My Story

Growing up, my curious and creative nature led me to pursue numerous artistic outlets. From gymnastics to Irish dancing to ballet, I enjoyed any opportunity that allowed me to express myself through movement. Throughout high school, I split my time competing as a varsity gymnast while simultaneously dancing in a performing company. During college, however, I focused my energy solely on dance and performed with my college's dance team all four years. My passion for dance was reinvigorated during this time, and my first summer after college was spent participating in the American Dance Festival's summer intensive in Durham, NC. While I took eight years off from dance to pursue a master's degree and establish my professional career, I knew dance was a passion I could no longer put on the backburner and felt compelled to seek out opportunities that allowed dance to return to my life.  

What TDW Means to Me

In the years since my formal dance training, I have sorely missed the creative outlet and sense of community that dance provides. It was difficult to find dance classes as an adult that aligned with my background and busy schedule, and I felt discouraged that I would never find the right fit. After discovering The Dancer's Workout® and attending my first class, I knew it was exactly what I'd been missing and what I needed in this stage of life. I could not ask for a better physical and creative outlet, and am so honored to continue my dance journey as a MAVEN!