Meet the Staff
Lyndsie Clymer
Studio Director & Owner
Lyndsie Clymer has been dancing since the age of three at DMDA. Over the years, she has trained extensively in Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Breaking, Modern, Ballroom, Lyrical, Contemporary, Musical Theater, and Acrobatics. She was a member of a competitive dance team for six years, where she developed a deep passion for performing alongside her fellow dancers. Lyndsie holds certifications in Jazz through Dance Masters of America and Dance Educators of America, as well as certification in Acrobatics through Acrobatic Arts.
In addition to teaching, Lyndsie is a Choreographer and Director at Musical Theatre of Anthem. Some of her favorite productions include Chicago, Mean Girls, 42nd St, Chorus Line, and Six. She guest teaches and Choreographs at studios and schools across Arizona. Lyndsie also works in elementary and preschools, creating and leading extracurricular dance and movement programs.
In 2015, Lyndsie was honored with the Artistic Merit, Leadership, and Academic Award—an accolade given to only a select few across the state of Arizona. Her choreography has been recognized and awarded at competitions, by the National Youth Arts (NYA), and through school district evaluations. Lyndsie has been director of the competition team since 2019. Taking home countless overall awards and unique studio accomplishments.
Lyndsie is incredibly grateful to pursue her passion every day. Teaching dance and working with young artists brings her immense joy. As a dedicated member of the DMDA family since 2001, she is excited to continue inspiring and challenging students to grow and thrive.
Tiffany Fox
Founding Owner
Tiffany began dancing at the age of 4 and was also a gymnast for 10 years. In 1998 she received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performance and Choreography from ASU. Her Senior year she was awarded a Choreography Scholarship and was chosen to be part of the committee to choose the following year's faculty at ASU. In 1999 she also graduated from SWIHA (Southwest Institute of the Healing Arts) in Massage Therapy. In her dance career she has been lucky enough to do summer training with Chuck Davis, Mark Morris, Dance Theatre of Harlem, Alvin Ailey Dance Co., and The Pulse. She was awarded a Pulse Teacher Scholarship to dance in New York in 2010 with the SYTYCD choreographers. She was tested and certified in ballet, jazz, and modern in 2006 to become of member of Dance Masters of America, a national dance teacher association. In 2013 she tested, and is now a Certified Examiner for DMA in Ballet and Modern. Tiffany has been the owner and director of DMDA since 2000. She graduated in 2021 with her Master of Fine Arts at ASU with a Dance Teaching Artist Praxis Certificate. She is currently a Professor at Grand Canyon University, teaching Technique and Lecture courses. Inspiring children to love the discipline and passion that dance can bring is what drives her to teach. She is strongly aware and thrives for both the mental and physical health of the students that she is lucky enough to teach.
Instructors and Company Choreographers
HD Drenning
Sherry Henderson
Sherry Henderson
Instructor & Company Choreographer
HD was raised in North Phoenix and took her first dance class at the age of 3. She grew up as a competitive dancer and was trained in ballet, pointe, hip hop, jazz, jazz funk, tap, contemporary, lyrical, and musical theatre. At 14, she began assisting her mentor Jose Soto at local studios and high schools
Instructor & Company Choreographer
HD was raised in North Phoenix and took her first dance class at the age of 3. She grew up as a competitive dancer and was trained in ballet, pointe, hip hop, jazz, jazz funk, tap, contemporary, lyrical, and musical theatre. At 14, she began assisting her mentor Jose Soto at local studios and high schools. Her time with Jose not only strengthened her as a dancer but also helped to shape her teaching style. Also at 14, she was selected by Vicky Harris as the first-ever prodigy for Choreography Pros. A year later, she was selected as a prodigy for NRG Dance Project where she was discovered by Robert Hoffman III and signed with Go2Talent Agency. HD has trained with industry professionals including Cisco Ruelas, Brooklyn Jai, Oththan Burnside, Nicole Kirkland, Amari Marshall, Kennis Marquis, and Thalia Ramos. She also assisted Brooklyn Jai at Millenium Dance Complex and other studios in Los Angeles. HD is passionate about training young dancers and unlocking their full potential. She began her teaching career at 14 when she taught her first hip hop class for Cisco Ruelas and Arizona RawTalent. She has also taught students of all ages at Dynamic Motion Dance, Creative Edge Dance, Dance Deluxe, Dance Expo, Dalton Dance Theatre, and A Time to Dance. She is a guest teacher at Paul Revere Charter Middle School in Los Angeles where she choreographed and assisted with staging their 2019 production of “Newsies.” HD is currently teaching full-time at multiple dance studios, setting choreography for high schools and colleges, and pursuing a degree in Sports Psychology from Grand Canyon University.
