Miss Yasmin – Founder & Principal
Yasmin Holland is the Founder and Principal of DQ Dance Academy and has been dancing since the age of 4. Throughout her training and professional performing career, she has developed a wealth of experience across a wide range of dance styles, performance opportunities and professional productions.
Following the award of a dance scholarship, Yasmin trained at the Midland Academy of Dancing and Drama (MADD), where she had the opportunity to perform at MOVE IT for 3 consecutive years. She also spent 4 years as part of the Junior Ensemble at the Sheffield Lyceum, worked with MarkMark Productions on street performances, and has performed in productions for ITV, BBC and Netflix.
In 2021, Yasmin founded DQ Dance Academy with a clear vision: to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every dancer feels supported, respected and empowered to reach their full potential.
Her passion is to inspire confidence, nurture talent and create opportunities for every student to thrive. Whether a dancer attends DQ for enjoyment, personal development or with aspirations of a career in the performing arts, Yasmin is committed to helping each individual grow, discover their potential and develop a lifelong love of dance.
Meet Our Team
Behind every lesson we teach is a dedicated team, each bringing their unique expertise and enthusiasm to team DQ.
Yasmin Holland
Principal & Teacher
Amelia Hazlewood
Teacher & Social Media Manager
Joanne Hazlewood
Teacher, Admin Manager and Costume Designer & Maker
Reviews about our Teaching
"You can’t put a value on the quality of the teaching, I believe all the teachers go above and beyond"
- Emily W
"Excellent teaching from all teachers and pushed appropriately"
- Cindy L
"You all do a fantastic job and I am so glad I found a dance class that accepts her just the way she is"
- Tracey W
What Sets DQ Dance Academy Apart...
...is our commitment to providing a diverse range of classes, exciting opportunities and experiences that extend beyond the traditional dance curriculum.
We are passionate about creating opportunities for our dancers to develop their skills, build confidence and experience dance in new and inspiring ways. From unique workshops and performance opportunities to innovative training and a supportive community, we strive to give every dancer the chance to explore their potential and discover what they are capable of.
At DQ it is about building confidence, creating memories, developing lifelong friendships and inspiring a genuine love of dance. Our aim is to ensure every dancer feels valued, supported and encouraged to shine.
More than Just Dance
At DQ Dance Academy, we believe dance is about more than learning steps. We aim to equip every dancer with the skills, confidence and experience they need to thrive both inside and outside of the studio.
From strong technical foundations and disciplined training to creativity, performance skills and self-expression, we encourage our dancers to become well-rounded, confident individuals who are proud of their progress.
Whether a dancer joins us for enjoyment, personal development or with ambitions of pursuing a career in the performing arts, we are committed to nurturing their individual potential and supporting them every step of the way.