Our Old Holland Road location has ceased operations.
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Classes have resumed at New Bahru
Jelita - classes resume from today,12 January 2026 (Monday)
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Please note that there are changes in the schedule to our Adult Ballet Open Classes.
Please reach out to us directly if you have any queries.
Faculty
CHARLYN LIN
Artistic Director, Principal
Charlyn is the Founder and Artistic Director, Principal of Barreworks Ballet. She is a Singaporean educator, teacher, mentor and dancer with a vast professional experience and deep interest in coaching, mentoring and sharing her love for dance with the next generation of dancers.
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As the pioneer professional dancer with The Human Expression Dance Company (T.H.E Dance Company), her repertoire includes “Old Sounds”, “Silence”, “Water Bloom”, ”Within. Without”, and “The Man In The Center” by artistic director Kuik Swee Boon, “Void” by Boi Sakti, and “Where The Wind Blows” by Zhang Xiao Xiong. She has toured and performed with T.H.E Dance Company in various locations including Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, South Korea, Poland, Paris, Dubai and China.
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Having taught at Singapore Chinese Girls School, Cheng Ballet Academy and Singapore Ballet Academy, Charlyn hopes to nurture and be an inspiration to young dancers in Singapore. She was also resident trainer and guest teacher for The Royal Dance Off (TRDO) as well as T.H.E Second Company (the training company set up by T.H.E Dance Company). Both companies are leading platforms for contemporary dance in Singapore today. She is also a recipient of the Georgette Chen Arts Scholarship and is a qualified ballet instructor with the Royal Academy of Dance (London).
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"At Barreworks, we aspire to Share our love for dance, Educate because dance is more than just steps, and Expose the next generation of dancers to new experiences and journey through dance with them. We are truly grateful for all the friendships made and our students are my greatest motivation. I look forward to having you in our studios."
- Ms Charlyn Lin
ZECHARIE TAN
Senior Ballet Instructor
Zecharie started her classical ballet training with Lu Ying, under the Royal Academy of Dance in Shanghai at a young age. Upon moving back to Singapore, she trained under Cheng Hsienfa.
With an extensive performing experience both locally and internationally, she performed in ”The Nutcracker" with the Shanghai Ballet Company, "å…一晚会" on the China Central Television (Beijing), “International Youth Ballet Night” with Kaohsiung City Ballet, and “Are You Up For It” with Mediacorp Singapore. She also performed at the Repetto Singapore Store Opening and the SG50 Concert Series in the Park.
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Zecharie was also awarded 1st place in the American Ballet Competition, NBA Tokyo Competition and WBAC Grand Prix for Contemporary Dance and was a finalist at the World Ballet Competition. In 2013 and 2015, she was also invited to perform at the "All Star of Dance" Gala Performance at the World Ballet Competition, USA. Zecharie also attended intensive programs at the Royal Academy of Dance and Vaganova Academy of Russian Ballet.
Zecharie started teaching in 2017 and obtained the Royal Academy of Dance Certificate of Ballet Teaching under mentorship of Ms Charlyn Lin in 2021.
PHYLLIS XIE
Senior Ballet Instructor
Phyllis trained in classical ballet at Singapore Ballet Academy from young. Her continued passion for the performing arts prompted her to pursue her Bachelors in Choreography and Dance in the United Kingdom. Since graduating, she has worked with Retina Dance Company, Cod Ensemble, Lila Dance Company, and Jasmin Vardimon Company. Back in Singapore, Phyllis was involved in various choreographic platforms and artiste training programmes within the local dance scene. She has also taught CCA in dance schools and local studios. With years of ballet teaching experience under her belt, Phyllis thoroughly enjoys coaching and training students in technique and performance.
Patient, loving, committed, and hardworking, Phyllis believes that dance can nurture children into creative and independent learners. She hopes to instill passion in her students and educate and inspire the next generation of young dancers in Singapore. She believes that through teaching and encouragement, her students can be the best versions of themselves through dance.
“Teaching dance is more of being a positive role model who mentors, leads, and teaches young people to be the best that they can be in dance and in life” - Rhee Gold
MELISSA NG
Jazz Instructor
Melissa began dancing Ballet at the age of seven and went on to explore other styles of dance such as Jazz, Street Jazz, Hip Hop and Street Choreography. She first studied under the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) and has since completed the Graded and Vocational Ballet Examinations till Intermediate. She then furthered her dance training at Broadway Dance Center, New York and graduated from the International Student Visa Program in 2016. Upon her return, Melissa proceeded to complete the Graded Examinations of the Commonwealth Society of Teachers of Dancing (CSTD) Modern Jazz (Revised) syllabus till Grade 9. She then pursued her teaching qualifications and is now a Registered Teacher with CSTD, holding both her Teaching Certificate and Teaching Diploma under the Modern Jazz syllabus.
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Melissa has been teaching full-time for more than 12 years since graduating from Nanyang Technological University (NTU) with a Bachelor of Communication Studies. She has taught dancers from as young as 2.5 years, to students from Primary, Secondary and Tertiary Institutions and enjoys working with students of various age groups and levels both in studio and school settings. She firmly believes in strong bonds and putting in “heart” work in order to continue building dancers with strong dance ethics and a genuine love for movement.
