Jane Davis-Munro (RAD-RTS, ECE), Artistic Director
Artistic Director & Co-Founder
Jane Davis-Munro, is a dance educator, with four decades of success in operating a thriving dance and art studio in Toronto, Canada. As a Registered Educator, Mentor, and Practical Teaching Supervisor affiliated with the Royal Academy of Dance, she has been recognized for her exceptional contributions with invitations to conduct master classes for both the RAD and Canada's National Ballet School's esteemed teacher training program.
Specializing in Ballet and Early Childhood dance, Ms. Davis-Munro holds Advanced certificates in Ballet from the Royal Academy of Dance, as well as certifications in Modern and National Dance from the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dance. Her academic journey includes graduating from Toronto Metropolitan University's Theatre Department, with a focus on Dance, and obtaining a certificate in Early Childhood Education. Ms. Davis-Munro, alongside her daughters, serves as the co-creator of the Childhood Expressions ™ Fine Arts Curriculum. Together, they are dedicated to advancing and sharing this legacy affiliate program, a collaborative project initiated with her mother, Lynda Johnson, a Visual Artist.
Additionally, Jane is a Certified Coach with More Than Just Great Dancing®, a Children's Wisdom Coach (Adventures in Wisdom™ ), and a Dare to Declare™ Certified Vision Board Facilitator.
Beyond her credentials, Jane is driven by a mission to nurture positive connections and belonging through dance and the arts. Her commitment lies in fostering the confidence, happiness, and health of children. She firmly believes that dance and arts based education plays a fundamental role in a child's physical, mental, and artistic development. Jane Davis-Munro's unwavering dedication is centered on serving and creating communities that empower children to thrive.
Specializing in Ballet and Early Childhood dance, Ms. Davis-Munro holds Advanced certificates in Ballet from the Royal Academy of Dance, as well as certifications in Modern and National Dance from the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dance. Her academic journey includes graduating from Toronto Metropolitan University's Theatre Department, with a focus on Dance, and obtaining a certificate in Early Childhood Education. Ms. Davis-Munro, alongside her daughters, serves as the co-creator of the Childhood Expressions ™ Fine Arts Curriculum. Together, they are dedicated to advancing and sharing this legacy affiliate program, a collaborative project initiated with her mother, Lynda Johnson, a Visual Artist.
Additionally, Jane is a Certified Coach with More Than Just Great Dancing®, a Children's Wisdom Coach (Adventures in Wisdom™ ), and a Dare to Declare™ Certified Vision Board Facilitator.
Beyond her credentials, Jane is driven by a mission to nurture positive connections and belonging through dance and the arts. Her commitment lies in fostering the confidence, happiness, and health of children. She firmly believes that dance and arts based education plays a fundamental role in a child's physical, mental, and artistic development. Jane Davis-Munro's unwavering dedication is centered on serving and creating communities that empower children to thrive.
Briar Munro, Marketing Manager
Marketing Manager
Briar Munro grew up dancing and working at Pegasus Dance Studios, where she developed a deep love for movement, creativity, and community. Her journey through the studio shaped not only her passion for the arts, but also her belief in the transformative power of dance. She holds a diploma in Fitness and Lifestyle Management and is a certified Personal Trainer, Holistic Lifestyle Coach, Pilates Instructor, and Physiotherapy Assistant. Her background in health and wellness, combined with a lifelong connection to dance, gives her a unique perspective on supporting both physical and emotional development in young dancers.
As the founder of Fly Girl Fitness, Briar built a successful business rooted in empowerment and well-being. There, she developed marketing and business strategies that she now brings to her role as Marketing Manager at Pegasus Studios.
Returning to Pegasus has felt like coming home. Working alongside her family and the Pegasus team, Briar is excited to support studio families and share the heart of Pegasus with the wider community. She is dedicated to helping the studio continue to grow as a nurturing, inspiring space where children are encouraged to move freely, express themselves fully, and discover who they are.
As the founder of Fly Girl Fitness, Briar built a successful business rooted in empowerment and well-being. There, she developed marketing and business strategies that she now brings to her role as Marketing Manager at Pegasus Studios.
