Dance Studio and Dance Classes in Marietta, GA. 2000 Powers Ferry Road SE STE. 2202 Marietta, GA 30067
STAFF
Ashia Carpenter- Director
Ashia Carpenter found her love for dance and gymnastics at just 3 years old. She has traveled the country training and competing in national dance and gymnastics competitions while training competitively at Action Gymnastics, DC Dance Factory and Nashville School of the Arts. She moved to Chattanooga, TN in 2009 for college at UTC where she danced on their dance team for 4 years while teaching gymnastics. There she obtained her bachelor’s degree in Child and Family Studies while minoring in Entrepreneurship. She graduated in 2013 and decided to pursue her graduate degree from Tennessee Technological University. She graduated from TTU in 2014 with her Master’s in Business Administration with a Human Resource Management Concentration. That very month she established Divine Dance Studio in Chattanooga, TN. In 2019 she relocated her studio to Marietta, GA. Ashia has a passion for teaching dance and gymnastics and finds the greatest joy in having a positive influence on the lives of young people
Staff
Alana Caston
Alana Caston is from Myrtle Beach, SC where she has studied dance since the tender age of 4 with Myrtle Beach Dance Company. Alana is well versed in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Modern/Contemporary, Musical Theatre, Commercial Dance, Jazz Funk, Latin, Ballroom, etc. Over the years, she has discovered a passion for choreographing and teaching the art of dance. Currently living in Atlanta Georgia, she is now pursuing a professional dancer career as a commercial dancer, as well as a NBA dancer with the Atlanta Hawks Dance Team. Visit www.alanacaston.com for socials, reels, choreography, etc. <3
Ameen Price-Burnett
Ameen Price-Burnett is a professional performer based in the Atlanta area. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Musical Theatre and Dance from The University of Alabama. His credits include working for Norwegian Cruise Lines as a production cast dancer from 2016-2019, being a 2015 Young Choreographer for the Young Choreographer's Festival in New York City at Symphony Space, and a scholarship alumnus of the prestigious Summer Professional Semester at Broadway Dance Center. Roll Tide and let's dance together! that anything is possible through passion, hard work, and a positive mindset.
Caitlyn Hall
Caitlyn Hall was born and raised in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. She began dancing at the age of 4, training in Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Tap, Hip-Hop, Modern techniques, and Contemporary Ballet. She attended The Academy of Ballet & Jazz, The Dance Centre, and Alabama Ballet. Throughout her life and love for dance she has won numerous scholarships at dance conventions and has worked with several choreographers such as, Nick Lazzarini, Jason Parsons, Chantel Aguirre, Jaci Royal, Kavin Grant, James R. Atkinson, and Jamorris Rivers. She continued her love and passion for dance at SUNY Purchase as a dance major and The University of Alabama, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Dance. Caitlyn is excited to share her passion and love for dance with her students! d
Christiana McLeod Horn
Christiana “Chrissy” McLeod Horn is a movement artist and archivist in the Atlanta, GA area. Originally from Augusta, GA, McLeod Horn centers her work around embodied memory through the lens of afrofuturism. She actively engages with dance creation, creative direction, dance filmmaking, and pedagogy in the professional realm following her matriculation at Spelman College, which resulted in a Bachelors’ in Dance Performance and Choreography. McLeod Horn has toured nationwide training in contemporary modern dance forms, and procured much of her formal dance training under the tutelage of former Garth Fagan principal dancer, Sharon Skepple Mayfield. She holds experience in studying and teaching ballet, tap, jazz, West African, hip-hop, liturgical and step dance forms.
Christina Elia
Christina Elia began her training in Cecchetti and Vaganova technique at a young age through Suwanee Youth Ballet. Christina began her professional career as an Atlanta Hawks Cheerleader from 2014-2016 and was chosen to represent the NBA in Taiwan in 2015. She spent three seasons training and performing as a company member for Atlanta Dance Collective, and she currently serves as co-captain in her second season with the College Park Skyhawks. Christina can’t wait to see how a foundation in ballet technique can help you accomplish your dance and fitness goals!
Emily Allred
Born and raised in Maryland, Emily Allred began her dance training at a very young age. Training in modern, contemporary, ballet, pointe, tap, jazz, hip hop, improvisation, and choreography and composition, Emily soon realized she wanted to dedicate her life to dance. To continue her training and education she went to Virginia Commonwealth University where she received her BFA in Dance Performance and Choreography.
