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

  • Mary Glenn Coleman

    Director of Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical

    Instructor of Ballet and Pointe

  • Cierra Malkin

    Director of Specialty Classes and Instructor

    Hip Hop

  • Tammy Hazlewood

    Office Manager

    Dance It Out & Flip It Out

  • Jen DeOrnellas

    Costume Manager

    Account Manager, Costume Manager

  • Amber Betts

    Instructor

    Ballet and Floating

  • Mandi Calhoun

    Instructor

    Ballet

  • Maurice Ellis

    Instructor

    Sing It Out and Act It Out

  • Emily Ezell

    Office Staff, Assistant Instructor, and Student Counselor

  • Courtney Hazlewood

    Instructor

    Tap

  • Eileen Juric

    Master Instructor

    Ballet, Pointe, Power Dance, Ballet Barre None

  • Roni Mahler

    Master Instructor

    Ballet and Pointe

  • Lindsey Plemons

    Instructor

    Tap

  • Deanna Rea

    Instructor

    Irish

  • Becca Sontag

    Instructor

    Ballet

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