Returning to Pegasus has felt like coming home. Working alongside her family and the Pegasus team, Briar is excited to support studio families and share the heart of Pegasus with the wider community. She is dedicated to helping the studio continue to grow as a nurturing, inspiring space where children are encouraged to move freely, express themselves fully, and discover who they are.
Carolyn Pratley (RAD-RTS, IDA-ATC), Curriculum Manager
Curriculum Manager-
Ballet, Pre-School
Carolyn took her first Ballet class in Dorval, Que,, when she was four years old. It was an instant love affair that has resulted in a teaching career that has now spanned over 20 years. In addition to her BA in Psychology from the University of Ottawa, Carolyn holds the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) Teaching for Certificate, as well as the Teaching Diploma. Carolyn studied under her mentor, Helene Tassie of Ottawa, Rockland, ON, exposing the small Eastern Ontario town to dance classes in a bilingual setting. Here, Carolym continued to enjoy much success, entering many students in RAD Ballet exams, ADAPT (Associated Dance Arts for Professional Teachers) Jazz exams and amateur dance competitions. She took great pleasure in watching her small studio grow and her dancers flourish. It was difficult to leave Ottawa, but Carolyn is happy to have found Pegasus and continue to share her love of dance. Carolyn lives in East York with her husband and their teenage son, William.
Lara Munro, Studio Manager
Pre-School, Ballet, Modern
Lara Munro was introduced to dance at the age of three and as an older child joined Modern dance company Canadian Children's Dance Theatre. She completed her Intermediate (Advanced One) Ballet Exam under the Royal Academy of Dance. Lara trained as a Pilates instructor with the Stott Pilates Method. She began teaching pre-school age children at Pegasus in the Childhood Expressions program and is an accredited Kindermusik Educator. Lara has continued her work in the community outside the dance studio as a La Leche League Leader and a board member of the Storytellers for Children. She has three sons with whom she spends her days telling stories, rhymes and riddles and singing songs.
Lara Munro was introduced to dance at the age of three and as an older child joined Modern dance company Canadian Children's Dance Theatre. She completed her Intermediate (Advanced One) Ballet Exam under the Royal Academy of Dance. Lara trained as a Pilates instructor with the Stott Pilates Method. She began teaching pre-school age children at Pegasus in the Childhood Expressions program and is an accredited Kindermusik Educator. Lara has continued her work in the community outside the dance studio as a La Leche League Leader and a board member of the Storytellers for Children. She has three sons with whom she spends her days telling stories, rhymes and riddles and singing songs.
Lia Munro, Business Manager
Business Manager
Growing up at Pegasus, Lia has trained in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, and Modern. She holds a Masters of Arts in Drama from York University and has worked as a dramaturge, director, company manager and producer in the independent theatre and dance scene in Toronto since 2012. Lia has managed the costume and performance departments at Pegasus since 2008 and is excited to now be managing the business side of the dance studio where she was raised. When not working at Pegasus, Lia is proud to be part of the volunteer team with gritLIT Readers and Writers Festival in Hamilton, ON.
AmandaTimpson
Amanda has been teaching dance for several years and absolutely loves helping students grow and enjoy moving. She completed Year 1 of the ADAPT Teacher Training School, which really helped her build strong teaching skills and deepen her knowledge of dance. Her favorite styles to teach are lyrical and jazz, and she focuses on helping dancers connect with the music and express themselves, not just learn the steps.
She’s worked with dancers of all ages and skill levels, so she knows how to make classes fun and challenging for everyone. Amanda believes dance is a great way to build confidence and creativity, and she always tries to create a positive, supportive space where students feel comfortable to try new things and improve at their own pace.
Amanda also loves putting together choreography for shows and competitions, helping dancers tell stories through their movements. Whether you’re just starting out or have been dancing for years, Amanda is excited to dance with all, making sure everyone feels inspired and excited about dance.
For Amanda, teaching dance is all about sharing her passion and helping others discover how fun and freeing dance can be.
She’s worked with dancers of all ages and skill levels, so she knows how to make classes fun and challenging for everyone. Amanda believes dance is a great way to build confidence and creativity, and she always tries to create a positive, supportive space where students feel comfortable to try new things and improve at their own pace.
Amanda also loves putting together choreography for shows and competitions, helping dancers tell stories through their movements. Whether you’re just starting out or have been dancing for years, Amanda is excited to dance with all, making sure everyone feels inspired and excited about dance.
