DIRECTOR

Ben has been dancing and competing for 13 years. After watching a group perform when he was 6 years old, he knew that he wanted to learn to dance. Because of his fear of cooties it wasn’t until his mom signed him up for a class out of the blue that he finally jumped in.

After 10 years of teaching Ben’s greatest desire is to see his students learn proper technique, and support one another to achieve great heights.

He enjoys competing and performing, engaging with his audience no matter where he performs. Ben’s dance experience has led him to meet and connect with people and cultures around the world, opening a new world of discovery and adventure that he wants to share with his students.

INSTRUCTOR

Mikayla grew up dancing but it wasn’t until she was 12 that she discovered ballroom and became completely captivated by its elegance and precision. Since then, she has dedicated over six years to mastering a variety of ballroom styles, from Latin to Standard. After high school, she spent two years coaching dancers, guiding them through their own journeys of growth and passion.

Now while pursuing a bachelor’s degree in special education and elementary education, Mikayla is committed to creating an inclusive and encouraging atmosphere for dancers of all abilities. Her teaching style focuses on building confidence, discipline, and creativity while ensuring each lesson is enjoyable.

Eager to bring ballroom back to the valley, Mikayla hopes to cultivate a thriving local dance community where dancers of all ages can grow both on and off the floor.