Maks Shpachynska

Maks is a highly skilled and dedicated dance educator, specializing in Ballet, Gymnastics, and Pilates. He received his professional training from the Kyiv National University of Culture and Arts in Ukraine, where he was the principal dancer at The National Folk Dance Ensemble, Mukolaev. His career took him across the globe with Worldwide Entertainment Productions before he successfully auditioned for Riverdance, where he became the Head Dancer in Dublin.

Transitioning into teaching, Maks earned a Level 3 Pilates qualification from “Body Control Pilates Studio” and began teaching Flexibility, Ballet, Acrobatic, and Pilates. He currently teaches at the prestigious Italia Conti Arts Centre in Woking, where he serves as Head of the Extracurricular Department. Maks also teaches Gymnastics and Body Conditioning at Performers College and works with a London-based school focused on adult education, instructing students in Ballet, Jazz, Pilates, and Flexibility training.

Passionate about fostering growth in his students, Maks creates an engaging and energetic classroom environment. He believes that the energy and effort from students drive improvement, and he finds joy in being a key part of their progress.

Maks is committed to inspiring his students through his love of dance, encouraging them to challenge themselves and reach their full potential.