For Amanda, teaching dance is all about sharing her passion and helping others discover how fun and freeing dance can be.
Ava Phenix-Ng (RAD-RTS, NBS TTP (Dip.), ARAD)
Ballet & Costume & Dancewear Manager
Ava is a registered teacher with the Royal Academy of Dance and a graduate of the Teacher Training Program at Canada’s National Ballet School. Under the mentorship of her Pegasus teachers, she successfully completed graded and vocational examinations with the RAD, including Advanced 2. She holds her Progressing Ballet Technique certification, and is committed to ensuring that her students derive the physical, social and emotional benefits of dance. Ava aspires to foster a love and appreciation of dance within her students and is eager to support them in reaching their goals. She looks forward to contributing to the inclusive environment at Pegasus through her teaching, as well as through her role as Costume & Dancewear Manager.
Caitlin Gillespie (BA. Sport Media)
Performance Company Director, Social Media Manager, Lyrical, Musical Theatre, Jazz, Tap
Caitlin is both a Pegasus Studios alumni and a graduate from Toronto Metropolitan University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Sport Media. Through her many years at Pegasus, Caitlin honed her skills in various dance styles, including RAD ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical, contemporary, hip hop, and musical theatre.
Performing has always been an integral part of Caitlin’s life, as she has participated in musicals, our Pegasus Performance companies, and much more. She is thrilled to continue her role as Performance Company Director, ready to share her passion for dance with the Pegasus community.
Caitlin looks to foster a sense of community in all of her classes, allowing every child to shine and grow into their most confident selves through dance. Believing in the transformative power of storytelling through movement, Caitlin looks forward to continuing to express her passion through choreography and her work with students.
Additionally, she is excited to contribute to the welcoming atmosphere at Pegasus as both a teacher and the Social Media Manager, capturing the magic that happens behind the scenes.
Performing has always been an integral part of Caitlin’s life, as she has participated in musicals, our Pegasus Performance companies, and much more. She is thrilled to continue her role as Performance Company Director, ready to share her passion for dance with the Pegasus community.
Caitlin looks to foster a sense of community in all of her classes, allowing every child to shine and grow into their most confident selves through dance. Believing in the transformative power of storytelling through movement, Caitlin looks forward to continuing to express her passion through choreography and her work with students.
Additionally, she is excited to contribute to the welcoming atmosphere at Pegasus as both a teacher and the Social Media Manager, capturing the magic that happens behind the scenes.
Devon Inrig
Administrative Assistant
Devon is a Pegasus Studios alumni as well as a former musical theatre assistant who
choreographed 3 recital dance pieces and taught children from the ages of 4-12. Devon
attended and graduated at Humber College with a Fashion Arts diploma. Devon has had a love
of dance from an early age who has danced in both the 30 th and 35 th Pegasus anniversary
recitals. After Pegasus, Devon also got an opportunity to dance in a K-Pop showcase in 2019.
She continues to dance whenever she can as dance has always been her first love.
choreographed 3 recital dance pieces and taught children from the ages of 4-12. Devon
attended and graduated at Humber College with a Fashion Arts diploma. Devon has had a love
of dance from an early age who has danced in both the 30 th and 35 th Pegasus anniversary
recitals. After Pegasus, Devon also got an opportunity to dance in a K-Pop showcase in 2019.
She continues to dance whenever she can as dance has always been her first love.
Dryden Graham
Art
Dryden is a graduate of Pegasus Studios and began taking the Saturday morning art classes at Pegasus the age of four, continuing for fifteen years. He has also assisted in these classes during the school year and at the summer Dance and Art camps for the past five years, and works at the reception desk at Pegasus.
His art education also includes at Luc Sculpture, and Wexford Collegiate School of the Arts. Dryden has pursued other areas expressing his visual arts with work on set construction and painting for community theater. He is currently in his final year at Art College for Illustration and Sequential Arts and working with IATSE local 58 Theatre Union.
His art education also includes at Luc Sculpture, and Wexford Collegiate School of the Arts. Dryden has pursued other areas expressing his visual arts with work on set construction and painting for community theater. He is currently in his final year at Art College for Illustration and Sequential Arts and working with IATSE local 58 Theatre Union.
