About Us

I don't care if you mess up, I care if you give up. So don't give up!
Kaitlin's Aerial & Dance Academy is a dance and aerials studio in Maryborough, Queensland that offers a fun new way for students of all ages and abilities to get fit while having fun. We opened in 2019 and have been sharing the joy of dance and aerials with students ever since. Our studio has 6 engineered aerials points that have been specifically designed with safety as the key focus. Our students love learning to climb, fly, dance and flip in our beautifully created studio. We have specialised sprung floor for our dance and acrobatics classes as well as the safest aerials equipment in Australia purchased from Aerial Nonsense. Student and Parent Testimonials Roslyn: "Our girls aged 8yrs & 13yrs old started learning aerials with Kaitlin’s Aerial & Dance Academy in 2020 and absolutely love it! Our group lessons are one of the highlights of their week and Kaitlin has a beautiful, kind, positive and very patient approach whilst teaching her students. Kaitlin’s expertise, experience and encouragement has helped our girls grow in confidence, flexibility and creativity - highly recommended to anyone looking for a great dance or aerial class activity for either themselves or their children!" Juanita: "Neve loves attending aerial classes with the fabulous Miss Kaitlin. Miss Kaitlin provides a safe, welcoming studio and inspires Neve to always do her best and give it a go. Neve’s efforts are always met with positive encouragement and her successes with so much excitement and pride. Miss Kaitlin takes a genuine interest in Neve’s progress and tailors her lessons to make sure new tricks/moves are learnt when Neve is comfortable, confident and ready. I whole heartedly recommend Miss Kaitlin to anyone looking to experience the fun and adventure of aerials. " Sarah: "Joining Kaitlins Aerial and dance academy has been one of the best decisions I have made. Kaitlin is a very accommodating caring and compassionate coach who supports and encourages each and every one to their full potential. Its hard work but extremely rewarding and enjoyable. I've gained alot of self confidence and feel accomplished everytime."

Our Amazing Coaches

Miss Kaitlin Foley

Owner, Coach, Dancer & Adventurer
About Me: I have been in love with dancing for as long as I can remember, always putting on shows and performances for my family and friends. It wasn't until my late teenage years when I decided to follow it more deeply as a potential career path. I started working towards my RAD and ADA Dance Exams in 2018 and have successfully completed my Grade 5 Ballet, Intermediate Foundation Ballet, Bronze Star Tap & Silver Star Jazz Exams. I have also trained in a range of dance styles including Contemporary, Lyrical, Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Salsa, Cabaret & Hip Hop.
It was 6 years ago I began my aerials journey with a Silks workshop in a local studio. I fell in love instantly and quickly found myself travelling to the Sunshine Coast in order to develop my skills. I am now a certified instructor in Aerial Silks, Lyra, Trapeze and Hammock with 6 years worth of knowledge.
Qualifications: Cert IV Dance Teaching & Management: Australian College of Dance Acrobatic Arts Level 1 Teacher Training Aerial Arts Lyra Level 1 Teacher Training Dance Hammock For Kids: Earth & Air, Chantelle Rawlings Dance Hammock Level 1: Earth & Air, Chantelle Rawlings Circus Foundations: Circus Training Australia Tissu/Aerial Silk Level 1 - 3: Circus Training Australia Aerial Hoop Level 1 - 4: Circus Training Australia Trapeze Level 1 - 4: Circus Training Australia RAD Grade 5 & Intermediate Foundation Level Ballet: Merit ADA Bronze Star Tap & ADA Silver Star Jazz
Whenever I am not dancing or hanging upside down I am spending my time adventuring and exploring. I love everything outdoors and I am always up for some fun in the sun. I also have a pet snake, Loira, a blonde spotted python.

Miss Richelle Read-Thompson

Hi I'm Miss Richelle!I’ve been doing aerials for 2 years.
My favourite apparatus is the Aerial Hammock.
A fun fact about me is that I am an able-bodied wheelchair basketball player and I play and compete with my Maryborough team.

Miss Natalie Smith

Hi I'm Miss Nat! I've been dancing since I was 4 years old. I started training aerials almost 5 years ago.
My favourite apparatus are Lyra and Trapeze.
You can find me hanging around the studio everyday as well as coaching on Mondays, Thursday and Fridays.

Miss Willow Hughes

Hi, I'm Miss Willow!I’ve been doing aerials for 2.5 years, I used to dance but aerials stole my heart.
My favourite apparatus is Lyra.
A fun fact about me is that I was the first person to ever compete for kada in our first year at BTA.
Aerial is an amazing journey to have fun and make new friends. You will test your body and mind and be proud of yourself for what your body can achieve every lesson. I love aerials, KADA and our KADA family.