Faculty

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Director

Alexis grew up in Geneva, IL and began dancing at the age of two. She trained and competed in many different styles of dance. In high school, Alexis danced on the Geneva Varsity Dance Team for four years where she won a runner up title and three state championships. Alexis then attended the University of Northern Iowa to study elementary education. During her time there she was a part of the UNI Dance Team. Not only has she spent time training and competing, Alexis was also a part of the UDA staff for three years. This experience allowed her to train, judge and choreograph for teams from all over the Midwest. Her choreography has won numerous judges choice awards and overall high point rankings. Alexis cannot wait to work with the dancers in the Cedar Valley and is SO excited to introduce to you… Aspire Dance!

Director

Molly grew up in Cedar Falls and has been dancing since age 2! She trained and competed in many styles of dance and also has an extensive background in gymnastics. She graduated college in 2021 with degrees in finance and management and is currently pursuing her MBA! Molly has 8 years of dance teaching experience working with all styles of dance, her favorites being lyrical, jazz, acro, and tap. Molly’s choreography for competition pieces has won many overall and judges choice awards. She has a passion for teaching strong fundamentals of technique to develop strong dancers. She is so excited to start the Aspire Dance journey and give the Cedar Valley an amazing new dance experience! 

Instructor

Ashley was born and raised in Geneva, Illinois. She began dancing when she was 2 years old. She grew up learning various styles of dance while competing competitively. Ashley was on her high school varsity dance team for 4 years. During her time on dance team she earned third place at state, two runner up titles and a state championship. She then attended Iowa State University where she studied elementary education. She has continued her love for teaching dance after college. Ashley is beyond excited to continue sharing her passion for dance by being an instructor at Aspire Dance Studio.

Instructor

Mady was born and raised in Walker, Iowa and began dancing when she was 3 years old. She grew up learning various styles of dance including jazz, lyrical, hip hop, ballet, tap and pom. Mady was on her high school varsity dance team for 4 years. During her time on North Linn dance team she earned three runner up titles and a state championship at the Iowa State Dance Championships. She then attended University of Northern Iowa where she studied health sciences. She has continued her love for teaching dance after college. Mady is so excited to continue sharing her love and passion for dance by being an instructor at Aspire Dance Studio!

Instructor

Ava has lived in Cedar Falls her whole life. She started dancing at the age of 3, and has competitively danced for 9 years. Being a part of dance for many years has allowed her to gain numerous experiences and opportunities. She has danced with the Cedar Falls Dance Team where she has performed at the ISDTA state competition, All Iowa Honor Dance, and the Reliaquest Bowl game. She has also attended dance conventions in Des Moines, Minneapolis, and Dallas. This has led to her receiving several scholarship awards. Ava plans to attend the University of Northern Iowa to major in business. She is so excited to join the staff and teach future dancers with the first ever season of Aspire Dance!

Instructor

Lily grew up in Cedar Falls and started dancing at age 2. She danced competitively for 10 years and has gained experience by working with many teachers as well as attending classes and conventions in places across Iowa, Minneapolis, and in Dallas. She also has several years of dance teaching experience with many ages and styles. Lily will be attending the University of Northern Iowa to study Elementary Education. She is so excited to be a part of this first season and teach the future Aspire dancers!