During her time at VCU, she had the opportunity to perform in many works set by her peers for film as well as for the stage. She had the opportunity to perform in faculty works set by: Eric Rivera, Scott Putman, and Judy Steel. Emily was also excited to be selected to perform in guest artist Helen Simoneaus piece that was set on just a few of the VCU dancers.In 2018, her school hosted the American College Dance Association Mid- Atlantic South Conference, in which Emily had the opportunity to work behind the scenes to make the conference happen. Emily was also invited to perform a tap piece in an art gallery for RVA On Display in 2017. Her more recent performance opportunity was as a dance extra in a music video for Australian artist, Yanni Burton.
Emily wishes to continue chasing her dreams as a performer as well as teaching the next generations of dancers. She is excited to share her knowledge and passion with other artists!
Flynn Wallace
Flynn lives by the motto of “Be Curious, Not Judgmental”. Flynn Wallace began dancing at two years old and immediately fostered a love for ballet. She has trained with the Atlanta Ballet, British Academy of Performing Arts, and The Georgia Ballet. She has also attended multiple summer internships with the American Ballet Theater, and Joffrey. Flynn has been trained in Ballet, Modern, Contemporary, Jazz, and Musical Theater. Her love of dance has quickly evolved into helping young people achieve their goals and become passionate people through dance.
Haley Schmitt
Haley Schmitt began dancing at age 8 in Savannah, GA. She has trained year-round at The Orlando Ballet School under the direction of Dierdre Burger, followed by a two year Traineeship at Philadelphia Ballet(formerly Pennsylvania Ballet). She is a graduate of the Alonzo King Lines BFA Program with a BFA in Dance and a Minor in English, Emphasis on Creative Writing.Additionally, she has trained at many summer intensives including Miami City Ballet, Ballet Chicago, Sacramento Ballet, etc. Her favorite roles have been Waltz Girl in George Balanchine’s Serenade, Five Girls in George Balanchine’s Who Cares, and Colby Damon’s original solo work Ally.Haley is a current Company Member with The Georgia Ballet.
Iri Kim
Meet iri - she is an eclectic performance artist with a variety of modalities of expression in her arsenal. iri is classically trained in piano and dance, and holds a B.A. degree in fine arts painting from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. iri has trained in dance for over 20 years and has had the opportunity to teach, choreograph, and perform in a variety of styles and levels. iri is a 200 E-RYT, yacep certified yoga teacher with over 6 years of experience in teaching and developing her own yoga practice. Ashtanga yoga is her soul’s medicine, and her enchantment for fantasy reading and writing is her divine oasis. iri aspires to continue her lifelong mission to convey and dissect the mystical yet tangible human experience in infinitely iridescent ways..
Jasmine Lee
Jasmine Lee is a Maryland native who has over 25 years of dance training and experience. She trained under prestigious dance studios, companies, and teachers such as the Dance Theater of Harlem and the Joffrey Ballet School. Loving dance led Jasmine to attend Towson University receiving her BFA in dance performance and choreography.
While at Towson, Jasmine was on the Pom Squad for three years, held leadership positions, and competed at UDA College Nationals in 2015 and 2016. The Towson University Pom Squad helped Jasmine discover her passion for performing on the football field and basketball court.
Jasmine has auditioned and prepped with teams in the DMV area and was a member of the first ever Arena Football League dance team in Baltimore. For two years Jasmine danced for The Washington Wizards and relocated to Atlanta to dance for Hawks! During her three seasons with the Atlanta Hawks Jasmine founded Nxt Lvl Prep. Nxt lvl prep helps dancers at any level gain the tools and knowledge needed for sports entertainment auditions. Throughout the year hosting masterclasses and training programs specializing in the Pro Dance Style.
Kendall Alexander
Kendall Alexander was born in New York, and graduated from Slippery Rock University in 2020 with degrees in Dance and Psychology. Before she moved to Atlanta, Kendall traveled to India, Malaysian, and Thailand to teach workshops and choreograph. Kendall has also performed her choreographic work in numerous festivals including Koresh Dance Festival, ACDA Festival, MAD Festival 2020, Play Rick Research and much more! Additionally, she was a company member of the Adinkra Dance Project for 2 years. Presently, Kendall is working as a freelance dancer and choreographer around Atlanta with the intention of making new connections to expand her career along the way.
