Emily Leitoguinho
Administrative Associate
NBS-TTP (Dip.), LCC-CICB, P.A.E.C. - Full Member Ballet
Emily Leitoguinho began dancing at the age of three and joined the competitive team at Sean Boutilier Academy of Dance at the age of seven. She trained extensively in a variety of styles including tap, jazz, ballet, hip hop, lyrical, contemporary, acro, and modern. Emily attended the dance program at Father John Redmond Catholic Secondary School for all four years of high school and is currently studying Kinesiology at McMaster University. She now continues to pursue her love of dance as a member of the Mac Dance Competitive Team.
In addition to her university involvement, Emily continues to dance through outside projects such as Fever After Dark and Solar Fusion, and remains committed to her growth by attending various classes and conventions. Emily is excited to share her passion and experience with the next generation of dancers. She hopes to inspire young performers to build confidence, embrace creativity, and find joy in their dance journey.
Liz Morgante
Administrative Associate
NBS-TTP (Dip.), LCC-CICB, P.A.E.C. - Full Member Ballet
Liz Morgante is a dance educator and choreographer with over 15 years of experience teaching recreational and competitive dancers from preschool through senior levels. A graduate of Toronto Metropolitan University’s Performance Dance BFA program, Liz has continued her professional training through Cecchetti ballet and Acrobatic Arts. She grew up training competitively at Sean Boutilier Academy of Dance, making her return to the studio as part of the Canadian Dance Academy faculty especially meaningful.
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Liz has experience teaching Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical, Acro, and Tap, as well as choreographing competitive solos, duets, trios, and group routines. Her approach to teaching is rooted in strong technical foundations, discipline, and artistry, while creating a positive environment where dancers can build confidence and develop their individual strengths.
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Outside of the studio, Liz has built a career in the Canadian music industry and currently serves as Director of Academy Operations at The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS), home of The JUNO Awards.