Sherry Henderson
Sherry Henderson
Sherry Henderson
Instructor & Company Choreographer
Sherry Henderson has been a dance educator for over 25 years and previously performed on Broadway and with National and European Tours. Also , a recipient of 2 Zonies (Best choreography) and the Sherry Gold Award (Dance Masters of America, Miss Dance of America choreography award)
Sherry recently relocate
Instructor & Company Choreographer
Sherry Henderson has been a dance educator for over 25 years and previously performed on Broadway and with National and European Tours. Also , a recipient of 2 Zonies (Best choreography) and the Sherry Gold Award (Dance Masters of America, Miss Dance of America choreography award)
Sherry recently relocated back to Arizona after living in Roswell, Georgia for eight years and is thrilled to be back!!!
In GA, Sherry previously was on staff at RISPA (Renaissance International school of the performing arts ) where she taught acrobatics, Musical Theatre, jazz, tap, and improv. She also directs and choreographs for Musical Theatre of Anthem, where she’s choreographed over 25 productions.
Lilly Jewell
Sherry Henderson
Velaine Jollé
Instructor & Company Choreographer
Lilly Jewell grew up in Anthem, AZ and danced at Dynamic Motion Dance Academy for 15 years. She is trained in ballet, pointe, jazz, contemporary, lyrical, and acrobatics. She has been sharing her passion of dance as a teacher for the past 5 years, having taught through out Arizona, both as a teacher in th
Instructor & Company Choreographer
Lilly Jewell grew up in Anthem, AZ and danced at Dynamic Motion Dance Academy for 15 years. She is trained in ballet, pointe, jazz, contemporary, lyrical, and acrobatics. She has been sharing her passion of dance as a teacher for the past 5 years, having taught through out Arizona, both as a teacher in the studio and as a competition and company choreographer. When in college Lilly ran the NAU dance club for 3 years, from 2018-2021, running rehearsals, scheduling show cases, and choreographing. While at NAU she took part in many artistic projects that centered around movement, videography, and story telling. Lilly also holds a certification in acrobatics from Acrobatic Arts. Lilly’s love for dance bloomed from her mothers passion for the art. She was put into her first dance class at 4 years old and never looked back. She holds a deep love for ballet and the foundation it sets for dance technique. Lilly loves sharing the beauty and story telling she sees in ballet with her students and teaching them how technique translates into other dance styles Everyday she loves connecting with her students, watching them grow, and learn new skills throughout each class. Lilly loves that she gets to work at the same studio that supported her as a student and be apart of its legacy!
Velaine Jollé
Velaine Jollé
Velaine Jollé
Instructor & Company Choreographer
Native of Arizona, Velaine Jollé has been a lover of the world of dance for as long as
she can remember. She began her dance training at the age of 3 at On Stage Dance
Academy under the guidance of Rose Trioani and the inspiring, Michaela Romero.
Velaine broadened her scope with tumbling, cheerleading, wrest
Instructor & Company Choreographer
Native of Arizona, Velaine Jollé has been a lover of the world of dance for as long as
she can remember. She began her dance training at the age of 3 at On Stage Dance
Academy under the guidance of Rose Trioani and the inspiring, Michaela Romero.
