Joanna trained at the Royal Ballet School. She went on to perform with The Royal Ballet, Ballet Rambert, Bavarian State Ballet and The National Ballet of Canada to name a few. Living in Ireland, she continues to be integral to the progress of dance here. She is a founding member of Dance Ireland and set up The College of Dance which she ran for 25 years. Through this pivotal role, Joanna is training the next generation of dance leaders and dance educators today.