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WHO WE ARE
Dance Vision located in Johnston, Iowa, was founded in 2003 with the purpose of providing professional dance training for students of all ages and abilities in the Des Moines metro area.
Dance Vision is dedicated to the education of all dancers. Committed to providing the best dance education and experience by offering state of the art facilities and excellent staff.
Through our knowledge of dance and our desire to teach and help students succeed, we will inspire commitment to excellence. We strive to be the leader in dance education for our community. By providing the best training, facilities and experience our goal is to inspire our customers and future customers to strive for excellence. Our leadership and fiscal responsibility will allow us to continue to grow, provide support for dance in our community and assure an atmosphere that maximizes our staff and students’ highest potential.
Our Alumni Are Dancing Everywhere
At Dance Vision one of our strengths is training dancers for professional careers. Our Alumni have gone on to incredible careers in the entertainment industry.
Our Alumni
Dance Vision Dance Studio occupies a 12,000 sq. ft. facility located in Johnston, Iowa.
On-site amenities include:
- 5 state-of-the-art studios with professional sprung floors and air purifying systems
- Health food bar
- Workstations with electronic charging ports
- Lobby seating
- Closed circuit TV viewing area of all the studio rooms
- Viewing windows into all the rooms with one-way glass
- Water bottle filling station
+ So much more !
Working Here
Being a part of Dance Vision Dance Studio is being a part of something unique, because of our family-like atmosphere, and commitment to diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We are all different. Recognizing, respecting, and maximizing these differences provides Dance Vision Dance Studio a competitive advantage. The diversity of experiences, ideas, cultures, and beliefs drive us to achieve and create an environment of innovation, creativity, and commitment.
Dance Vision employees make a difference and affect each person that walks through the studio doors. It doesn’t matter if you teach a class or work behind the desk; you touch people’s lives and play an intricate part of the success of not only Dance Vision, but the dancers and their families as well.
If this environment is something you see yourself being a part of, email Brooke@dance-vision.com
Working Here
Our Staff
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Our Staff
Sabetha Mumm
Owner | Choreographer
Sabetha Mumm has been dancing for over 30 years. She has been choreographing and teaching for over 20 years. Her training includes 6 years at the Institute of Performing Arts in Topeka, KS, 5 years at the University of Iowa and a summer program on scholarship at the Joffery Ballet School in NYC. Her major performances include the 1992 World Jazz Dance Congress, the 1996 American College Dance Festival and 14 University of Iowa galas and concerts.
After obtaining her Bachelor of Arts degree with honors as a dance major at the University of Iowa, Sabetha moved to Des Moines. Since moving here she has been a “fliteline” dancer for the Iowa Barnstormers, choreographed for the Miss Teen of America Pageant system, coached the Iowa Gymnastics Training Center’s exhibition Team, and taught and choreographed for dance studios, high school show choirs, high school pom and dance teams and fitness pageant contestants.
In 2003 she followed her heart and took the big step of opening Dance Vision the dance studio. With both a competition studio and concert dance background Sabetha loves to give all her students training to be successful at both. Sabetha’s choreography continues to be awarded by some of the top competitions and dance professionals in the world. It is her unique and energetic style of choreography and her ability to train amazing technically proficient dancers that keep her classes full! Sabetha says, “the only dreams impossible to reach are the ones that you never pursue.”
Sabetha Mumm has been dancing for over 30 years. She has been choreographing and teaching for over 20 years. Her training includes 6 years at the Institute of Performing Arts in Topeka, KS, 5 years at the University of Iowa and a summer program on scholarship at the Joffery Ballet School in NYC. Her major performances include the 1992 World Jazz Dance Congress, the 1996 American College Dance Festival and 14 University of Iowa galas and concerts.
After obtaining her Bachelor of Arts degree with honors as a dance major at the University of Iowa, Sabetha moved to Des Moines. Since moving here she has been a “fliteline” dancer for the Iowa Barnstormers, choreographed for the Miss Teen of America Pageant system, coached the Iowa Gymnastics Training Center’s exhibition Team, and taught and choreographed for dance studios, high school show choirs, high school pom and dance teams and fitness pageant contestants.