Velaine broadened her scope with tumbling, cheerleading, wrestling and
bodybuilding throughout her teens and early 20’s. She studied and danced more at
G.C.C. with the Physical Graffiti Co. and the greatness of Lenna DeMarco. She’s
traveled and performed throughout the nation with many dance companies and
entertainment corporations like Nebellen, Twilight Productions, and Dance Fx for over
a decade. This gave her the exposure and knowledge of more urban styles like hip
hop and all the genres within it. With over 30 years of teaching, performing and sharing
her passion of dance with others, she has been awarded both regional and national
choreography, overall high placings and judge’s awards throughout the competitive
dance circuit as well as, directed over a decade of productions with a cast of 150 plus
amazing students. Velaine's certification with Acrobatic Arts keeps her strong,
knowledgeable, and on trend with her favorite genres to teach: acrobatic tumbling
and technical dance skills. She equally enjoys creating and training in lyrical, jazz,
contemporary, and foundational hip hop styling. She is extremely grateful to be able
to be an artist of dance and excited to work with the next generation of artists and
dancers!
Sam Lewan
Velaine Jollé
Kadynce Ross
Instructor & Company Choreographer
Sam is a passionate and experienced dancer with over 18 years of training, the majority of which has been focused on competitive dance. Originally from Chicago, Sam moved to Colorado at the age of 14 and most recently relocated to Arizona in May 2023.
Throughout the years, Sam has taught in a variety of se
Instructor & Company Choreographer
Sam is a passionate and experienced dancer with over 18 years of training, the majority of which has been focused on competitive dance. Originally from Chicago, Sam moved to Colorado at the age of 14 and most recently relocated to Arizona in May 2023.
Throughout the years, Sam has taught in a variety of settings, from dance studios to choreographing for sorority dance competitions. A highlight of Sam’s dance journey includes receiving an award from In10sity Dance Competition to attend the prestigious Rockette Camp in New York City. Sam also spent a season dancing on the University of Colorado Dance Team, representing CU Boulder at collegiate events.
Sam recently graduated from the University of Colorado Boulder with a degree in Marketing and currently works as a Business Development Intern with the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation. Now turning focus toward teaching, Sam is thrilled to share a deep love for dance and inspire the next generation of dancers through creativity, discipline, and joy.
Kadynce Ross
Velaine Jollé
Kadynce Ross
Instructor & Company Choreographer
Kadynce Ross is a passionate and versatile dancer from Boise, Idaho. She began her dance journey as a company member at Echo School of Dance, where she trained in various styles and competed both locally and nationally. Kadynce graduated from Idaho Arts Charter School, where she focused in dance, and is c
Instructor & Company Choreographer
Kadynce Ross is a passionate and versatile dancer from Boise, Idaho. She began her dance journey as a company member at Echo School of Dance, where she trained in various styles and competed both locally and nationally. Kadynce graduated from Idaho Arts Charter School, where she focused in dance, and is currently pursuing a degree in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Pre-Athletic Training and a minor in Dance at Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, Arizona.
Throughout her training, Kadynce has worked with numerous esteemed artists and choreographers across genres. She toured with Velocity Dance Convention as an MVA+ dancer under the direction of Whitney Bezzant and Ashley Gonzalez, performing with artists such as Now United, Ava Max, and Tove Lo. She also had the unique opportunity to dance under the direction of The Silhouettes, the Golden Buzzer act on America’s Got Talent: The Champions and First Runner-Up on AGT Season 6. She has also spent several summers training at Ballet West and artÉmotion, further developing her classical technique of ballet and other repertoire.
Her professional experience includes assisting and managing social media for Dance Fierce Competition and Convention as well as Nexus Dance Convention. She regularly teaches, choreographs, and leads master classes at studios throughout Idaho and Arizona. Her choreography has earned multiple awards and is recognized for its originality, intention, and emotional depth.
Most recently, Kadynce has curated and directed dance intensives in the Phoenix area to provide accessible training opportunities for young dancers. She also performs with Southwest Ballet Theatre, where she has danced featured roles including Dew Drop Fairy in The Nutcracker and Cheshire Cat in Alice in Wonderland, among other corps de ballet roles. Kadynce recently traveled to Italy to further her training with Compagnia Petrillo, expanding her understanding of European dance practices and global performance artistry.
