MISS ABIGAIL
INSTRUCTOR BALLET 1, BALLET 4 Miss Abigail began dancing at the age of three in Abingdon, VA, and began her training as a pre-professional with the Highlands Ballet Company at 13. She performed in featured roles at the Paramount Theatre in Bristol in productions such as The Nutcracker, A Christmas Carol, A Midsummer Night's Dream, and Beauty and the Beast. Abigail attended several summer intensives at Nutmeg Conservatory in Connecticut, the American Ballet Theatre in Detroit, MI, and the Montgomery Ballet in Alabama. Abigail also starred in Little Women and Sweet Charity through the Virginia Interment College theatre department in Bristol, VA. She graduated from Radford University in 2015 with a bachelors in psychology, and currently works in community mental health, helping individuals with special needs. Ms. Abigail worked as the ballet instructor at Derek Wagner Dancer Center in Radford, VA from 2018 to 2023. During this time, she won 4 choreography awards at national competitions and choreographed and directed the studio premiere of the Nutcracker. She is currently a company member of Olina Dance Collective. Ms. Abigail is so excited to join the faculty of Grace Studio of Motion & Dance! She's passionate about helping students find their love of ballet in a body-positive environment, focusing not only on technique and artistry, but also mental health and joy! |
MISS HANNAH
INSTRUCTOR PRE-K BALLET My name is Hannah. I am 14 years old. I'm a freshman in high school this year and have homeschooled my whole life. I joined GSMD in 2019, however, I've been dancing since I was four years old. Although I was trained in classical ballet at Highlands Ballet most of my life, GSMD has helped broaden my range of dance styles. I take Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, and Technique. I've also had the privilege of being a part of the Competition Team! It has been an amazing opportunity and one I look forward to continuing. My hobbies include creating art, reading, and dancing, of course! I am so excited to start teaching at GSMD! I hope to share my love of dance with every dancer I teach! |
MISS SADIE
INSTRUCTOR JAZZ 1 I have been dancing with GSMD since 2013. I study Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, and Technique. Since I was little I’ve always dreamed of becoming a dance teacher. In 2021, I started assisting in several classes. This dream is finally coming true and I couldn’t be more excited to teach the knowledge and joy of dance. |
MISS LAKLYNN
INSTRUCTOR BALLET 1 My name is Laklynn and I am 15 years old. I am homeschooled and I will be a sophomore this coming school year. I enjoy taking Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, and Technique. I've been dancing with GSMD for about 9 years. I love helping out with the younger kids in their classes. In my free time I enjoy painting, going on walks, and baking. I am greatful to be dancing and helping with such a wonderful dance company! |
MISS ERIN
INSTRUCTOR TINY TOT, PRE-K JAZZ I am a sophomore at Abingdon High School, and I have been dancing since I was 6. Highlands was my first dance studio, but in 2018 I switched to GSMD. This studio has been like a second home to me, and I always have the best laughs here. I began studying ballet and jazz when I first started dancing but quickly grew a love for modern and hip hop. When I’m not at the studio, I babysit, ride and care for horses, and spend time on the lake with my family and friends. I love spending time with kids and setting a good example for them. I was overwhelmed with excitement when Mrs. April told me I could start training to be a dance teacher. I am thrilled to meet and have so much fun with all of the kids! |