In 2003 she followed her heart and took the big step of opening Dance Vision the dance studio. With both a competition studio and concert dance background Sabetha loves to give all her students training to be successful at both. Sabetha’s choreography continues to be awarded by some of the top competitions and dance professionals in the world. It is her unique and energetic style of choreography and her ability to train amazing technically proficient dancers that keep her classes full! Sabetha says, “the only dreams impossible to reach are the ones that you never pursue.”
Alissa Blad
Dance Instructor | Office Specialist
After Alissa graduated as a student from Dance Vision, she went to attend Point Park University. There she earned her BA in Dance with a concentration in Jazz. While at Point Park she performed in shows such as Balanchine's "Serenade" and worked with choreographers Emery LeCrone, Peter LeBreton Merz, and others. Right after graduation, she began working for Celebrity Cruises. 15 shows and 3 contracts later she has made her way back to Dance Vision!
After Alissa graduated as a student from Dance Vision, she went to attend Point Park University. There she earned her BA in Dance with a concentration in Jazz. While at Point Park she performed in shows such as Balanchine's "Serenade" and worked with choreographers Emery LeCrone, Peter LeBreton Merz, and others. Right after graduation, she began working for Celebrity Cruises. 15 shows and 3 contracts later she has made her way back to Dance Vision!
Jade Clark
Director | Dance Instructor
Jade Clark is an important member of the Dance Vision Family. She is the Studio Director of Dance Vision. If you have a question, Jade can find an answer! Not only is she an important member of the office staff, but she is also head of our Pre and Mini Competition Teams. Teaching at both a recreational and competitive level, Jade enjoys being in the classroom just as much as she does being behind the desk!
Jade Clark is an important member of the Dance Vision Family. She is the Studio Director of Dance Vision. If you have a question, Jade can find an answer! Not only is she an important member of the office staff, but she is also head of our Pre and Mini Competition Teams. Teaching at both a recreational and competitive level, Jade enjoys being in the classroom just as much as she does being behind the desk!
Holly Cottrell
Business Manager
As a Dance Vision parent for over 14 years, Holly brings a parent perspective to the office. Holly joined DV in 2018 as a Business Manager, leveraging both her ISU accounting degree and over 10 years experience as a retail business owner.
She is married with 3 children and loves to travel. Her favorite place to be is relaxing on a beach with a great book!
As a Dance Vision parent for over 14 years, Holly brings a parent perspective to the office. Holly joined DV in 2018 as a Business Manager, leveraging both her ISU accounting degree and over 10 years experience as a retail business owner.
She is married with 3 children and loves to travel. Her favorite place to be is relaxing on a beach with a great book!
Kristin Tack
Competition Director | Office Specialist
Kristin comes to us as a Competition Director having spent years at the studio as an active dance mom, supporter and enthusiast. Kristin is mom to former Dance Vision dancer and now instructor Ally. Having recently retired from teaching 6th grade at Summit Middle School, she brings her considerable organizational talent to support our competition program. As she appreciated the endless support she had as a dance mom, Kristin is excited to support the dancers and their biggest fans.
Kristin comes to us as a Competition Director having spent years at the studio as an active dance mom, supporter and enthusiast. Kristin is mom to former Dance Vision dancer and now instructor Ally. Having recently retired from teaching 6th grade at Summit Middle School, she brings her considerable organizational talent to support our competition program. As she appreciated the endless support she had as a dance mom, Kristin is excited to support the dancers and their biggest fans.
Brooke Maine
Co-General Manager
Brooke’s love of dance started at a young age. She was a competitive dancer for 15 years throughout her childhood, as well as dancing in The Nutcracker in Ames and for many community events. Her team competed in all styles of dance and attended many regional and national competitions and conventions. After high school, Brooke attended Iowa State University and was a member of the ISU Cheer Squad for two years. She graduated with degrees in Biology and Secondary Education and taught high school science in the metro area and coached the school's cheer squads for 5 years. Brooke is married and has three children, two of which are members of the Dance Vision competition team. She is very excited to be dancing again and teaching at Dance Vision and looks forward to working with dancers of all ages.
