My Local Life… Jayne-Marie Barker, Icon Dance Lessons 
The Listing chatted to Jayne of Icon Dance Lessons for our February issue. She’s been teaching Ballroom, Latin American, Salsa, Rock n Roll, Argentine Tango and wedding dances to adults for almost a decade now. Teaching adults to dance fills her with absolute joy! In 2020, Jayne decided to relocate her little venture to Royston and the surrounding villages, and she couldn’t be happier, having met so many lovely people through her work.
Where do you live and how long have you lived there?
I live just up the road from my business area, in Letchworth Garden City. When I was 18 I moved to Letchworth, but grew up on the coast in North Suffolk.
Your favourite local Shop?
I’m not sure if it counts as a shop but @plantbasedscully I love the products and she delivers with a smile every time!
What is the last book you read?
I’m a great reader, always a book on the go. I’m reading David Blake’s ‘Broadlands’ at the moment.
What makes you happy?
My family, friends, my two cats, teaching and dancing myself too, creative writing, and gardening.
Night in or night out?
In. A good book or film, some music, suits me perfectly.
What is your favourite place in the world?
Besides the Ballroom, I’m happiest at home, pottering about, or walking along the beach.
Your favourite local building?
Banyers House – it always looks so welcoming!
What does success mean to you?
Whilst not competitive with others, I tend to push myself towards goals. Making a success of Icon Dance Lessons means the world to me. Teaching is so very rewarding.
What inspirational quote sums you up? 
I believe in fairy tales, not because they tell us that dragons exist, but because they teach us that dragons can be beaten! I’m a great reader, always a book on the go. I’m reading David Blake’s ‘Broadlands’ at the moment.