TAMMY TAN
Ballet Instructor
Tammy began her dance journey in secondary school, training in classical ballet under the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) syllabus, alongside the CSTD Jason Winters Contemporary Technique Syllabus. With a drive and passion for growth and versatility, she later expanded her repertoire to include modern jazz and lyrical styles. Over the years, she has gained valuable performance experience through studio recitals, as well as both local and international competitions.
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Tammy's dedication to the art of dance extends beyond performance. In 2024, she became a Registered Teacher with the Royal Academy of Dance after completing the Certificate in Ballet Teaching Studies. She has also furthered her professional development by taking part in the Royal Ballet School’s INSPIRE teaching seminar series, deepening her understanding of pedagogy and refining her approach to nurturing young dancers. Tammy has since completed the RAD Advanced Foundation syllabus examination.
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Since 2019, Tammy has been teaching classical ballet and jazz to students of all ages. With years of experience in the studio in both group classes and private coaching for competitions, she is passionate about cultivating both a strong technical foundation, as well as performance quality in her students. Drawing from her own experiences with dance injuries, she prioritises a safe and mindful training that supports long-term growth.
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Tammy believes that dance is not only about movement, but also about shaping confident, resilient individuals. She is committed to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where dancers can thrive both as dancers, and as individuals.
MICHELLE CHIANG
Ballet Instructor
Having been exposed to art, music and dance from a young age, Michelle's love for ballet has led her to complete the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) syllabus up to Grade 8 and Advanced Foundation. She is currently working towards RAD Advanced 1. Her teaching is grounded in technique, with an emphasis on clarity, musicality and building strong foundations that support each student’s individual journey.
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In addition to classical ballet, Michelle also has experience in other genres of dance such as Girls’ Style and K-pop, which informs a well-rounded and adaptable approach to teaching, particularly for young dancers developing coordination, confidence and expression.
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Michelle’s professional background outside the studio has shaped her appreciation for discipline, structure and careful progression — qualities she brings into her teaching. Ballet has been a long-term commitment of hers (she regularly jokes that ballet is her fourth bar(re)), and one that she immensely values for its rigour, focus and capacity to build patience, determination and resilience.
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She has a particular love for working with children and is deeply invested in the mentoring aspect of teaching. She brings a thoughtful, structured and deeply nurturing approach to ballet education. Michelle believes ballet education is as much about character, confidence and steady growth as it is about steps, and she strives to create a calm, supportive environment where students feel guided, encouraged and respected.
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Michelle is currently undertaking Year 2 of the RAD Certificate in Dance Teaching under the mentorship of Ms Charlyn Lin.
JOELYNNE WOO
Ballet Instructor
Joelynne began her classical ballet journey at the tender age of four, embarking early on a path shaped by grace, discipline and artistic curiosity. Grounded in a strong technical foundation, she completed her majors in both the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) and the Commonwealth Society of Teachers of Dancing (CSTD) syllabi. She has also completed the Certificate in Ballet Teaching Studies with RAD and is an RAD Registered Teacher.
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Her devotion to the art form was recognised with a scholarship to train under Janek Schergen, Artistic Director of the Singapore Dance Theatre (now known as Singapore Ballet), where she performed in full-length classical masterpieces including Swan Lake, The Nutcracker and Sleeping Beauty. This formative stage in her development not only refined her technique, but also instilled in her a profound appreciation for musicality, performance and stagecraft.
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Driven by her love for dance and a genuine joy in working with young learners and aspiring artists, Joelynne began teaching in 2010. She has since prepared students for RAD and CSTD classical examinations, guided them through competitions, and shared her passion with adult learners through barre and classical ballet classes.
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While pursuing a degree in International Business in the United Kingdom, Joelynne was also invited to work professionally in dance — teaching and performing in Ireland and Myanmar. These international experiences further enriched her understanding of diverse training styles and pedagogies, strengthening her ability to nurture dancers of all ages and abilities.
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Joelynne’s teaching is rooted in patience, clarity and encouragement. She delights in watching students grow in confidence and capability, and believes in fostering both strong technique and a lifelong love for the art of ballet.
LUANN WONG
Ballet Instructor
Luann began her classical ballet training at the age of 3, completing the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) graded and vocational syllabi all the way through to Grade 8 and Advanced 2 respectively. Under Ms Charlyn Lin's coaching, Luann attained consistent Distinctions in her RAD examinations. She is currently working towards the RAD Solo Seal.
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Luann has also trained in Contemporary, Jazz, and Lyrical genres of dance, competing across all genres in solo and group pieces. Some of her achievements include placing Top 12 at the YGP International Semi-Finals in both her classical solo and contemporary solo items, and receiving numerous scholarships to prestigious institutions such as The Royal Ballet School, Boston Ballet School, Central School of Ballet, and London Contemporary Dance School. In 2023, she was awarded a Direct Entry Scholarship to the Singapore Ballet’s Ballet Associate Course, which she completed throughout 2024.
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Luann has participated in many intensive programmes locally and overseas, the most recent being The Royal Ballet School's Summer Intensive course. She received a direct entry to The Royal Ballet School's five-week Summer Intensive course — through that, she had the privilege of training with The Royal Ballet School in London in July and August 2025, an experience she deeply appreciates and treasures.
Luann loves working with children and believes in every child and their potential to become the best version of themselves.