Tia Noakes Academy
Our Faculty
Tia Noakes
Founder and Principal ​
Born and raised in Birmingham, Tia's journey in the performing arts began at the age of four when she joined a local stage school. It was there that her passion for the arts was ignited, and went on to achieve regional, national, and international titles. At 8 years old, she successfully auditioned for Elmhurst Ballet School, beginning a pivotal chapter of professional training that laid the foundation for both the performer and educator she is today.
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At 10 years old, Tia began her professional career in the UK tour of Oliver!, and by 12, was performing as Veruca Salt in the original West End cast of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Tia also appeared in many Ads/ Tv and Films throughout her career, some credits include "Rose" (Oliver! The UK Tour), "Wanda Bishop" (BBC DOCTORS), "Carla" (CBBC So Awkward), "Sophie" (Doll Factory The Musical- Feature Film).
In 2016, she was honoured to receive the Ant and Dec Scholarship to train at Wilkes Academy of Performing Arts, where she further developed her technical skill, stagecraft, and industry knowledge. Tia says these experiences shaped her work ethic, broadened perspective, and inspired her to share her journey with others.
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Over the past five years, Tia has poured her heart into building and leading the success of Tia Noakes Academy, a creative home for young people to express themselves, develop confidence, and explore their own potential. Teaching has become the most fulfilling part of Tia's career so far, and she is passionate about giving back, not just to TNA students, but to all the young dancers who are just beginning their own journeys.
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Looking ahead, Tia is fully committed to pursuing the highest level of excellence within her teaching. With unwavering dedication and a passion for dance, she aspire's to reach the absolute pinnacle of achievement for her students at TNA. She believe's it is vital to leave a lasting impact on the dance world, not only through her own achievements but through empowering others to find their place within the art form. Tia wants to reach further afield, inspire young talent across the country and beyond, and support other educators in nurturing the next generation. Tia believe's in the power of performing arts to change lives, and she wants to be part of that legacy. Tia hope's to leave her mark in the Performing Arts world, not just as a performer or teacher, but as someone who has contributed to the development of the art form and the artists of tomorrow.
Miss Lauryn
SLT and Teacher
Lauryn started dancing at the age of 2 at a local dance school and trained until the age of 16 where she won many regional, national and international titles. At age 8, Lauryn successfully auditioned for Elm Hurst Ballet School in Birmingham. Four years later, Lauryn successfully received a full scholarship for Centre of Advanced training in contemporary dance at Birmingham Dance Xchange. Lauryn has made multiple appearances on BBC 5 live and Heart FM. Lauryn is now shadowing Miss Tia in her teacher training and is Miss Tia's right hand man.
Miss Lucy
Tumbling and D​ance
Lucy Is currently a level 2 Womens Artistic Gymnastics
coach, also carrying a BA (hons) in Dance from
Liverpool institute for Performing Arts. After graduating, Lucy went on to work for four and a half years as a professional dancer. Travelling and working in places such as
Turkey and Ibiza.
Miss Amiyah
Tumbling and Dance
Currently studying at London Studio Centre with a full scholarship, Amiyah Is 18 years old and has been dancing since the age of 3.
During her time dancing she has performed all over the world. She has been on Team England Dance Team since age 7, winning 16 world titles at the Dance World Cup including 4 Acro solo golds. In 2022 , Amiayh became the TDCI senior Modern champion of champions as well many other British & regional titles. Being a semi finalist on Britains Got Talent and having performed at the West End, Wembley stadium & Silverstone. Amiyah is also very passionate about her role as an ambassador for the Tired movement, who are trying to improve racial equality within the dance world.
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