About Us
Our mission…
Dance It Out Studios is fully committed to providing a quality education for students of all ages in an environment that helps nurture each student’s individual ability, self confidence, and creativity. We strongly believe that the arts and movement enrich the lives of our students, their families and our community. Not only do we strive to help students to become the best athletes and artists they can be, but also the best citizens they can be. At Dance It Out, we are not just a studio – We are a FAMILY!
Core Values
Integrity - We are committed to doing the right thing even when no one is looking and encouraging our students to do the same.
Communication - We effectively communicate with students and families.
Safety - We are committed to the protection of students.
Impact - We strive to have a positive effect on students, families, and the community.
Connection - We build strong bonds between students and families.
Initiative - We are empowered to work for the betterment of the studio and community.
Inclusivity - We invite all in to be a part of our family at Dance It Out.
Teaching Principles
Safety - We are committed to the protection of our students’ emotional and physical well-being.
Respect - We model respect to our students, families, and coworkers and help teach our students to respect their peers, teachers, and staff.
Communication - We effectively communicate with students, families, and coworkers.
Creativity - We nurture our students’ individual visions and talents.
Compassion - We cultivate an atmosphere of understanding and acceptance.
Growth Mindset - We are committed to continuously learning and growing as professionals.
Get to Know Your Family…
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Michelle Harris
Co-Owner and Instructor
Ballroom, Hip Hop, Musical Theater, and Jazz
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Alicia Washburn
Co-Owner and Instructor
Tutu Tots, Creative Movement, Ballet, Pre-Pointe, and Pointe
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Rebecca Edmonds
Director of Programs, Costume Director
Instructor of Ballet, Lyrical, Tap
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Mary Glenn Coleman
Director of Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical
Instructor of Ballet and Pointe
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Cierra Malkin
Director of Specialty Classes and Instructor
Hip Hop
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Tammy Hazlewood
Office Manager
Dance It Out & Flip It Out
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Jen DeOrnellas
Costume Manager
Account Manager, Costume Manager
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Amber Betts
Instructor
Ballet and Floating
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Mandi Calhoun
Instructor
Ballet
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Maurice Ellis
Instructor
Sing It Out and Act It Out
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Emily Ezell
Office Staff, Assistant Instructor, and Student Counselor
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Courtney Hazlewood
Instructor
Tap
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Eileen Juric
Master Instructor
Ballet, Pointe, Power Dance, Ballet Barre None
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Roni Mahler
Master Instructor
Ballet and Pointe
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Lindsey Plemons
Instructor
Tap
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Deanna Rea
Instructor
Irish
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Becca Sontag
Instructor
Ballet