Meet the Founder

Susan Whitelock started ballet in 1993 at the age of 9 years old in Kanata, ONT. In 2006, after years of recreation and competitive dance, Susan completed her “Intermediate - Female Ballet Vocational Graded Examinations in Dance” with the Royal Academy of Dance, “Gold: Jazz Award” and “Advanced 1: Modern Theater” with the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing.

Susan Whitelock is a mother of 3, wife, friend and community volunteer. She grew up in Kanata but moved to Braeside with her husband after the birth of their first child.

In September 2019, Susan opened her own dance studio to teach Creative Movement to children in the Arnprior area. Her goal is to introduce children to dance in a warm, nurturing, and fun environment.

In May 2022, the Susan Whitelock Dance Studio expanded into our own space at 80 Edward St. South, Arnprior. The 3,800 square foot space is bright, inviting and warm. With more space comes more dance.

February 2023, The Susan Whitelock Dance Studio expanded to hire new instructors and offer NEW dance programming.

January 2024, The Susan Whitelock Dance Studio began to offer Performance Dance Class and performed on stage at the Christian Education Center in front of an audience on March 1st, 2024.

September 2024, The Susan Whitelock Dance Studio will offer Performance Dance for Junior and Senior Dancers and perform on various stages throughout Arnprior including the Arnprior High School, Robert Simpson Park, Nick Smith Center, and various Community Events.

Meet Our Instructors

Shawna Rosien - Junior, Intermediate and Advanced Acro

Laura Deacon - Irish Dancing

Emily Hill - Junior Instructor

Lexi McCaffery - Assistant

Tess MacDonald - Assistant