Behind NMD Collective is a team brought together by a shared love of dance, movement and creativity. With diverse experiences, styles and strengths, our faculty is here to inspire, challenge and support every dancer who walks through our doors.

Our Team

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Nicole Marshman - Geyl

Nicole Marshman-Geyl is the Founder and Director of NMD Collective, former professional dancer with The Australian Ballet and passionate teacher and mentor.

Teaching since 1995, Nicole has guided dancers to some of the world’s leading dance organisations. Her greatest passion, however, is helping dancers discover confidence, individuality and a lifelong love of movement.

The Pricipal
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Taron Geyl

Taron Geyl is a Company Artist with Queensland Ballet, accomplished martial artist and digital creator whose dance journey began with NMD Collective Director Nicole Marshman-Geyl.

With elite classical training, versatility and athleticism, Taron has also built an audience of 900,000+ on TikTok, using creativity and humour to challenge ballet stereotypes and inspire a new generation.

Taron returns to where his journey began to inspire NMD dancers to work hard, embrace their individuality and see where their passion can take them.

Ambassador and Teacher
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Grace is a versatile dancer and teacher trained across ballet, contemporary, jazz, commercial, tap and musical theatre, with her foundations developed under Nicole Marshman-Geyl.

After completing her Diploma of Dance Performance and Teaching, Grace went on to perform internationally with Royal Caribbean International.

As a teacher, Grace is passionate about helping every student discover confidence, individuality and their own love of movement.

Dance Teacher

Grace Smith

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A Brisbane-born dancer and choreographer, she is currently training full-time at Queensland College of Dance, completing her Diploma of Professional Dance (Elite Performance) under renowned contemporary creator Deanna Castellana. With a passion for teaching and choreography, her work has won at eisteddfods across Australia, including BPAC, Toowoomba and Sydney.

A former 5th Element student of Nicole Marshman-Geyl, she’s excited to bring her creativity and love of contemporary dance to NMD Collective.

Dance Teacher

Ella White

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Kristie is an experienced teacher, choreographer and mentor trained across jazz, contemporary, acro, musical theatre, ballet and tap, including training under leading industry professionals in Sydney.

Having managed a dance school from just 15 and owned her own at 17, she brings extensive teaching and leadership experience to NMD.

Kristie is passionate about nurturing confident, individual dancers and helping young performers grow both in the studio and beyond.

Dance Teacher & Mentor

Kristie Clancy

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Charlotte is a passionate dancer and assistant teacher trained across jazz, ballet, contemporary, lyrical, acro and musical theatre.

She has completed RAD Ballet examinations through to Advanced Foundation and currently trains with Queensland College of Dance and Merge Dance Theatre.

Having assisted Nicole for many years, Charlotte loves mentoring younger dancers, building their confidence and helping them discover their own passion for dance.

Assistant Dance Teacher

Charlotte Clancy

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Emily is a passionate dancer and teacher who began her training with Nicole Geyl at just three years old. Classically trained in RAD Ballet through to Advanced 1, she also has extensive experience in jazz and lyrical, with a love for storytelling and expression through movement.

Now studying Physiotherapy at university, Emily brings an added understanding of the body to her teaching while inspiring the next generation of NMD dancers.

Dance Teacher

Emily

Ellowyn began dancing at just three years old, training extensively in classical ballet and completing the Royal Academy of Dance syllabus through to Advanced 1. She has also participated in extension programs with The Australian Ballet and Queensland Ballet Academy.

A 3rd Dan Black Belt and multiple-time national Taekwondo champion, Ellowyn brings discipline, confidence and a supportive approach to her teaching. Currently studying psychology and working in disability support, she is passionate about creating an encouraging and inclusive environment where every dancer can grow.

Dance Teacher

Ellowyn