Mrs. Heather Wanner
OWNER/DIRECTOR

 

Born and raised at the Jersey Shore, Heather's dance experience began at the age of five. She studied under many choreographers, directors and dancers from companies including The Dance Theater of Harlem, Alvin Ailey and Thommie Walsh.  Heather performed in various dance competitions and honed her craft at Joanne Reagan Dance Studios, The Jersey Cape May Dance Academy, several New York Dance conventions and The Summer Arts Institute of New Jersey.  Heather spent many of her younger years commuting to Manhattan for numerous auditions.  Heather's training involves, theater vocal and dance.  Appearing in several productions including Pippin, 42nd Street, Annie, The Sound of Music and A Broadway Baby, Heather is Actor's Equity eligible.  

 

Mrs. Wanner's educational background consists of a B.S. in Elementary Education and a minor in Dance Education.  Heather attended East Carolina University where she was a member of the Pure Gold Dancers, a competition squad, ranked fourth in the nation during her involvement.  Dance has always been a part of Heather's life and she has been able to share that passion with students at dance studios in Pittsburgh, P.A., Cape May, N.J., and public schools throughout North Carolina and New Jersey.  

 

She is thrilled to have the opportunity to begin her own studio in Ocean Grove at the Jersey Shore Arts Center.    

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Shoreline Dance Academy opened its doors June 2004 with the under the direction of Mrs. Heather Wanner. Shoreline Dance Academy trains dancers ages 3 to adult utilizing various instructors and technical approaches throughout the year. Shoreline Dance Academy strives to create an environment where the student can feel secure and confident as a dancer.


"We think you are a wonderful, energetic teacher.  It is wonderful to see my daughter dance around the house, outside in stores.  You have restored her love of dance.  It is never a chore to go to dance class.  Thank you Mrs. Heather!"

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"I like to dance ballet. I like twirling around an walking on my tippy-toes. It's fun doing pirouettes. My favorite is the leap, its like I can fly. My mom and my dad say they are proud of me."

 

 

  Shoreline Staff