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

Founder and Artistic Director
Suzy Stiperski
Biography coming soon...
Ballet - Pointe - Musical Theatre- Adult Ballet Barre -Jazz Fusion

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.
Jazz - Contemporary - Lyrical - Ballet

Office Manager & Fitness Instructor
Danielle Tuohy
Bio and headshot coming soon...
Office Manager and Body Strengthen Instructor

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

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 generation.
Kinder Dance - Tap - Jazz - Ballet - Hip Hop

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.
Pilates - Fitness

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

Yoga Instructor
Yoga Instructor
Bio coming soon...
Adult Yoga