About Us

Dancing since I was a child, I always had a passion for Hip Hop as well as for Karate. It “helped” me through my teenage years, health & personal problems. So I started dreaming to open my own studio to help young children/teens find themselves, grow and just enjoy the fun of dancing and finding a way of letting go of everything. Never did I think I would run two studios today...

Established in February 2013, Stella Studio opened with 22 dancers. In 2018, we opened in Piet Plessis with 4 dancers, and now we also do Karate. Small communities like these never had the opportunities for Hip Hop and Karate, so my wish came true! All thanks to our Lord Almighty.

“Hip Hop isn’t just for girls...Karate is not only for boys... Hip Hop was started by boys to stay off the streets and let go of gang life. Karate by our own South African, late Sensei Stanley Schmidt (8th Dan) who established the first official South African Japan Karate Association in the '60s.

The ten Hip Hop Styles we specialize in:
Locking | Popping | Hip Hop Old & New School | Lyrical | Stepping | B-Boy | House | Waacking | Krump
 
Hanri Schickerling has received the following international “Special Awards” throughout her dance career:
2008 & 2009 - IFAA: Special Award for Choreography & Diamond Team, South Africa.
2010 - 1st Place, IFAA - ADA Championship @ Florida (International Colors).
Augustus 2013 - “Talent Africa” Team South Africa @ New York.
2014 - IFAA: Diamond Team. South Africa.
April 2014 - 1st Place, IFAA European Dance Championships @ Spain, Barcelona (International Colors).
2023 to 2025 - Eighteen dancers were chosen to compete internationally. (Mauritius, Namibia & Croatia, Zagreb).
2025 to 2026 - Eleven dancers were chosen to compete internationally (Croatia, Zagreb)

Hanri Schickerling has also received the following “Awards” throughout her karate career:
2000 until 2008: Club Trophies - Karata of the Year, 2nd Place, etc.
2000 until 2008: Local Tournaments - Gold, Silver & Bronz medals in Kata, Kumite & Team Kata.
2000 until 2008: Griqua Tournaments - Gold, Silver & Bronz medals in Kata, Kumite & Team Kata.
2000 until 2008: SA JKA Tournaments - Gold, Silver & Bronz medals in Kata, Kumite & Team Kata.
2007 - 1st Dan (Black Belt)
2015 - 2nd Dan (Black Belt)
 
Dance Studio Rules & Regulations 
ATTENDANCE:
  1. Students to arrive 5-10 minutes before class to allow time to use the bathroom, dress, and remove jewelry, neatly put their hair back, dress in sports attire, and warm up.
  2. Don't be late, if you are - don’t apologize until after class. Just wait for the “okay” from your teacher to enter the dance floor. Once permission is granted, find an easily accessible or inconspicuous place to warm up or participate.
  3. DON'T LEAVE EARLY before class time is over. If you need to, arrange it with the teacher in advance.
  4. Never leave a class or sit down because it is too difficult or you feel frustrated. It is considered rude and you are branding yourself as a "quitter". "I can't" is not in our vocabulary.
STUDIO RULES
  1. NO gum, food, or beverages are permitted in the studio. A closed water bottle is acceptable.
  2. Students & parents are responsible for their belongings. Don’t bring valuables into the studio/waiting area. Inspire Studios is not responsible for lost/stolen/misplaced property.
  3. Pick personal items up after class.
  4. NO parents/caregivers/siblings in the studio while class is in session.
  5. NO loud noises are allowed in the waiting area when a class is in session.
  6. NO one is on any equipment without permission.
  7. NO leaning against or touching the mirrors.
 CLASS ETIQUETTE:
  1. DON'T TALK while the teacher/sensei is talking. Even with the person next to you, unless otherwise discussed.
  2. First, listen, and then ask relevant questions.
  3. Don’t correct other dancers/karatekas (it’s the teacher-/sensei’s job).
  4. Avoid the front unless you know the combination.
  5. DON’T QUIT in the middle… of the room, of the combination, or the class. Go with the flow if you’re lost or confused. Never stop traffic.
  6. It is acceptable to practice on one side, while you wait for your turn.
  7. Don't be seen yawning or showing boredom.
  8. Don’t “hang” or slouch on the barre or anywhere else, for that matter. Be attentive at all times, especially when waiting for your turn.
  9. Respect each other and the personal space of others.
  10. Watch your language, even when you make mistakes.
  11. You may NEVER LIE DOWN. Beware of negative body language (like folded arms). And only sit when you are asked to do. If you sit, sit tall.
  12. Clap hands for demonstrators.
  13. If it’s a busy/full class and you accidentally bump into someone, excuse yourself quietly. Don't make a big deal out of it.
  14. Never give your second opinion on the teacher’s choreography, unless your opinions were requested/asked.
  15. If you find you have too many questions about something, save them for after class.
  16. At the end of the class, thank the teacher/sensei.
 DRESS CODE:
  1. Dancer: a. Studio dance clothes (shirt with “baggy”/sweatpants). No denim/jeans. No caps, Beanies, or other head attire permitted unless discussed differently. Dancers don't have to dress the same (optional). Clean bottom high-top sneakers. Only wear dance shoes in the studio. Check for loose screws /objects on your sole before you step foot on the dance floor. NO BARE FEET.
  2. Karateka: Karate clothes to be worn each time – classes/exams (white shirt with karate suit). No denim/jeans. No caps, Beanies, or other head attire permitted unless discussed differently. Bare feet - NO SHOES/SOCKS.
  3. Come to class showered with brushed teeth or freshened breath & deodorant.
  4. Students must be dressed properly, tie up their hair neatly & remove all jewelry for EVERY class.
  5. Dance Exam: One color "Sports/JT" shirt (girls) or "vest" (boys). No patterns/pictures glitter and "sequins". Number: The number must be displayed clearly on the t-shirt (maximum A4 size, not smaller than A5) it can be painted/printed/embroidered/glued on the shirt/shorts. (2 x numbers per dancer).
  6. AIDT 1st Urban and higher must wear knee protection.
  7. Fitness/Pilates/Freestyle: Studio Fitness clothes (shirt with “tights”/sweatpants). A well-supported sports bra for all ladies. Midriffs & chest must be covered. No denim/jeans or jewelry.
  8. Clean bottom “cross trainers” for Fitfun & “Well gripped Socks” for Pilates are allowed in the studio. Check for loose screws /objects on your sole before you step foot on the dance floor.
  9. 2x 2kg Weights, 6mm Pilates matt for FitFun, and/or 10mm matt for Pilates. Exercise Ball for your specific height. (Please mark all items clearly with your NAME & SURNAME.
Exam/Competitions:
  • No communication with our suppliers/judges/managers/examiners or organizations such as the AIDT/TDA or JKA.
  • Any concerns write an email to Inspire Studios’ management.
  • The judges'/examiners' decision is final and cannot be discussed.
  • No parents will be allowed in the dressing rooms and/or behind the stage unless arranged differently.
  • All students must report 60min before the scheduled examination time at the examination venue and 2 hours before their scheduled performance time, at the reserved point, and at competitions/concerts. (Already dressed)
General:
  • If you have difficulty with the exercises, practice on your own, or schedule a private lesson (extra costs) with your teacher/sensei.
  • Any complaints can be sent via e-mail, and a meeting can/will be arranged.
  • If a dancer wants to compete in any other competitions, Inspire Studios' management must be notified. 
  • No bullying of any kind will be tolerated, as well as within Inspire Studios.
 
WISHING YOU A BLESSED DANCE/KARATE YEAR!!!!