Directors

Eileena Vanneck RAD RTS

Founder of Vanleena

Through her many years of experience as a teacher and performer, Eileena Vanneck introduces and cultivates a love and appreciation for dance in both young dancers and teens taking their very first dance class. She has a profound awareness of and respect for each child's individuality. Her students learn to value the discipline and beauty of dance through hard work, laughter, and play. She fosters an inclusive and positive dynamic in class while encouraging the children to support and respect each other.  Mrs. Vanneck is particularly proud of the the teen program, the tap program and the progress her students make in their personal growth and self-esteem.

Mrs. Vanneck (née Ford) was born in Southampton, England and trained at the Leonora Budden Academy. There, she married Mr. John S. Vanneck and they had three daughters. The family immigrated to Canada and made the North Shore their home.

Mrs. Vanneck teaches the Graded levels (primary through grade five) of the RAD syllabus and keeps current by visiting the RAD London headquarters yearly. In addition to ballet, her passion for Broadway is evident in the tap classes she teaches; her classes are always energetic and fun, her choreography ingenious, creating tap lovers for life. 

Kehree Lacasse RAD RTS

Kehree Lacasse is first and foremost a  teacher and mentor of the graded and vocational RAD syllabus. To the students, Mrs. Lacasse is a source of inspiration to set goals, assume responsability and  embrace new challenges. Mrs. Lacasse takes pride in each and every one of her students, seeing their unique gifts and talents. Her classes challenge each dancer to expand both their technique and artistry and she encourages her students to do their best while fostering a love of the art of ballet. Mrs. Lacasse is also a mentor of the RAD and provides young teachers the opportunity, through Vanleena, to gain experience in a classroom environment. Mrs. Lacasse has made many contributions in kind for valuable causes that promote goodwill and community spirit. Finally, Mrs. Lacasse is a steadfast and engaging director that is dedicated to keeping Vanleena as a school of distinction.
Mrs. Lacasse (née Vanneck) was born on the Channel Islands, England. She immigrated to Canada early in her life and has resided on the North Shore ever since. She is married to Mr. Pierre J. Lacasse and has two children.

Mrs. Vanneck and Mrs. Lacasse feel it is a privilege to teach children—as teaching is perhaps the single most important function of a community—and furthermore to help foster self-confidence and a love of dance - for life.