Louisa Ross

Louisa Ross is a Lecturer in Modern Ballet at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland (RCS), specializing in classical ballet technique, pointe work, and repertoire instruction. She holds a First-Class BA (Hons) in Dance Education from the University of Surrey and a Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Arts Education from RCS. Her career includes an 11-year tenure with Scottish Ballet, where she performed in major classical works like La Sylphide and Giselle, alongside educational outreach initiatives.

• Education: BA (Hons) Dance Education (University of Surrey), Postgraduate Certificate (RCS)

Her research interests focus on integrating pedagogical strategies into dance education, emphasizing technical precision and artistic expression. Louisa has developed programs for diverse age groups and abilities, combining her performance experience with educational theory. She maintains active involvement in community dance initiatives through RCS and Scottish Ballet's outreach programs.

Awarded the Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy, her teaching emphasizes accessibility and excellence in ballet education. Louisa has contributed to RCS short courses and collaborated with organizations like the BBO Scholars, fostering talent development across Scotland.