08/04/2026
Squad Goals π π π The most supportive, encouraging, amazing cheerleaders to one another. We couldnβt be prouder to call you OUR team! π π π
HMA is an Irish dance school based in London & Kent that is taught by former Riverdance cast members
Hopkins Academy is an Irish dance school based in south London that aims to develop childrens concentration, self-belief, confidence and technical ability in dance. Classes are well structured, created in a fun but challenging learning environment that encourages children to progress towards their potential as performers. All dancers will have the opportunity to take part in an annual showcase as
08/04/2026
Squad Goals π π π The most supportive, encouraging, amazing cheerleaders to one another. We couldnβt be prouder to call you OUR team! π π π
06/04/2026
Our amazing Jessica π 16th in the World! πβ¨
Such a hardworking and dedicated dancer - you always take on every correction and go away and do the work, which is exactly why you continue to improve the way you do. Your focus, determination, and ambition are second to none!
An absolute delight to teach, and so rewarding to see all of your hard work paying off on the World stage β¨
We are so proud of you, Jessica - such an incredible achievement π
06/04/2026
Our wonderful Emma π World Medal Holder & 23rd in the World! πβ¨
Such a pleasure to teach - always hardworking, focused, and giving her all in every class and competition. The improvement youβve made recently has been amazing to watch, and itβs a real credit to your dedication and attitude.
We are so proud of the progress youβve made, Emma, and this achievement is so well deserved β¨
The future is VERY bright for you ππβοΈ
06/04/2026
Our lovely Zara π
World Medal Holder & 21st in the World! πβ¨
An absolute pleasure to teach in every way - always so polite, so kind, and endlessly supportive of everyone around you. Such a beautiful presence both in and out of class.
Your commitment to your dancing never goes unnoticed, and the way you carry yourself is something to be really proud of. You were absolutely beautiful on the World stage, Zara - we hope you enjoyed your first Worlds experience as much as we loved watching you up there!
Keep up the hard work - the future is incredibly bright for you πβ¨
Love,
Team HMA
06/04/2026
Our beautiful Aoife π 12th in the World! π
Your strength and resilience never fail to amaze us. After facing not just one, but multiple injuries, youβve come back every single time with determination - straight back into your dancing and competitions without hesitation. That takes real courage.
And to then go on and achieve 12th in the World πβ¨ is just incredible. You danced with such poise and elegance, completely owning your moment on that stage.
We are so proud of you, Aoife - a truly inspiring dancer π
05/04/2026
Our incredible Millie - 13th in the World! π
How unbelievably proud we are of you! After everything youβve been through recently, you still stepped onto that stage and gave it absolutely everything - and that takes a special kind of strength.
13th in the world is an incredible achievement, but what makes us most proud is your determination, courage, and heart. You showed what it truly means to be resilient π
We are so, so proud of you, Millie β¨
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05/04/2026
Our lovely Erin π
Always the same smiling, hardworking, and dedicated dancer - your consistency and commitment never go unnoticed. You show up, you put the work in, and you do it all with such a genuine love for dancing.
Not only that, but you are one of the most sociable and supportive girls, bringing such a great energy to every competition and class π
An amazing 8th place finish and a World globe to bring home πβ¨ so well deserved!
We are so proud of you, Erin π .erinmariex
05/04/2026
TOP 10 for our beautiful Mayze π .dillon
What an incredible performance this week - so strong, so confident, and danced with such grace from start to finish. You really showed what youβre capable of and did yourself so proud on that stage.
A Top 10 finish and bringing home a World globe πβ¨
We are so proud of you, Mayze π
05/04/2026
OUR WORLD CHAMPION - AMBER MURPHY ππ₯Ήπ
This one means so much.
To have watched you navigate your way through illness, and still show up to class with the same commitment and quiet determination never ever went unnoticed.
After stepping away from competition, you could have left it there - but you didnβt. You came back, committed, gave it your all, and we are so incredibly glad you did. To watch you grow and develop as a dancer has been truly wonderful. π₯²
You are such a huge part of our school. The way you give your time to support and teach the younger students, and the way they absolutely adore you, says everything about who you are.
This achievement is not just about the title, itβs about everything behind it. And it couldnβt have happened to a more deserving person.
We are so unbelievably proud of you, Amber. Enjoy your much earned celebrations β¨
Love,
Team HMA x