Sarah-Jane Iles

Originally from England, Sara-Jane IIes relocated to the United States in 1990 and currently resides in St. Louis, Missouri. With over 30 years of experience in the dance industry, she has built a distinguished career as an educator and mentor.

Trained at the Royal Academy of Ballet and in I.S.T.D. styles, her expertise spans ballet, pointe, tap, jazz, and musical theater. She currently teaches at one of St. Louis’s most prominent and successful dance studios, where she has played a key role in shaping the careers of numerous students. Many of her protégés have gone on to perform and work professionally across various sectors of the dance world.

In addition to her professional accomplishments, she is also a proud mother of three and grandmother of three.