PICTURES: Nairn's Top Model UK finalist opens new dance studio in Inverness

Dance moves, fitness and circus skills were all on the menu for the open day of one of the newest dance studios in Inverness.

Teacher and model Antonia Di Carlo, from Nairn, welcomed 23 people during the open day at her new studio at Telford Retail Park.

From dance sessions for all ages to make-up and face painting as well as juggling and a DJ and photo booth, there was something for everyone to enjoy.

Ms Di Carlo said: "It was very exciting. We had a turnout of about 23 on the day.

"Everyone involved had a great time, it's a shame we didn’t get more people attending but we enjoyed ourselves!"

She will be offering heels and real hip-hop classes in the new premises.

Ms Di Carlo has been teaching dance and modelling around the world in the past years.She recently returned home and started working as a freelance teacher at Eden Court and she was named among the finalists for a top competition, Top Model UK.

Anyone interested in taking up dance classes at the studio can get in touch via hiphophighlands@gmail.com or visit TruUnity Dance on Facebook or Instagram.

A timetable will be sent to people who signed up for early access.

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