Briar has danced since the age of 4 in all genres and has gained NZAMD solo performance diplomas in tap and jazz. She also has completed exams in NZAMD ballet, contemporary and hip hop as well as RAD ballet. Briar was nominated 3 times for NZAMD scholarships in tap and jazz and competed in dance competitions all over NZ. She has been a PACANZ National Young Performer of the year nominee 4 times – once for jazz and 3 times for tap.

In 2015, Briar was a member of the Otago Dancers team dancing at sporting and corporate events as well as traveling to America with the team performing at Disneyland.

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She completed a Bachelor of Physical Education at the University of Otago, majoring in Sport and Exercise Science and Physical Activity and Health in 2017. During her 4 years in Dunedin, Briar taught tap and jazz exam work at Dunedin Dance Academy and has had 3 pupils nominated for NZAMD scholarships for level 8 tap.

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DCPA was created in 2018 alongside Susan Beu while Briar was working as a Personal Trainer and Manager of Z 24 Hour Fitness in Ruakaka.

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Briar is now the owner of DCPA Northland and has now opened a purpose built studio in Ruakaka, Northland for Dance, Conditioning & Pilates classes.