Meet our CEO & Artistic Director

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Program Coordinator, Recreational Director, Instructor

Tap, ORCA 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 10 years experience as a dance instructor, teaching classes from ages two to adult, and am a YPAD (Youth Protection Advocates in Dance) certified teacher.  I currently teach all things tap as well as Orca and Amplify classes.

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

ORCA 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 from the Orca dancers all the way up to level 1/2.

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 Assistant Director, Front Desk Team Member, Instructor

Hip Hop, Jazz, Musical Theater, ORCA Classes

Hi I’m Miss Pamela! I wear all kinds of hats here at the studio. You might see me working the front desk, working with our Elevate dancers, planning our social media content or teaching. I teach many of our Hip Hop classes, as well as Jazz, Musical Theater, and our tiniest of dancers!

Most of my dance training came from right here at South Sound Dance! I have danced through our Elevate program, where I have trained extensively in contemporary, ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop and more. As well as completed the South Sound Dance Teacher Training Program. I am also a YPAD (Youth Protection Advocates in Dance) Certified Teacher. 

I approach teaching with big goals for my dancers but we will have lots of laughs and silliness 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

Fine Arts Club Director, Instructor

Hello! My I am Miss Cyrra and I am the Fine Arts Club Director 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

Front Desk Team Member, Instructor

Acro, Jazz, Hip Hop, Adult & ORCA Classes

Hello I'm Miss Bit! Here at South Sound Dance I work the front desk and teach jazz, musical theater, hip hop, acro, Orca classes, mini camps, adult classes and more! 

I grew up in Utah and started dancing at 6 years old, In my Junior year of high school I joined my school's drill team, and began teaching. 

In 2019 I moved to Washington and joined the SSD family beginning with the South Sound Dance Teacher Training Program. 

As a teacher I walk into every class with high energy ready to have fun! I want my students to believe in themselves and feel confident. 

My favorite thing about being a teacher is getting to see students fall in love with dance, just as I once did, and continue to do each and every day.

Team Member Since 2019

Front Desk Team Member, Instructor

Modern/Contemporary, ORCA & Adult Classes

Hello I’m Miss Alice! Here at South Sound Dance I teach Modern and Contemporary classes for all ages, Orca Classes, and Adult Classes. You’ll also find me at the front desk! 

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

Ballet, Pointe, ORCA Classes

I'm Miss Vadne! Here at South Sound Dance, I have the gratifying job of conducting pointe and ballet classes, and choreographing for our theatre productions.  It is my goal to support every student in meeting their objectives, whatever they are, and to inspire our students to become life-long dancers.

As a 3 year old, I was taken to my first ballet class as a fun way to get physical therapy for some under-developed muscles in my legs.  My teacher was beautiful and sweet, and I was hooked!  All I ever wanted to do after that was dance and teach dance.  It became a calling to perpetuate the rich legacy of this beautiful art form in a way that serves both the art and those who study it.  

My formal education is with the Royal Academy of Dance in Great Britain, the world’s foremost leader in dance education.  Dance training in the Seattle area as a kid and New York City as an adult provided me with a broad base of teachers from which I honed my teaching style.  As a result, my students will not only study technique, artistry and musicality, they will also learn dance history and theory.  

Above all else, I aim to have everyone leave each class feeling accomplished and uplifted!

Team Member since 2020