Emma Johnson (B.Kin)
Office Administrator and teacher
Emma is both a Pegasus Studios alumni and a University of Toronto Kinesiology and Physical
Education graduate. Her degree helps her apply her knowledge to many aspects of dance
including anatomy, program planning, the behavioural aspect of physical activity, in addition to
adapted and inclusive physical activity. Emma has been passionate about dance from a young
age; she has trained in RAD ballet, jazz, modern, and contemporary. In high school, Emma
attended Rosedale Heights School of The Arts where she majored in dance and obtained
experience working with many industry leaders. There, she participated in many choreographic
workshops where she got to create her own choreographic pieces in addition to performing in
their dance shows.
At Pegasus, Emma is one of the office administrators as well as a substitute and assistant
dance teacher. This fall, Emma will be returning to school as she starts her Behavioural Science
Technician Diploma from George Brown College.
Education graduate. Her degree helps her apply her knowledge to many aspects of dance
including anatomy, program planning, the behavioural aspect of physical activity, in addition to
adapted and inclusive physical activity. Emma has been passionate about dance from a young
age; she has trained in RAD ballet, jazz, modern, and contemporary. In high school, Emma
attended Rosedale Heights School of The Arts where she majored in dance and obtained
experience working with many industry leaders. There, she participated in many choreographic
workshops where she got to create her own choreographic pieces in addition to performing in
their dance shows.
At Pegasus, Emma is one of the office administrators as well as a substitute and assistant
dance teacher. This fall, Emma will be returning to school as she starts her Behavioural Science
Technician Diploma from George Brown College.
Kennedy Dale-Johnson (RAD-RTS)
Ballet
Kennedy is a graduate of the Teacher Training Program at Canada’s National Ballet School and holds registered teacher status with the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) and the International Society of Teachers in Dance (National Branch). She also carries teaching qualifications with Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT), Silver Swans, and Dance for PD with the Mark Morris Dance Group. Kennedy’s choreography has been seen in collaboration with the Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony, Kitchener-Waterloo Chamber Orchestra and Fuse (formerly Vera Causa Opera).
Kennedy is passionate about the importance of dance and the positive influence it has on people of all ages and walks of life. She is excited to join the Pegasus faculty and looks forward to
sharing her love of dance and knowledge with her students.
Kennedy is passionate about the importance of dance and the positive influence it has on people of all ages and walks of life. She is excited to join the Pegasus faculty and looks forward to
sharing her love of dance and knowledge with her students.
Nicola Pantin
Jazz
Nicola Pantin is a dance instructor, choreographer and dancer. Some selected teaching credits include Ryerson University, Shanghai Theatre Academy, Etobicoke School for the Arts, RHSA, Wexford Collegiate, numerous TDSB schools and private dance schools. Some selected choreography credits include numerous dance and theatre productions at the Stratford Shakespeare Festival (2004-2012) Charlottetown Festival, Shanghai Theatre Academy, Imusicals, George Brown Dance (Unleashed, Nextstage) Sheridan (Musical Theatre) La Jolla Playhouse (assoc. choreographer for Yoshimi) Harbourfront World Stage, Nuit Blanche, Summerworks, Springworks (Stratford ON) YPT, TNB, Citadel Theatre, Second City, Spark/Expect Theatre, Red Barn Theatre, Humber River Shakespeare, Shakespeare in the Rough, Ffida, Theaturtle. She has received two Dora Mavor Moore awards for Outstanding Choreography (Jacob Two Two Meets the Hooded Fang, RJ Remixed) and a gold medal at Les Jeux de la Francophonie (Corpus). Some selected film and video choreography include Mise En Scene (NFB) Bare Knuckle Duet, The Table Dance, various music videos. Nicola also performs as an independent dancer locally and internationally. Nicola is co artistic director for 3degrees, an independant dance theatre company in Toronto. Nicola has been teaching online jazz and modern classes for Creative Children's Dance Centre and Pegasus Studios and will continue with several online dance classes for Canada's Ballet Jorgen, Ballet Creole and TEADE (Cuban dance festival) She will also be choreographing the online version of Beats and Intentions in the Fall 2020 and is on faculty at George Brown Dance.
