Our Team
Peta Clackett - Principal
Trained in Classical Ballet, Contemporary, Jazz, Tap and Acrobatics, I completed my Junior Teachers Diploma at the age of 16 and have since achieved my Associate, Member and Licentiate Teachers qualifications with the Australian Teachers of Dancing (ATOD). I have also completed training and examinations with the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) and the Borovansky syllabus in classical ballet.
My formal qualifications include a Certificate IV in Dance Training and Management, a Diploma of Dance Training and Management, and a Certificate IV in Training and Assessing, ensuring both industry currency and best-practice teaching standards.
Dance has always been my passion, and teaching felt like a natural progression. In 2007, I founded Dance Avenue, turning a lifelong dream into reality. Since then, the studio has grown beyond anything I could have imagined, now welcoming over 250 students each week and offering classes across multiple genres. Dance Avenue is an inclusive, supportive community where everyone is welcome and encouraged to belong — a place students truly call home.
In 2026, Dance Avenue proudly celebrates its 20th year, and I remain deeply committed to leading a school where dancers of all ages and abilities can learn, grow and be inspired by the joy, connection and confidence that dance brings.
Kaela Hochegger
Kaela has had a long and rewarding career, spanning over three decades in the dance and performing arts industry. In this time Kaela has trained at some of the most prestigious schools both nationally and internationally Including; Steps on Broadway (NYC), Broadway Dance centre (NYC), Millenium Dance Complex (LA), The Edge (LA), Debbie Reynolds dance studios (LA) Pineapple studios (London), Brent st (Sydney) and The McDonald college (Sydney).
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Since hanging up her professional dancing shoes, Kaela has gone on to receive a Bachelor of Dance and Physical Education and a Bachelor of Arts and Psychology. Her focus has been on educating the next generation of dancers and for over the last decade has been working full time as a teacher and choreographer, both nationally and internationally.
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In the last few years, Kaela has been working on the development of her own coaching company, called ‘ConfiDANCE’ after realising the need for dancers to holistically train their minds as well as their bodies.
We are so excited to have Kaela continue at Dance Avenue in 2026.
Jonathon Versaci
Jonathon began training in 2012 at WA Stage School and continued his training at Vanguard Performing Arts, where he received the full Boys Scholarship in 2022.
Jonathon has performed across both local and international stages, with credits including Disneyland LA, Universal Studios Hollywood, Madame Tussauds on Hollywood Boulevard, and Dream Creative Perth (2020 & 2022). He has also worked in corporate entertainment with Carmelo Entertainment and O Production House.
Alongside performing, Jonathon has taught at Vanguard Performing Arts and WA Stage School, where he enjoys sharing his love of dance and performance with the next generation.
Jonathon will be attending the University of Western Australia next year while continuing his work in the performing arts industry.
Jada Rose
Jada Rose is a dedicated and passionate dance educator committed to inspiring the next generation of performers. With extensive training across jazz, contemporary, lyrical, acrobatics, ballet, commercial, hip hop, latin, and musical theatre, Jada brings a well-rounded and passionate approach to every class she teaches.
Jada has completed all of her A.T.O.D examinations with outstanding results, highlighting her strong technical foundation and passion for growth. She holds a Certificate IV in Dance Teaching and Management and has recently completed her full-time training year (2025) at Dance Force on the Gold Coast, one of Australia’s leading professional dance institutions.
One of Jada’s proudest achievements is performing in the Dance Force Australian Grad Tour, where she travelled and performed across Australia, gaining professional stage experience and further strengthening her artistry.
As a teacher, Jada is known for her positive energy and ability to inspire confidence in her students. She is passionate about nurturing dancers of all ages and strives to help each dancer reach their full potential.
Mya Bickle
Mya Bickle has been immersed in dance her entire life, training across a wide range of genres and successfully completing all CSTD examinations.
From 2018 to 2020, she was accepted into the prestigious Australian Ballet Interstate Training Program, further refining her technique and performance skills.
Under the mentorship of JB Creative, Mya has worked professionally across various corporate events in Perth and has gained valuable experience within the industry. Over the past two years, she has also been a dedicated teacher at Jody Marshall Dance Company.
Mya is deeply passionate about inspiring the younger generation, sharing her creativity, and fostering a positive and engaging learning environment for all her students
Sierra White
Sierra White has grown up dancing her whole life, specialising in jazz, tap, acrobatics, hip hop, contemporary and lyrical, and has trained in classical ballet under the RAD syllabus. Her professional career has seen her proudly represent Canada three times at national competitions, as well as feature in multiple music videos for Canadian artists. These opportunities led Sierra to tour as a backup dancer for Canadian R&B artist PRYDE.
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Alongside her dance career, Sierra is a qualified personal trainer, bringing a strong focus on strength, conditioning and safe dance practice into the studio. When she isn’t teaching or training, you’ll find her at the gym.
Sierra is passionate about inspiring dancers of all ages and is excited to join Dance Avenue, where she looks forward to sharing her knowledge, energy and love of dance with every student.
Adrian Luan
Adrian has recently taken to the skies as a flight attendant, bringing his vibrant energy and professionalism to a new adventure. Trained in jazz, hip hop, lyrical, and contemporary, he carries a lifelong passion for dance and creative media into everything he does. In 2026, Adrian will join us as our in-house content creator and relief teacher, where his creativity, industry experience, and love of storytelling will shine through in every project and class he leads.
Assistant Teachers
Chloe Horsfield, Sienna Del Toro, McKenzie Clackett, Ruby Clackett.
