joanne Banham

Joanne Banham is a professional Ballroom and Latin dancer from the UK.  

Throughout her career she has made numerous TV appearances, starring on programs such as: Dancing with the Stars in the Netherlands, Britain's Got Talent Season 16 (making the live Semi-Finals) ITV's This Morning, ITV's The Full Monty, BBC's It Take Two and more...

Alongside her successful dancing career Joanne also has a passion for teaching and developing dancers in their own journey. Sharing her skills and experience with her students. 

NATD qualified, Joanne has over 10 years experience of training and teaching dancers.

In her Amateur Career she competed internationally for both the UK and the Netherlands. Her greatest achievement was making the top 48 in the world at the Dutch Open Championships in Assen. 

She is also a qualified adjudicator for competitions. She has the privilege of judging at the World Open Championships in Blackpool Tower, as well as the NATD Grand Finals in Blackpool Winter Gardens.  

Teaching Ballroom, Latin, Sequence and American Smooth. Joanne teaches couples, solo dancers and students for Pro-Am.

She is a highly dedicated teacher, she has taken students from beginner all the way through to championship level. 

Whether you're taking your first steps, starting your wedding dance, or looking to compete, she'd love to help you on your journey. 

You can find Joanne teaching at both our main studio in Henry Street, Northampton and in her own branch in Brackley.