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Lorraine Barbeau A.D.A.P.T Jazz – Lorraine owned and operated a dance studio in Ottawa and brings over 30 years of experience to the industry. She has distinguished herself as a teacher, choreographer and adjudicator.

Lorraine has expanded her teaching abilities by attending several dance conventions throughout Canada and the U.S. Also, she has traveled to Broadway Dance Centre in New York City for classes. Many of her students have won Overall High Score Awards including National Dance-Off competitions. Some students have gone on to seek their own professional careers, such as touring companies, theatre companies and owning/operating their own studios. One student performed for the Broadway production "Encore" in Tokyo Disney, Japan and Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines.

As a member of ADAPT, several of her students have achieved the highest grade of the syllabus, with several receiving scholarships. Lorraine's positive and upbeat teaching style has made her an excellent motivator and admired by all her students.