Natalie Clasper-Thompson
Founder & Director of Elixir Dance
Originally from the historic city of Bath in southwest England, Natalie discovered her love for dance at just three years old when she began training in ballet. Inspired by musicals and classical ballet, her passion for dance quickly grew as she saw how movement told stories, evoked emotion, and transformed both performers and audiences alike.
After training in the U.K, at the prestigous Hammond School, Chester, https://www.thehammond.co.uk
Natalie pursued a professional career that spanned over a decade, performing in theaters, hotels, casinos, and on cruise ships across Europe and the United States. Whether dancing in classical ballets or theatrical productions, her passion for performance and her deep connection to music and movement always took center stage.
A knee injury eventually led Natalie to teaching, where she discovered a new love: helping young dancers find their own voice through ballet and performance. Today, she brings her international experience and lifelong love of the stage into every class, inspiring students to dance not just with skill—but with heart.
Her teaching style is deeply influenced by her technical training in England and being exposed to several influential teaching artists including Joel Hall & Company and Deeply Rooted Dance Theater in Chicago.
With over 20 years of teaching experience, Natalie brings a rich and versatile background in ballet, modern, jazz, contemporary, hip hop, and Latin styles to students of all ages. She thrives in sharing her passion for dance and looks forward to sharing it with you!
