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Our Staff

Who Will You See In The Studio?

Friendly faces, big smiles, and lots of encouragement! Meet the teachers cheering your dancer on and the front-desk team ready to welcome your family.

Leadership

Amanda Schmidt

Amanda Schmidt

Faculty

Janelle Coley

Janelle Coley

Christy Leishman

Christy Leishman

Allison Hershman Owens

Allison Hershman Owens

Haley Kuster

Haley Kuster

Amanda Biles

Amanda Biles

Kimberly Bender

Kimberly Bender

Susan Putman

Susan Putman

Abril Gonzalez

Abril Gonzalez

Jezzamyn Grace

Jezzamyn Grace

Karissa Benoit

Karissa Benoit

Office & Front Desk

Ali Cowles

Ali Cowles

Yvonne Brown

Yvonne Brown

Fern Van Denend

An adult and a young dancer in a blue costume smiling together in a theater, with the dancer holding pink flowers.

Our Approach

Teachers who know your dancer

Our staff model integrity, patience, and dedication while inspiring, mentoring, and supporting every dancer’s journey.

Whether it’s a 30-minute Petite Prep class or an Encore rehearsal, our teachers bring the same care: age-appropriate music and movement, encouragement over pressure, and a genuine interest in who your dancer is becoming.

Ready to see if E&E is the right fit?

Every new dancer gets one free trial class. Come meet the teachers, try a class, and watch from the lobby.

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