With a strong foundation in anatomy, kinesiology, and physics, Kadynce incorporates injury prevention and biomechanical awareness into her teaching. She is passionate about helping dancers understand their bodies on a deeper level, empowering them to move safely, efficiently, and sustainably throughout their careers.
Dedicated to continuous growth, Kadynce is committed to expanding her artistry, sharing her knowledge, and embracing every opportunity dance provides.
Instructors
Luis Castro
Trinity Gracia
Trinity Gracia
Instructor
I am Luis Castro, a passionate
choreographer and teacher from El Paso, Texas, whose love of dance was sparked
by the lively rhythms of Latin
ballroom dancing. The dance floor
has always been my haven, a place where I can be who I truly am and freely express myself. As a collegiate student of several dance styles including jazz, bal
Instructor
I am Luis Castro, a passionate
choreographer and teacher from El Paso, Texas, whose love of dance was sparked
by the lively rhythms of Latin
ballroom dancing. The dance floor
has always been my haven, a place where I can be who I truly am and freely express myself. As a collegiate student of several dance styles including jazz, ballet, hip hop, and contemporary,
I'm always amazed by the diverse
range of expression and movement. My background in Latin ballroom dancing continues to educate and inspire my choreography, bringing
emotion, sincerity, and rhythm to
every routine.
Trinity Gracia
Trinity Gracia
Trinity Gracia
Instructor
Trinity Gracia is a dancer, choreographer and artist native to Phoenix, Arizona. She has been dancing for over 10 years and completed her Bachelors degree in dance at Grand Canyon University in 2023. She has since been dancing with multiple professional contemporary companies, including Bodies, Nhan Ho Project, and Desert Dance
Instructor
Trinity Gracia is a dancer, choreographer and artist native to Phoenix, Arizona. She has been dancing for over 10 years and completed her Bachelors degree in dance at Grand Canyon University in 2023. She has since been dancing with multiple professional contemporary companies, including Bodies, Nhan Ho Project, and Desert Dance Theatre as well as teaching at studios in the valley. In 2023 she became the founder and director of AnthroArts Collective, a contemporary modern company based in Phoenix. Her passion lies in the ability to convey true feelings of the general human experience through her work. Her choreography mixes traditional modern movement with commercial contemporary styles in order to find a blend that is unique to her. She looks forward to continuing to push herself and those around her as artists and creatives.
Katie Kirwan
Trinity Gracia
Adelena Schippers
Instructor
Katie Kirwan began her early training in Middletown, Ohio under Phyllis DeWeese and later studied under Raphael Grigorian in Corning, New York, Dayton Ballet, Pointe Park College, Milwaukee Ballet, Ballet Chicago, and North Carolina Dance Theatre. At Indiana University, she earned her Bachelor of Science in ballet and arts manag
Instructor
Katie Kirwan began her early training in Middletown, Ohio under Phyllis DeWeese and later studied under Raphael Grigorian in Corning, New York, Dayton Ballet, Pointe Park College, Milwaukee Ballet, Ballet Chicago, and North Carolina Dance Theatre. At Indiana University, she earned her Bachelor of Science in ballet and arts management under the wonderful teaching of Violette Verdy, Jasque Cesbron and Leslie Peck. In North Carolina, she began teaching at DancePlace, the official school of North Carolina Dance Theatre. However, the highlight of her career was dancing with Ballet Magnificat! under Kathy Thibodeaux from 2001 – 2008 as a soloist company member. In the fall of 2008, she taught at Dance Center Prague, a conservatory in Prague, Czech Republic. After moving to Chicago she taught and worked full time for the Joffrey Ballet Academy from 2009 – 2015, including 5 years as Joffrey Ballet’s Children’s Cast Head Ballet Master for The Nutcracker.
Katie returned to graduate school in 2012 to earn her Masters in Occupational Therapy. She currently works with children with complex medical needs, but also enjoys working with adults. With her background in OT, she has been the creator of a Parkinson’s Disease dance project in the Chicago area, and a children’s dance class through her current job, providing group therapy through the medium of dance to children with a range of abilities including those using bracing, wheelchairs and other devices for mobility. It is her passion to expand dance opportunities to all people of all backgrounds and abilities.
