Our Team
Meet our lovely A.O.P.A staff!

Ballet - Pointe - Musical Theatre- Adult Ballet Barre - Jazz Fusion
Founder and Artistic Director
Suzy Stiperski
Suzy Stiperski is an enthusiastic performer, choreographer, teacher and director, whose years of experience reflect in her students and studio. Ms. Stiperski began her training at a young age and continued to do so until her graduation from Ryerson Theatre School (now TMU), majoring in dance. Her theatrical credits eventually led to performances in “Top Cops”, “The Soccer Game”, “Kids in the Hall”, and the television miniseries ”The Queen of Mean”, where she also assisted in choreography. Ms. Stiperski also studied with “Second City” and the “Actors Network”. She is a full member of the Canadian Dance Teachers Association (CDTA), where she plays an active role on the Ballet committee, and the Performing Arts Educators of Canada (PAEC). She has successfully trained students from primary to advanced levels, as well as, prepared teachers and students for their teaching papers. Ms. Stiperski enjoys adjudicating and sharing her passion and knowledge with the future generation of dancers, teachers, choreographers and performers.

Jazz - Contemporary - Lyrical
Dance Instructor
Maya Erwin
Maya is an emerging dance artist with over 15 years of training in various disciplines. Since 2017 she has been dedicated to inspiring and educating young dancers. Choreographing pieces for both recreational and competitive performances, Maya has won multiple stand-out choreography awards. Maya specializes in contemporary dance and finds joy in watching her students develop their own artistry. As a graduate of York University, completing her undergraduate degree in dance, Maya brings a fresh perspective to the academy. Maya is excited for another year of dancing, creating, and sharing her passion with her students.

Office Manager and Body Strengthen Instructor
Office Manager & Fitness Instructor
Danielle Tuohy
Danielle Tuohy is the friendly face you see when walking into our studio. She is not only our office manager, but also teaches our Full Body Strength Class for adults.

Acro - Musical Theatre - Tap
Dance Instructor
Nancy Dinner
Biography coming soon...

Kinder Dance - Tap - Jazz - Ballet - Hip Hop
Student Dance Instructor
Kiera Tuohy
Kiera has been a student at the Academy of Performing Arts since the age of 8. She is committed to her practice of dance and is passionate about teaching young dancers. After competing in many dance competitions across Ontario, Kiera has won many special awards and has placed 1st in her category numerous times. Kiera loves to create connections with her students and share her passion with the younger dancers here at AOPA.

Pilates - Fitness
Pilates Instructor
Megan Fuda
Growing up with a love for health and fitness, Megan has always explored new ways to take care of her mind and body. When looking for new forms of movement she fell in love with Pilates. As a former student of the Academy of Performing Arts, growing up with a love for dance, she found similarities through controlled movements, strength, and alignment. Megan is a certified Body Harmonics instructor and certified Personal Training Specialist. She hopes to instil the same love and passion she has for both Pilates and movement in everyone she teaches.

Meditation- Ballet Barre
Meditation Leader
Natalia Falarz
Bio coming soon...

Adult Yoga
Instructor
Instructor
Bio coming soon...