MEET THE TEAM

These lovely people are the wonderful staff that make Freedom the place to be on The Wirral.

Kirsty Murphy

Kirsty Murphy

Owner / Director & Head Teacher

a.k.a “Freedom Mama”

Kirsty is the founder and heart of Freedom Dance Studios. She manages all the competitive teams and choreographs for House of Freedom Seniors. The classes she currently teaches are: Technique, Lyrical / Contemporary, Musical Theatre, Commercial, Street & Dance Leadership courses.

Mike Yates

Mike Yates

Digital & General Manager

a.k.a “Freedom Dad”

Mike works behind the scenes at Freedom and can also be found manning the reception desk most evenings. He looks after the maintenance of the studio building, our website, and marketing. He’s also our in-house photographer and videographer for our showcases and events. 

Mel Wharton

Mel Wharton

Teacher & Choreographer

Mel is head of our mini under 8’s classes and choreographer of both our mini teams: House of Freedom Minis & Freedom Collective Minis. The classes that Mel currently teaches are: Street, Choreography, Tap, Ballet & Jazz.

 

Rachel Hancock

Rachel Hancock

Teacher & Choreographer

Rachel is choreographer for Freedom Collective Seniors. The classes that Rachel currently teaches are: Technique and Lyrical / Contemporary

Sydney Martingell

Sydney Martingell

Teacher & Choreographer

Sydney is an alumna choreographer for our Acro Team: Freedom Acrobats. The class that Sydney currently teaches is Acro & Tricks.

Chloe Cooper

Chloe Cooper

Teacher & Choreographer

Chloe is a student choreographer for our Junior Lyrical Team: Freedom Collective Juniors.

Ellie Nicholson

Ellie Nicholson

Teacher & Choreographer

Ellie is a student choreographer for our Junior Street Team: House of Freedom Juniors.