Our Team

Tanya Bird’s passion for dance began at just four years of age — the start of a lifelong journey that has shaped her into an accomplished dancer, educator and mentor.

With extensive training across Hip Hop, Irish Dance, Tap, Jazz, Contemporary and Ballet, Tanya has trained under some of the most respected syllabi in the world.

• ✔ Royal Academy of Dance (RAD)
• ✔ Commonwealth Society of Teachers of Dance (CSTD)
• ✔ Australian Teachers of Dance (ATOD)
• ✔ An Coimisiún Le Rincí Gaelacha (CLRG)
• ✔ Cumann Rince Náisiúnta (CRN)

Her dedication led to the completion of numerous examinations, culminating in her formal teaching qualifications.

A Legacy of Performance & Education

Tanya has performed and competed at Regional, State, National and International levels. While these achievements are significant, her true passion has always been education.

Beginning as a teaching assistant at just ten years old, Tanya has gone on to teach at respected studios across Brisbane:

• • Linda Ford Academy of Dance (1985–1990)
• • Kick Performing Arts Studio (1991–1999)
• • Chase Academy (2000–2010)
• • Eire Dance Australia (2011–2023)

She has also attended extensive masterclasses and conventions, including training with industry leaders such as Dean Perry of Tap Dogs fame.

Leadership Beyond Dance

• ✔ 5 years as a Bank Manager with St.George Bank in Melbourne
• ✔ Qualified Personal Trainer
• ✔ Martial Arts Instructor at United Martial Arts & Fitness (UMF)