Meet Our Faculty

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Dana is the heart of our studio—studio owner, lead instructor, and the driving force behind everything we do. With a lifelong passion for dance and a deep commitment to her students, Dana teaches a wide range of classes for dancers ages 2 and up, sharing her love for movement, discipline, and creativity with every generation that walks through our doors.

Known for her high standards and heartfelt dedication, Dana leads the charge in producing our unforgettable end-of-year recital—an event that showcases the talent, hard work, and growth of every dancer in the studio. From choreography to class planning to mentoring her staff, Dana does it all with grace, energy, and an unshakable love for the art of dance.

Simply put, Dana makes the magic happen.

Shea is an essential part of our administrative dance team, known for her attention to detail, reliability, and behind-the-scenes support that keeps our studio running smoothly. As our Finance Coordinator, she is responsible for managing student accounts, processing payments, tracking fees and dues, and ensuring all financial matters are clearly and accurately handled throughout the year.

In addition to her financial role, Shea also plays a major part in producing our annual recital book. From organizing and formatting student photos to arranging ads and sponsor pages, she helps create a keepsake that beautifully captures the memories of each season.

Shea’s organizational skills and dedication make her a vital link between our staff, students, and families—helping maintain a professional, well-run studio environment where dancers can thrive.

Courtney is a dedicated member of our dance faculty who blends a love for the arts with outstanding communication and organizational skills. As our Administrative Dance Faculty and Community Liaison, she plays a vital role in recruiting new dancers through engaging and creative social media outreach.

Throughout the year, Courtney maintains strong relationships with both students and families—reaching out with important updates, sharing photos and highlights from classes and events, and ensuring everyone stays informed and connected. She also plays a key role in organizing many of the behind-the-scenes details that make our performances shine, including scheduling hair and makeup times for recital day, coordinating picture day, and selecting featured photos for families to purchase or include in the recital book.

From first introductions to year-end celebrations, Courtney is a constant source of support, energy, and positivity. Her attention to detail and commitment to communication help create a smooth, memorable experience for dancers and their families throughout the season.

Josh is a dynamic and inspiring instructor who works with our pre-teen and teen dancers, leading their combo classes and choreographing powerful opening and production numbers for our annual recital.

He’s known for bringing out attitude, confidence, and strong stage presence in his students. With a passion for performance and a fresh approach to movement, Josh introduces a variety of dance styles to the studio, helping dancers expand their skills and grow as versatile performers.

Encouraging, energetic, and always pushing for excellence, Josh plays a key role in challenging and uplifting our older dancers each season.

Brittany brings grace, technique, and artistry to our studio as our dedicated ballet and lyrical teacher. With a calm, focused teaching style and a deep understanding of movement, she helps dancers build strong foundations while expressing themselves through emotion and storytelling.

Brittany works closely with students who are training to go en pointe, putting in extra time and care to ensure they are strong, prepared, and confident as they reach this important milestone in their ballet journey.

Her ballet choreography is a standout every recital—beautifully crafted, visually stunning, and a true reflection of her skill and passion for the art form. Brittany inspires her students to dance with both precision and heart, guiding them to grow as confident and expressive performers.

Kirsten brings energy, creativity, and serious groove to the studio as our hip hop teacher for the mini, intermediate, and senior levels. Her classes are known for their upbeat vibe, fresh choreography, and the confidence she brings out in each dancer—no matter their age or experience level.

From teaching our youngest minis the foundations of hip hop to pushing our senior dancers with advanced combos and sharp technique, Kirsten knows how to connect with every student and keep the room moving. Her routines light up the stage at recital and always leave a lasting impression.

Kirsten’s passion for hip hop and her ability to inspire makes her an unforgettable part of our dance family.