Adelena Schippers
Adelena Schippers
Instructor
Adelena Schippers started dancing at the age 2 and got into competitive dancing at 5 years old. She was born in Lawrence Kansas, then moved to St. Louis Missouri, and then to Anthem Arizona in 2015. She is going into her junior year at Boulder Creek high school. Her freshman year she got into Performance dance at her high schoo
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Adelena Schippers started dancing at the age 2 and got into competitive dancing at 5 years old. She was born in Lawrence Kansas, then moved to St. Louis Missouri, and then to Anthem Arizona in 2015. She is going into her junior year at Boulder Creek high school. Her freshman year she got into Performance dance at her high school which is the highest level in the dance program. She got dancer of the year in 2024 and is dance captain of the Powerhouse competition dance team. She has been a TA since 2018 and subbing classes since 2023. Adelena is exited to grow in her leadership skills and work with more dancers to help them become the best version of themselves!
Mikayla Skogen
Instructor
Mikayla Skogen started a ballet class at the age of three years old at Dynamic Motion Dance Academy and fell in love. She’s been dancing ever since. She has danced all styles such as ballet, pointe, jazz, lyrical, modern, contemporary, tap, and musical theater. Although her favorite by far is, Ballet. She has been a guest baller
Instructor
Mikayla Skogen started a ballet class at the age of three years old at Dynamic Motion Dance Academy and fell in love. She’s been dancing ever since. She has danced all styles such as ballet, pointe, jazz, lyrical, modern, contemporary, tap, and musical theater. Although her favorite by far is, Ballet. She has been a guest ballerina for a few studios around Arizona and attended college for Dance Education at GCU (Grand Canyon University). She is also certified in Ballet through DMA (Dance Masters of America). Currently she is a dance teacher at the place where it all began, Dynamic Motion Dance Academy and absolutely adores teaching the little ones. She has a passion for children and and for dance and thankfully she has a job that combines those two together. She would love to own her own studio one day and continue to share her love for dance with others!
Neil Spooner
Instructor
Neil Spooner, a dedicated dance artist, choreographer, and educator with 16 years of dance experience and 6 years of teaching experience, is originally from Cleveland, Ohio. Grand Canyon University is where
he earned his BA in Dance Performance. It was there that he honed his artistic vision, pushing limits and captivating audie
Instructor
Neil Spooner, a dedicated dance artist, choreographer, and educator with 16 years of dance experience and 6 years of teaching experience, is originally from Cleveland, Ohio. Grand Canyon University is where
he earned his BA in Dance Performance. It was there that he honed his artistic vision, pushing limits and captivating audiences with powerful performances. Neil is skilled in improvisation, choreography, partnering, and a variety of dance styles, such as Jazz, Hip Hop, Ballet, Modern, and Heels. With an array of experience working with other studios in Arizona and the US, he has an East Coast and Midwest street style that inspires inclusion and self-expression. Neil is committed to stretching the boundaries of dance in order to produce inclusive, thought-provoking work.
Hannah Stough
Hannah Stough
Hannah Stough
Instructor
Hannah holds over two decades of dance training, including forms such as Ballet, Modern, Contemporary, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Tap, and Flamenco. Her experience begins with five years competing at the national level until graduating high school in 2018. Her ambition led to her acceptance into the rigorous program at the School of Ballet
Instructor
Hannah holds over two decades of dance training, including forms such as Ballet, Modern, Contemporary, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Tap, and Flamenco. Her experience begins with five years competing at the national level until graduating high school in 2018. Her ambition led to her acceptance into the rigorous program at the School of Ballet Arizona (SBAZ), where she refined her technique and deepened her love for ballet. While training at SBAZ, she earned featured roles in Cinderella (2019) and Swan Lake at Desert Botanical Garden (2021), showcasing her stage presence and growing artistry. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Dance from Grand Canyon University in 2025, where she performed in numerous mainstage productions, including Emerge, Flourish, Odyssey, and Worthy, to name a few. Alongside performing, she developed her choreographic voice through original works presented in student showcases, such as Ambivalence and Transcendence. Her work, Wings, was selected as the faculty pick for the mainstage production of Worthy.
