Founded by Educators, Informed by Science

Rhythmo was developed by Leanne, a qualified educator with 16 years in primary and secondary education and Beth, a professional dancer with 15 years of performance and choreography experience.

Recognising a gap in structured, evidence-based movement training that bridges neuroscience and pedagogy, they created Australia's first rhythm-led physical literacy method.

Based on Victoria's Bellarine Peninsula, Rhythmo is piloting programs with schools and sports clubs while building partnerships with universities and sporting organisations toward National scale-up aligned with Brisbane 2032.

Meet the Founders

Beth Torrie

Creative Director – Movement Design

Beth is a trained dancer, choreographer, and movement specialist who infuses creativity, confidence, and expression into every Rhythmo™ sequence. Her passion for movement ensures that every beat strengthens the body-brain connection across all ages and abilities.

Awarded a full scholarship to Wilkes Academy—one of the UK’s leading performing arts institutions—Beth trained as a professional dancer and has performed at prestigious venues including the Royal Albert Hall, Her Majesty’s Theatre London, Sadlers Wells, and the Birmingham NEC. She has worked with high-profile clients and events, bringing her exceptional performance skills to diverse audiences.

Beth’s expertise extends beyond the stage. As a former SEN Teaching Assistant in primary schools, she provided specialized 1:1 support to students with autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, global developmental delay, and sensory impairments. This experience equipped her with deep understanding of adaptive movement strategies and inclusive practice for children with diverse learning needs.

For the past five years, Beth has been a foster carer supporting children aged 0-18, having cared for 17 children to date. Combined with her work as a dance teacher and choreographer—including owning her own successful dance school, Base Dance Academy—Beth brings unique insight into child development, emotional regulation, and creative expression through movement.

Beth’s choreography has been showcased internationally, including performances at Disneyland Paris and the All England Ballroom Championships at Blackpool Tower Ballroom. She leads the creative vision behind Rhythmo™, ensuring every session is full of energy, inclusive and designed to unlock confidence and potential in every participant.

Leanne Sharples

Program Director – Physical Literacy & Movement

Leanne is a physical educator with 16+ years of experience transforming how children engage with movement. As a former Head of Physical Education and School Sports Co-ordinator, she has led high-quality teaching and learning initiatives across secondary, primary, and special educational needs settings.

Her expertise is grounded in real-world impact: she has partnered with the Youth Sport Trust and Sport England on national projects, and was invited as a keynote speaker at the 2020 Youth Sport Trust National Conference, presenting on “PE: the ace up our sleeve for improved well-being.” With an NPQSL in Senior Leadership, Leanne combines strategic vision with deep pedagogical knowledge.

An accomplished athlete herself, Leanne competed at National League level in hockey, represented at Regional and International university competitions and excelled as a county cricketer and athlete. She has coached to elite standards both in schools and clubs, bringing first hand understanding of what it takes to develop young athletes.

Since moving permanently to Australia, Leanne has expanded her expertise as a Solutions Specialist working alongside therapists in the disability and aged care sectors. Combined with her Level 3 Diploma in Fitness Instructing and Personal Training, this experience has deepened her understanding of inclusive practice, adaptive movement, and neuro-informed curriculum design across all ages and abilities. Her passion is unlocking every individual’s true and full potential — and she leads the structure and science behind Rhythmo™ to ensure every session is both evidence-based, fun and rewarding.

Our Approach

How we work

Every Rhythmo program is:

Evidence-informed: Grounded in peer-reviewed research on rhythm, cognition and motor learning.

Curriculum-aligned: Designed to meet Australian Curriculum HPE outcomes and Active Schools priorities.

Measurable: All programs include pre/post assessments and participant feedback protocols.

Inclusive: Adaptable across ages, abilities and contexts — from early years to elite performance.

Collaborative: We partner with schools, coaches and organizations to tailor programs to specific needs and outcomes.

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