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.

 
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Get to Know Your Family…

  • Michelle Harris

    Co-Owner and Instructor

    Ballroom, Hip Hop, Musical Theater, and Jazz

  • Alicia Washburn

    Co-Owner and Instructor

    Tutu Tots, Creative Movement, Ballet, Pre-Pointe, and Pointe

  • Rebecca Edmonds

    Director of Programs, Costume Director

    Instructor of Ballet, Lyrical, Tap

  • Emily Ezell

    Office Manager and Student Counselor

    Instructor of Irish

  • Becca Sontag

    Director of Ballet, Jazz, and Lyrical

    Instructor of Ballet

  • Cierra Malkin

    Director of Specialty Classes and Instructor

    Hip Hop

  • Jen DeOrnellas

    Seamstress

    Dance It Out and Flip It Out

  • Maurice Ellis

    Instructor

    Sing It Out and Act It Out

  • April Fields

    Office Assistant

    Dance It Out and Flip It Out

  • Roni Mahler

    Master Instructor

    Ballet and Pointe

  • Amber Orr

    Instructor

    Ballet

  • Deanna Rea

    Instructor

    Irish

  • Lauren Thompson

    Lauren Thompson

    Instructor

    Ballet

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