Meet our CEO & Artistic Director

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Operations Manager, Instructor

Tap, ORCA & Adult Classes

Hi, I'm Miss Anna. I split my time at the studio between teaching, scheduling SSD's dance programs, and helping our students find their perfect classes.  I love getting to know our dance families!

I began dancing when I was four years old.  I studied ballet and jazz, but my true love has always been tap.  I have over 15 years experience as a dance instructor, teaching classes from ages two to adult, and am a YPAD (Youth Protection Association for Dance) certified teacher.  I currently teach all things tap!

My approach as an instructor combines teaching the technical aspects of dance while having tons of fun and building confidence in my students. I am passionate in my belief that dance is for everyone regardless of age, ability, or body type.  

I have high expectations for my students with a focus on respect, hard work, and supporting one another in the classroom.  I love having the opportunity to share my favorite art form with my students of all ages!

Team Member since 2016

Amplify Director, Instructor

Jazz, Modern/Contemporary, ORCA Classes

I’m Miss Kristine and I love teaching jazz, modern/contemporary, tap, ballet, Orca, and Amplify classes! I am also the Amplify Director so I work with students to develop performance skills, prepare for competition, and create a supportive and successful team of dancers.

I took my first dance class when I was 5 years old, began performing when I was 6, earned my BA in Dance when I was 21, and have now been teaching for over 25 years.  I’ve had the privilege of dancing with The Los Angeles Jazz Foundation and performing at the American Dance Festival. One of the highlights of my career was in 2008 when my students were selected to perform in a Summer Olympics Cultural Festival in Beijing, China!

In my classes, I have clear and high expectations for my students but I also believe that everyone learns the most when they're having fun! I come to every class with an open mind and an open heart.  I focus on correct technique and appropriate challenges to build confidence, a healthy body image, and a love and appreciation of all styles of dance.

Team Member Since 2016

Customer Experience Coordinator, Instructor

Hip Hop, Jazz, Contemporary, ORCA & Adult Classes

Hi I’m Miss Pamela! I wear all kinds of hats here at the studio. In your time here at South Sound Dance we will absolutely cross paths - You might find me teaching within any of our programs, planning our productions or greeting you at the front desk! 

Most of my dance training came from right here at South Sound Dance! I danced through our Elevate program, where I have trained extensively in contemporary, ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop and more. I have completed our South Sound Dance teacher training program, I am a Comix Method Certified Hip Hop & Street Dance Educator as well as a Youth Protection Association for Dance (YPAD) Certified Instructor. 

I approach teaching with big goals for my dancers, whilst having lots of laughs on our way there. I value connection, community and respect in my classroom and I ensure that each dancer is met with exactly what they need to feel confident! 

Team Member Since 2019

ORCA & Spark Director, Instructor

Ballet, Tap, Jazz, ORCA Classes

Hello dancers and families, I’m Miss Brianne. I love teaching ballet, tap, and jazz to our rockstar students! As our ORCA and Spark director, I guide our team in making sure your recreational dancers have the best experience here at SSD! 

I trained for 15 years at a studio in Massachusetts before earning my Minor in Dance from the University of Maine. Since joining the South Sound Dance team, I have completed our Teacher Training Program and other continuing dance education courses.

My classes are centered around the studio’s core values. I teach our students to love dance through connection, growth, creativity, joy, and empowerment. 

Can't wait to see you in class dancers!

Team Member since 2019

Elevate Director, Instructor

Contemporary/Modern, Jazz, Ballet, Acro,  ORCA Classes

 I'm Miss Kindred! I teach jazz, modern, our ORCA dancers, and more. You might also see me running around with a camera, taking photos of your smiling faces!

I started dancing when I was 6 years old and fell in the deepest of love. Here at SSD, I danced in our Elevate program, while simultaneously completing our teaching training program. After that I spent a year training abroad in London and am so excited to be back to run that program I loved so dearly! I love pushing our Elevate students in their technique and artistry, and helping them become well rounded human beings! 

In my classes I put an emphasis on safety, hard work, and encourage dancers to always believe in themselves. I feel as though it is so important to remind our dancers that they are capable of doing great things. 

Team Member since 2019

Fine Arts Preschool Director, Instructor

Hello! My I am Miss Cyrra and I am the director of Fine Arts Club Preschool here at the studio. I teach PreK classes meant to transform children’s learning experiences by tapping into the creative side of their brain. I have a passion for supporting children's mental and physical health through artistic play.

I studied visual arts at Cornish College of the Arts before transferring and graduating from The Evergreen State College with a Bachelor of Arts. My focus at Evergreen was in Psychology and Sculpture, specifically Metal Fabrication and Stone Carving. I have worked as a teacher's assistant at Elementary Schools and Art Studios in Montana and Washington. I also have large amounts of experience teaching adults at TESC and as a nanny!  

 I joined the South Sound Dance team during the pandemic to improve our students lives and help them be able to continue to engage academically and with their peers, and I am pleased to say that's exactly what we are doing! I am so excited to explore and create with your children this season and am looking forward to getting to know each of you!

Team Member since 2020

South Sound Dance Access Director, Instructor

Modern/Contemporary, ORCA Classes

Hello I’m Miss Alice! Here at South Sound Dance I teach Modern and Contemporary classes for all ages, ORCA Classes, and more. 

I am also the director of our new non-profit, South Sound Dance Access and I am so excited to be able to serve our community through both of these avenues! 

I started dancing at three years old under the direction of world renowned dance pedagoge Anne Green Gilbert, who specializes in brain compatible dance education, creative movement, and composition. I went on to study modern dance, ballet, and jazz, until attending Hampshire College and the Five College Dance Department where I received by B.A. in Dance Composition and Performance. I have taught dance for all ages, including adults!  

 I use a concept based approach to teaching dance, encouraging a holistic understanding of body/space/time and diverse movement qualities. In my classes I include opportunities to improvise and for dancers to create their own movement! I emphasize listening to our bodies so we can be safe, fun, and expressive! 

Team Member Since 2021

Instructor

Hip Hop, Jazz, ORCA Classes

Bio Coming Soon! 

Team Member Since 2022

 Instructor

Ballet, ORCA Classes

 Hello, my name is Miss Audrey. You'll mostly see me teaching our ORCA dancers here at the studio! 

 I grew up right down the street, dancing with Johansen Olympia Dance Center for 15 years and with Ballet Northwest for 5 years. After I graduated from Highschool, I went to Cornish College of The Arts in Seattle and received Bachelors of Fine Arts in Dance. I have also completed and received American Ballet Theater's Teaching Certificate. 

When teaching, I focus on dancers being big and expressive in our movement. It is so important to PLAY as we learn.  I value respect, making connections, and having fun!"

Team Member Since 2022

 Instructor

ORCA Classes, Ballet, Fine Arts Preschool

Hello, I’m Miss Star! My time at South Sound Dance is spent teaching ballet and jazz to our wonderful ORCA and Fine Arts Preschool students! 

I trained in California for 10 years, and joined the Sundance Ballet Company in that time. With them, I trained extensively in classical and contemporary ballet. I began teaching in 2018, and have taught all ages in Ballet, Jazz, and Lyrical. I have also completed our South Sound Dance teacher training program. 

In my classes, I focus on helping my dancers grow in their artistry, technique, and confidence.

 I believe each dancer brings something special and unique to the classroom and I strive to bring that out in every student I work with! 

Team Member Since 2023

 Instructor

ORCA Classes, Ballet, Jazz

Bio Coming Soon

Team Member Since 2023

 Instructor

ORCA Classes

Bio Coming Soon

Team Member Since 2024