and Les Misérables with Footlight Productions, as well as Sideshow, The Musical with Theatre of the Damned.

Andrew began his dance training at Hightone Dance Academy, studying a variety of styles such as tap, jazz, ballet, hip hop, and contemporary. In 2015, he transitioned to Infinite Dance Studios, where he trained extensively for five years. Initially focusing on hip hop and tap, he dedicated his final years at Infinite solely to tap dance. Additionally, Andrew Spent two years with the Tap Forge Project, and in 2020 earned a spot on the prestigious Australian International Tap Team, where he trained for a year.

Beyond his training, Andrew has developed a strong passion for choreography. He has choreographed numerous primary school concerts and youth theatre productions for organizations such as GSODA Inc. His musical theatre choreography debut was for Bright Star: The Musical with Theatre of the Damned, followed by Catch Me If You Can and Young Frankenstein with the same company.

With a deep love for dance, especially tap, Andrew is thrilled to join the Infinite Dance Studios faculty and looks forward to inspiring the next generation of dancers.
Katie Loxton
- Musical Theatre Coach
Katie is a bubbly, hardworking and enthusiastic performer, from Melbourne Victoria. She is a recent graduate of Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University (Music Theatre), where she performed the roles of Peggy Sawyer in ‘42nd Street’, Holly Sullivan in ‘The Wedding Singer’ and Rosemary Pilkington in ‘How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying’. She also played Bronson Twist in Queensland Theatre’s initial workshop development of ‘Round the Twist’ directed by Simon Phillips.

She undertakes vocal training with Megan Shorey and Madeline Cain-Ybarzabal. She has danced for 10 years, including 7 years at Infinite Dance Studios so is extremely excited to be returning as a teacher.
Terri Spronken
- Costume Manager & Administration
Terri has been involved with Infinite Dance Studios for the past 10 years as a mother, backstage helper, and more recently as Costume Manager and Administration assistant. Terri studied Bachelor of Arts Journalism at Deakin University and worked as a Pharmacy Account Manager for Revlon Australia before she became a wife and mother.

Her two daughters have been dancing since the age of 4 and Terri enjoys watching them develop as dancers and learn from the great teaching staff that Infinite Dance Studios provides. Terri enjoys travelling with her family and in 2015 they spent 3 months visiting Europe, England and the United States.