Leif Taylor
BPA - Federation University
Comdance Theatrical Teachers Certificate
Comdance Theatrical Teachers Diploma
ECU Education Assistant Program

Leif is a theatrically trained dancer and teacher with over ten years experience from Perth, Western Australia.

Training in styles of Classical Ballet (RAD, CSTD/COMDANCE, Cecchetti), Pointe, Jazz, Tap, Acrobatics, Contemporary, Lyrical, Hip Hop and Musical Theatre, they gained their Teaching Certificate and Diploma through COMDANCE.

Leif has also trained in opera singing and completed a qualification as an education assistant in special needs. They moved to Ballarat in 2023 to pursue their bachelor’s degree in Performing Arts (Musical Theatre and Acting). They believe in creating a welcoming space for all students to explore and improve their skills.

Their credits include being the dance captain of Alexandra Theatre’s production of My Fair Lady (2022), being a main dancer in Drew Anthony Creative’s production of 42nd Street (2022) and as a featured dancer in Federation Arts Academy’s Pippin (2025).

Leif is excited to continue their teaching journey at The Academy of Classical Ballet and looks forward to working with both the students and faculty at The Academy.
Leif Taylor, Teacher, The Academy of Classical Ballet, Ballarat