Our Instructors
At GADA, your child will learn from experienced and caring instructors with dance degrees, professional performance backgrounds, and years of teaching expertise. Every teacher follows our carefully designed curriculum that's updated annually to meet students' needs.
Alyssa Carter
Heartsong Director, Jazz DirectorA GADA alum and speech-language pathologist, Ms. Alyssa pairs child-development know-how with years on stage. Expect inclusive classes and lots of encouragement.
Kate Kozacek
Littles DirectorMs. Kate specializes in our 6-and-under program. Think playful structure, big imaginations, and tiny tap sounds. A former competitive dancer from Chicagoland, she's Twinkle Star–trained and loves helping little ones build confidence.
Ariana Wheeless
Tap DirectorA proud GADA alum, Ms. Ariana returns with deep tap training, drill-team leadership experience, and a contagious love of rhythm.
Samantha Simpson
Hip-Hop DirectorA Star Quest national title winner and former captain of EIU's Pink Panthers, Ms. Samantha guides GADA's hip-hop program with industry-level standards and a huge smile.
Mackenzie Jones
Instructor, Musical Storytellers DirectorMs. Mackenzie grew up at GADA and earned her BS in Dance Pedagogy from Oklahoma City University. She performed with the American Spirit Dance Company and brings stage-savvy, kind coaching.
Taylorann Evans
InstructorA principal dancer with Idaho Dance Theatre and co-director of FUSE Dance Collaboration, Ms. Taylorann blends artistry, athleticism, and heart in her contemporary classes.
Faith Davis
InstructorMs. Faith trained at Houston Ballet Academy, City Ballet of Houston, and Kinder HSPVA before earning her BFA in Dance from UT Austin. She brings clear classical technique and kindness to every barre.
Kayla Kuhajda
InstructorWith 20+ years of training and a BFA in Dance from UTEP, Ms. Kayla blends strong technique with big-picture purpose. Expect thoughtful choreography and upbeat classes.
Alexzandria Turley
Instructor, Heartsong Assistant DirectorMs. Alex is a performer and choreographer with a BFA from Texas State. She's toured with the Chicago Honey Bear Dancers and brings big-stage sparkle to kid-friendly classes.
Dahee Lee
Ballet InstructorMs. Dahee trained with Marina Almayeva before joining Texas Ballet Theater's Professional Division. She has placed at top competitions like YAGP, UBC, and WBAC.
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