Hannah is passionate about empowering the next generation to explore their values through movement in a safe, supportive environment. As a current instructor around the valley of Arizona, she encourages every dancer to feel confident both in class and on stage. She believes that while dance requires precision, alignment, and technical clarity, its greatest power lies in authentic expression. For Hannah, storytelling is at the heart of the art form, and she believes it to be an embodied language that brings emotion to life. Her teaching philosophy centers on helping students discover the vital connection between technique and narrative, both in rehearsal and performance.
Guest Instructors
Brittany Corrigan
Brittany Corrigan
Brittany Corrigan
Guest Instructor
Brittany Corrigan has over 25 years of dance experience working as a dancer in the San Francisco Bay Area. She is an experienced dancer, choreographer and educator in Jazz, Contemporary, Lyrical, Musical Theatre and Ballet. She has had the opportunity to work with several esteemed choreographers and dancers from around the
Guest Instructor
Brittany Corrigan has over 25 years of dance experience working as a dancer in the San Francisco Bay Area. She is an experienced dancer, choreographer and educator in Jazz, Contemporary, Lyrical, Musical Theatre and Ballet. She has had the opportunity to work with several esteemed choreographers and dancers from around the world and has trained and performed at multiple venues in San Francisco, Los Angeles and New York. She attended Santa Clara University with a Theatre Arts Scholarship for Dance and was on the SCU Dance Team. Most recently, Brittany spent the past 6 years at Funkmode dancing and instructing and also trained at Alonzo King Lines Ballet. She relocated to Arizona in August 2023 and is currently a Company dancer with Nhan Ho Project and Wight Noise Dance Company. In September she had her first performance in AZ at the Show Me Choreography Showcase. She is excited to be a part of the dance community here in AZ and is looking forward to continuing her passion for dancing and teaching dancers of all ages and levels.
Paige Heilig
Brittany Corrigan
Brittany Corrigan
Guest Instructor
Paige Heilig is an highly-renowned dancer, choreographer, and instructor originating from Oxford, Michigan. She began training at the age of 5 in all styles including ballet, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, breaking, acrobatics, and more. While growing up in the competitive dance scene, Paige was able to expound on her passio
Guest Instructor
Paige Heilig is an highly-renowned dancer, choreographer, and instructor originating from Oxford, Michigan. She began training at the age of 5 in all styles including ballet, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, breaking, acrobatics, and more. While growing up in the competitive dance scene, Paige was able to expound on her passion for creativity through movement, finding her pocket in choreography and style. In this, Paige now aspires to leave a lasting impression on dancers, inspiring them to find athleticism, health, and true expression.
Upon her move to Phoenix, Arizona in 2022, Paige will graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Dance Performance and a Bachelor of Science in Applied Entrepreneurship from Grand Canyon University in 2026. She is currently featured in student, faculty, and guest artist works while also setting choreography of her own. Her recent work, Sorry, what was that? (2024) was selected to be performed in Grand Canyon University's Faculty Concert, "Worthy" in 2024. This work was also selected to represent Grand Canyon University at the American College Dance Association in Modesto, California in 2025. She most recently travelled to Tuscania, Italy to train amongst a professional European company, expanding her athletic and choreographic ranges. Paige has also been a featured performer with America’s Got Talent’s golden buzzer, The Silhouettes, for a private performance in 2023. Paige actively strives to use her experiences to find safety in dance technique, creating a safe and welcoming atmosphere for all.
Above all, Paige uses her gifts to honor Christ and glorify His name. She recognizes and values the significance of the art of dance in correlation to the act of worship. In this, Paige cultivates art and environments that are rooted in humility and servanthood. Paige is passionate about spreading the love of Christ through her work and artistic expression.
Sadie Rubin
Brittany Corrigan
Sara Muchnij
Guest Instructor
Dance Instructor & Choreographer
Sadie Rubin is a passionate and experienced dancer, teacher, and choreographer who brings both creativity and technical excellence to the classroom. She began dancing recreationally at a young age, later transitioning to competitive dance where she spent five years honing her skills and grow
Guest Instructor
Dance Instructor & Choreographer
Sadie Rubin is a passionate and experienced dancer, teacher, and choreographer who brings both creativity and technical excellence to the classroom. She began dancing recreationally at a young age, later transitioning to competitive dance where she spent five years honing her skills and growing her love for performing.
