"Dance is my heart. I am deeply committed to the growth of creativity and self-confidence through movement. I believe that dance is for every body and my goal is to make my classes a generative space for dancers to express themselves, learn technique, and build community."
Bold. Unique. Creative.
LPD believes in community building and storytelling through dance.
We believe that each individual learns differently and that getting the best out of each student requires a variety of methods and techniques.
Our pedagogy centers on creativity, musicality, and self-expression, informed by body alignment and kinetic facility. We offer an educated approach to traditional dance techniques and practices with an aim to make dance inclusive to all.
LPD offers:
two decades of experience in dance education and arts leadership
a dedicated team of instructors and administrators with a common purpose
an inclusive atmosphere for dancers and their families
classes for dancers age 3 + various styles, including ballet, pointe, modern, jazz, tap, and Latin jazz
small class sizes so that each dancers gets individual attention
6-week sessions for adults
training for competition and solo work
performance opportunities including a professionally produced recital at Holy Heart Theatre
access to LPD’s costume bank where dancers pay a small rental fee instead of purchasing their costumes
Lynn Panting has been teaching dance for two decades. Before opening her own studio she taught for Blackmore Dance, Vibe Studio of Dance and was the lead dance instructor and the Director of Arts for MAX Arts Athletics Wellness. Panting was shortlisted for ArtsNL's Arts Educator of the year in 2023 and 2013 and has worked in dance outreach programs throughout the province through ArtsNL's Art Smarts program and DanceNL.
Lynn is deeply committed to the growth of creativity and self-confidence through movement and holds a Master of Arts in Philosophy from Memorial University as well as a Master of Humanities concentrating in performance, dance and the body.
In 2019 she completed programming through the Eating Disorder Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador to prevent eating disorders in youth and is a facilitator for The Body Project Canada. In 2020 she completed the Psychological First Aid - Caring for Others course through the Canadian Red Cross.
Several of Lynn's students have gone on to careers in dance and the performing arts, while others are teachers, lawyers, occupational therapists, musicians, copywriters, chefs, architects, visual artists, archaeologists, retailers, parents, fashion designers, scientists, doctors, wellness practitioners, technicians, and all-around good people. She is so proud of each one of them.
What people are saying
“Lynn Panting is an amazing teacher and all round great human. My daughter, through Lynn Panting Dance, cultivated her joy of dance, grew friendships and responsibility, and experienced a whole creative community.
Lynn's high standards along with her genuine appreciation for each student brings out the best in everyone. I was constantly in awe of the beautiful performances and the extrodinary effort that Lynn brings to all her classes.
Her intuitive understanding of youth and the importance of transition, such as graduation, supports her students in big life moments with grace and sensitivity.
Our family is so grateful for her contribution.”
-Sharon Batstone
“From the day I met her she inspired me to further my passion and training in this field. I have also observed her pass on her knowledge to many of my dancing peers. She is an advocate of the discipline who spreads the joy and knowledge of what the arts can mean for individuals, communities and whom ever comes her way."
- Philip McDermott
“Lynn is not only my teacher/mentor but a woman I look up to. Not only does she teach me dance, but also life lessons. She is kind, caring, independent, and hilariously funny. When I’m in her classes I feel safe and blissful and often find myself not wanting them to end. She does so much for me and my fellow dancers, and it brings me great joy to have her in my life."
-Claire Garland
“Lynn is an amazing role model and brings out the best in each dancer.”
-Lynn Sullivan
“Lynn shares the love of movement and a joy of expression in her teaching of dance. She strongly fosters a body positive/inclusive environment I wouldn’t bring my daughter anywhere else for dance lessons.”
-Delyth Foran
“Lynn Panting’s teaching will give us the next generation of Newfoundland and Labrador contemporary choreographers."
- Louise Moyes