Olivia Radcliffe
Hip Hop
Olivia Radcliffe has been dancing since the age of three, beginning her training at Pegasus Studios before expanding her education at Art and Soul and joining renowned companies such as Artists in Motion and Millennium Dance Crew. She is trained in a wide range of styles including hip hop, jazz, contemporary, acro, lyrical, heels, ballroom, and more.
Her performance career includes dancing on a Royal Caribbean cruise ship for a year, touring internationally with a production show, and performing with professional sports dance teams such as the Argos A-Team and the Raptors Northside Crew. Most recently, Olivia appeared in Drake’s latest music video, Nokia.
Olivia currently teaches at Pegasus Studios and offers pop-up classes while continuing her own training and preparing for upcoming professional opportunities. Dance has always been the driving force in her life, and she is passionate about passing that love and inspiration on to the next generation of dancers.
Her performance career includes dancing on a Royal Caribbean cruise ship for a year, touring internationally with a production show, and performing with professional sports dance teams such as the Argos A-Team and the Raptors Northside Crew. Most recently, Olivia appeared in Drake’s latest music video, Nokia.
Olivia currently teaches at Pegasus Studios and offers pop-up classes while continuing her own training and preparing for upcoming professional opportunities. Dance has always been the driving force in her life, and she is passionate about passing that love and inspiration on to the next generation of dancers.
Rosie Saunders
Rosalind Saunders (Rosie for short) is a dancer, actor, musician, and educator. Her first ballet class was when she was four, but she has studied ballet, tap, jazz, musical theatre, hip-hop, and modern over the years. Rosie holds an advanced diploma in music theatre performance from St. Clair College, and an Honours Bachelor's degree in Acting from Atlantic Technological University in Sligo, Ireland. In her education and her professional life, Rosie has performed in shows such as A St. Clair Christmas, Pélagie, The Laramie Project, A Huron County Christmas Carol, and The Masque of the Red Death. Rosie is also experienced as a production assistant, assistant stage manager, and usher, among other theatrical responsibilities.
Rosie has been teaching for about three years, and her goals as an educator is to get to know the students so she can help them reach their personal goals, and to inspire the students to think creatively and ambitiously. Alongside teaching, Rosie is writing a musical and auditioning for theatre projects.
Rosie has been teaching for about three years, and her goals as an educator is to get to know the students so she can help them reach their personal goals, and to inspire the students to think creatively and ambitiously. Alongside teaching, Rosie is writing a musical and auditioning for theatre projects.
Sara Lopez Videla
Ballet
Born and raised in Bolivia, Sara started her dance training in various styles at the age of 4 at
CAP Escuela de Danza located in her hometown. Throughout her training, she attended
multiple workshops and master classes, including the American Ballet Theatre’s Summer
Intensive in Texas.
After moving to Toronto in 2019, she completed three years of the Dance
program at York University and then joined the Teacher Training Program at Canada’s National Ballet School. After graduating from both, she obtained her Registered Teaching Status with the Royal Academy of Dance, and has completed multiple exams, including Cecchetti, National dances with the ISTD, and RAD throughout her journey in TTP.
Her skills in performing, choreographing, and teaching have given her opportunities to teach a wide range of ages and levels at NBS, from 5-year-olds to adults. Sara hopes to create a safe learning space where students can explore their own identity and abilities through movement, technique, and artistry.
She is looking forward to dancing and sharing with the Pegasus team and community for
another year!
CAP Escuela de Danza located in her hometown. Throughout her training, she attended
multiple workshops and master classes, including the American Ballet Theatre’s Summer
Intensive in Texas.
After moving to Toronto in 2019, she completed three years of the Dance
program at York University and then joined the Teacher Training Program at Canada’s National Ballet School. After graduating from both, she obtained her Registered Teaching Status with the Royal Academy of Dance, and has completed multiple exams, including Cecchetti, National dances with the ISTD, and RAD throughout her journey in TTP.
Her skills in performing, choreographing, and teaching have given her opportunities to teach a wide range of ages and levels at NBS, from 5-year-olds to adults. Sara hopes to create a safe learning space where students can explore their own identity and abilities through movement, technique, and artistry.
She is looking forward to dancing and sharing with the Pegasus team and community for
another year!