Kristen Louder
Passionate artist and explorer, Kristen has spent the past 20 years shaping her identity in the world of dance. A Florida native, she earned her BFA in Dance from the University of Florida, discovering her true calling as a dancer.From National Clogging Championships in her childhood to a focus on modern, jazz, hip hop, and contemporary practices, Kristen's journey as an artist has been a quest for self-discovery. During undergrad, she blossomed into a choreographer and dancer, creating a community space for her love of hip hop through dance films and workshops.Having recently relocated to Atlanta, Kristen continues to hone her skills in the dance industry, teaching youth and navigating her entrepreneurial path. She frequently travels to choreograph and teach, bringing her passion to different corners of the world. Beyond dance, she is a graphic designer, steering her business, KM Branding, to brand and market businesses. Kristen also launched the clothing brand I AM in 2021, aspiring to elevate it in the realm of dance and beyond.
Kyriea Crudup
Kyrieá “KC” Crudup is a versatile and talented dance instructor and administrative professional with an impressive background spanning over 15 years in teaching dance, cheerleading, and gymnastics.
She started her performing arts journey as a singer and musical theater performer. From there her love for tumbling propelled her into gymnastics and competitive cheer. She later transitioned to dance-based performances and has since been trained in various styles such as Modern, Ballet, Hip-hop, Contemporary/Lyrical, and African, as well as apparatus-based dance such as Artistic Pole and Lyra.
Kyrieá has a Master of Science in Biotechnology from Morehouse School of Medicine and is also a CPR/First Aid certified group fitness instructor. She is a strong advocate for diversity in both arts and sciences and finds joy in motivating others to gain confidence through movement in her classes!
Lashonda Johnson
Lashonda Johnson is a Performer and Choreographer who now resides in Atlanta, GA. She was born in Williamsport, PA and earned her BFA in Dance with a concentration in Performance and Choreography from Slippery Rock University in 2019. In her movement, Lashonda breaks the wall between the performers and the viewers, making it accessible for everyone involved to have an experience. Pulling from her love of studying others, Lashonda creates her movement from her own experiences as well as her peers, being sure to handle it with great empathy and care. During her time in Atlanta, Lashonda was a part of T Lang's 'Incubation Leaming Laboratory Residency Program directly following graduation, eventually presenting her evening length work Corners Kept At Bay. Following this Lashonda has continued to present work with companies and organizations in the Atlanta community such as Dance Canvas and Full Radius Dance. Lashonda has also presented her choreography in festivals and shows in Atlanta such as, FemmeFest, Fall in the Fourth, and Play.Risk. Research. In the future, Lashonda plans to continue choreographing and presenting work around the Atlanta area.
Mya Smith
I’m Mya Smith, and dance has been a central part of my life since I was three years old. Dancing in the genres of ballet, tap, jazz, hiphop, lyrical, contemporary, acrobatics, and improvisation. I started competing at the age of nine and continued until I was 15, constantly pushing myself to grow as a performer. At 16, I made the leap into professional dance. Training with Joffrey South, Jeremy Green, Jasmine Harper (So You Think You Can Dance), and shooting movies and music videos with Xcel Talent Agency and ThatGirlLaylay, which has been an incredibly rewarding journey. Around the same time, I also began working in child care settings. Balancing my love for dance with my passion for nurturing young minds has been a fulfilling experience, and I’m grateful for the opportunities I’ve had in both areas.
Raven Rowan
Born in Washington D.C., at the age of 6 Raven began her dance career by training in all styles of dance and gaining her expertise for the art. She was given the opportunity to showcase her skills by performing in major venues in the D.C., Maryland and Virginia areas such as The Lincoln Theater, FOX5 News, Cramton Auditorium and more. While enjoying the opportunity to perform many styles of dance, she grew favor for hip hop and began choreographing for herself and soon after once being noticed for her work, artists, dance companies, performances and more. Raven began teaching class as an instructor in 2019-Current.In 2023, she moved to Atlanta to further her professional career as an instructor and dancer. Her goal is to always provide a safe, informative and supportive environment for her students.