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Kayla   

Director/Instructor

Originally from Northwest Florida, Kayla’s lifelong dance journey started at age three. Her extensive background includes years of competing and attending elite masterclasses, including a unique New York City tour where she trained under a Radio City Rockette. She has learned from some of the nation's most respected choreographers, bringing a wealth of professional insight to her students. Kayla further refined her skills through specialized teacher training in Las Vegas and Orlando. Since stepping into her role as Dance Supervisor in 2021, she has loved mentoring new instructors and developing talent. With experience teaching everyone from toddlers to adults, Kayla is dedicated to creating a supportive environment where Dancers can thrive. Her ultimate goal is to foster a sense of joy and self-assurance in every dancer, both inside the studio and out in the world.

Sarah’s passion for dance ignited at age three, carrying her from competitive high school training into collegiate performance. Well-versed in ballet, pointe, tap, and lyrical technique, she earned a dance minor from The Ohio State University in 2016 alongside her major in dental hygiene. Her professional teaching career began in New Mexico before an international move took her to Okinawa, Japan, in 2020. There, she shared her expertise at Kadena’s Youth Center and the Okinawa School of Performing Arts. Upon returning to the U.S. in 2022, she coached at Edwards Air Force Youth Center before settling in Fort Walton Beach in late 2023. Sarah delights in guiding dancers of all ages and witnessing their skills and artistry blossom.

Sarah

Dance Instructor

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Sadie

Ballet Instructor

Sadie’s passion for dance ignited at age three, beginning her foundations in ballet and tap at the Dorothy Rainer Sellars School of Dance in Opp, Alabama. Following over a decade of dedication there, she transitioned her primary focus to classical ballet in 2011, training under Laura Markus at École de Danse in DeFuniak Springs. Her performance portfolio between 2011 and 2015 includes seasonal productions of The Nutcracker, Carnival of the Animals, and various prestigious showcases. After graduating from Paxton High School, Sadie earned a spot on the University of West Florida’s collegiate dance team, the Argonettes. Throughout her tenure from 2015 to 2020, she became a versatile performer, excelling in jazz, pom, hip-hop, and lyrical styles while appearing at major athletic tournaments and community festivals like the Gulf Coast Arts Festival. Beyond her stage presence, Sadie developed her leadership as a team officer and senior captain, while also mentoring young dancers as an instructor during university summer clinics. She remained committed to her technical roots throughout her college years by continuing advanced ballet training at studios across Pensacola and at Absolute Dance Center. With a rich history of competitive experience and leadership, Sadie brings a comprehensive and disciplined approach to every class she leads, ensuring her students gain both technical skill and confidence.

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Madison

Adult Dance Instructor

Madison entered the world of dance and cheer at age ten, instantly finding her rhythm in jazz. Her journey took her through competitive squads, refining her technique. By seventeen, she was already instructing students in tumbling, hiphop, and jazz. In 2019, she launched her adult Heels program, cultivating a dedicated burlesque community. Madison is a focused private coach ready to help you exceed every milestone.

Ariana Foster discovered her love for the performing arts early in life. She committed herself to rigorous training across Orlando and Tampa, spending hours daily in the studio perfecting her technique in Tap, Acro, and Ballet. Mentored by elite professionals, including former Rockettes and USO performers, she expanded her expertise into Contemporary, Hip Hop, and Jazz. Ariana is thrilled to bring her diverse skills and enthusiasm to the EPA community.

Ariana

Dance Instructor

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