About Us
Our mission…
Caledon Academy of the Arts aims to establish itself as the premier dance studio in the community, renowned for its outstanding dance programs, enriching summer camps, and personalized private education. Operating within a secure, enjoyable, and uplifting facility, we provide children and young adults with the perfect environment to nurture and explore their deep-rooted love and unwavering passion for the arts.
OUR FACULTY
Co-Owners & Directors
Sandra Macri & Katie Purdy began their partnership & friendship 11 years ago while working together. With 18 years of experience training dancers and running a studio, Sandra & Katie are driven to provide a fun and safe environment for their students to develop their fullest potential and encourage their self confidence.
Katie completed her College Education at George Brown College in the Dance Program and then went on to received her Teaching Qualifications and Associate Degree with the Cecchetti Society of Canada through her training at the Royal Winnipeg Ballet Schools Teacher Training Program. Katie is looking forward to sharing her love of dance and educating the youth of Caledon East.
Sandra graduated from Sheridan College in their Business and Accounting Program and danced competitively her whole life. Sandra has used both her College Education and Dance Training to run and manage other dance studios in the past and is excited to continue to do so here in Caledon East.
As a pair, Katie & Sandra have a diverse skill set to bring to the table that will help them make Caledon Academy of the Arts a successful Dance Academy. With their well rounded expertise, they strive to develop and maintain a solid business model along with innovative and creative direction to lead Caledon Academy.
Miss Stephanie
Macri-Grisafi
Acro | Jazz
Miss Emily
Melo
Acro | Jazz | Hip Hop | Tap
Miss Ava Carpeneto
Acro |Hip Hop | Jazz | Tap
Miss Hayley Howson
Musical Theatre
Miss Isabella Bastasin
Ballet | Tap | Jazz | Acro | Creative Movement
Mr Emilio
Macri
Acro | Hip Hop | Jazz | Tap