In 2020, Sadie joined the Danceplex Pre-Pro program, where she trained intensively for two years. During that time, she traveled as an assistant for Fluid Dance and earned the title of 2021 Senior Prodigy with NRG Dance Project.
Sadie’s love for teaching began early—at just 12 years old, she started assisting in classes at her home studio. Throughout high school, she served as a teaching assistant in her school’s intermediate dance class, where she choreographed pieces for school concerts and helped guide students through technique in various styles. Since then, she has taught students ranging from ages 3 to adults throughout the Phoenix and Tucson areas.
Sadie teaches a wide range of styles, including ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary, lyrical, hip hop, and acro. Her classes are known for being supportive, high-energy, and focused on developing both strong technique and confident self-expression.
In high school, Sadie was Vice President of her school’s chapter of the National Honor Society for Dance Arts and was awarded the Seal of Arts for her contributions to the program. She is currently finishing up her undergraduate degree in medicine at the University of Arizona, where she also danced with the Black N’ Blue Hip Hop Crew for a year.
Whether she’s in the studio or on stage, Sadie is committed to inspiring the next generation of dancers through dedication, creativity, and a true love for the art of dance.
Sara Muchnij
Sara Muchnij
Sara Muchnij
Guest Instructor & Company Choreographer
Sara has had a passion and love for dance for as long as she can remember. Starting dance at the age of 3, she has trained in a variety of styles including Jazz, Hip-Hop, Contemporary, Lyrical, Tap, Ballet, Pointe, Musical Theater, Modern, Jazz Funk, Acro, and Ballroom. Having an Associates Degree i
Guest Instructor & Company Choreographer
Sara has had a passion and love for dance for as long as she can remember. Starting dance at the age of 3, she has trained in a variety of styles including Jazz, Hip-Hop, Contemporary, Lyrical, Tap, Ballet, Pointe, Musical Theater, Modern, Jazz Funk, Acro, and Ballroom. Having an Associates Degree in fine arts, a Jazz Certification with Dance Educators of America, and Certification with AZDanceMed (training to assess and progress dancers using efficient exercises), Sara believes that you can never stop growing. She continues her education daily through new experiences and her current professional dance career.
Over the years she has toured with the Utah Ballroom Dance Company, danced for: 13th Floor Haunted House, I.D.E.A Dance Fashion Show, Dancing for the stars Charity Event, a music video shot in LA, and has found success in Ballroom competitions. During the summer of 2019 she was given the opportunity to train with Staib Dance Company in Sorrento, Italy. Recently performing in “Fright Fest” and “Holiday in the Park” at Six Flags Over Texas, she was able to train in a Rockette/ Precision style show called “The Jingle Belles” for the Holidays. Sara has also booked and filmed a commercial with CenturyLink, and continues to explore different opportunities of performing and teaching.
Teaching since 2015 has allowed her to choreograph and teach throughout the community. She directed and choreographed “The Polar Express” show at Amped Coffee Company, along with being a guest choreographer at Boulder Creek High School. Her choreography has been recognized and awarded at various competitions. Though the biggest reward of all is seeing her students chase and achieve their dreams and goals. While perfecting their technique, building confidence, and instilling a healthy, balanced lifestyle, Sara has a passion for helping dancers go from good to great!
Krista Young
Sara Muchnij
Krista Young
Guest Instructor
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Front Desk Extraordinaires
Tami Jewell
Victoria Augustus
Victoria Augustus
Tami has been working our front desk for 10+ years now, along with dancing in our fabulous adult classes. Tami helps organize events through out the year as well as keeping track of all the staff and students.
Victoria Augustus
Victoria Augustus
Victoria Augustus
Victoria has been working the front desk for a couple years now, along with dancing in our fabulous adult classes. Victoria is always willing to help parents, teachers, students, etc. She is a joy to be around.