Brooke@dance-vision.com
Brooke’s love of dance started at a young age. She was a competitive dancer for 15 years throughout her childhood, as well as dancing in The Nutcracker in Ames and for many community events. Her team competed in all styles of dance and attended many regional and national competitions and conventions. After high school, Brooke attended Iowa State University and was a member of the ISU Cheer Squad for two years. She graduated with degrees in Biology and Secondary Education and taught high school science in the metro area and coached the school's cheer squads for 5 years. Brooke is married and has three children, two of which are members of the Dance Vision competition team. She is very excited to be dancing again and teaching at Dance Vision and looks forward to working with dancers of all ages.
Brooke@dance-vision.com
Nicole Campbell
Co- General Manager
Dance has been a part of Nicole’s life for as long as she can remember, and she is grateful to now be able to share that passion with the Dance Vision community. After more than 10 years at Dance Vision, she loves being part of a studio that feels like family and helping create a positive experience for dancers and their families.
Nicole began dancing and tumbling at just four years old and went on to become a competitive dancer before continuing her dance journey as a member of the Iowa State Dance Team. Her experiences as a dancer have given her a genuine appreciation for the hard work, dedication, friendships, and joy that come with being part of a dance studio.
A graduate of Iowa State University, Nicole holds a business degree with an emphasis in Marketing and Finance. She enjoys combining her business background with her love of dance to help support the studio, its staff, dancers, and families.
Outside of the studio, Nicole loves spending time with her family and traveling. She especially enjoys making memories with the people she loves and exploring new places.
She feels incredibly fortunate to have spent so many years as part of the Dance Vision family and looks forward to continuing to support dancers as they grow, learn, and create memories of their own.
nicole@dance-vision.com
Dance has been a part of Nicole’s life for as long as she can remember, and she is grateful to now be able to share that passion with the Dance Vision community. After more than 10 years at Dance Vision, she loves being part of a studio that feels like family and helping create a positive experience for dancers and their families.
Nicole began dancing and tumbling at just four years old and went on to become a competitive dancer before continuing her dance journey as a member of the Iowa State Dance Team. Her experiences as a dancer have given her a genuine appreciation for the hard work, dedication, friendships, and joy that come with being part of a dance studio.
A graduate of Iowa State University, Nicole holds a business degree with an emphasis in Marketing and Finance. She enjoys combining her business background with her love of dance to help support the studio, its staff, dancers, and families.
Outside of the studio, Nicole loves spending time with her family and traveling. She especially enjoys making memories with the people she loves and exploring new places.
She feels incredibly fortunate to have spent so many years as part of the Dance Vision family and looks forward to continuing to support dancers as they grow, learn, and create memories of their own.
nicole@dance-vision.com
Sabetha Mumm
Founder & Instructor
Sabetha Mumm has been dancing for over 30 years. She has been choreographing and teaching for over 20 years. Her training includes 6 years at the Institute of Performing Arts in Topeka, KS, 5 years at the University of Iowa and a summer program on scholarship at the Joffery Ballet School in NYC. Her major performances include the 1992 World Jazz Dance Congress, the 1996 American College Dance Festival and 14 University of Iowa galas and concerts.
After obtaining her Bachelor of Arts degree with honors as a dance major at the University of Iowa, Sabetha moved to Des Moines. Since moving here she has been a “fliteline” dancer for the Iowa Barnstormers, choreographed for the Miss Teen of America Pageant system, coached the Iowa Gymnastics Training Center’s exhibition Team, and taught and choreographed for dance studios, high school show choirs, high school pom and dance teams and fitness pageant contestants.
In 2003 she followed her heart and took the big step of opening Dance Vision the dance studio. With both a competition studio and concert dance background Sabetha loves to give all her students training to be successful at both. Sabetha’s choreography continues to be awarded by some of the top competitions and dance professionals in the world. It is her unique and energetic style of choreography and her ability to train amazing technically proficient dancers that keep her classes full! Sabetha says, “the only dreams impossible to reach are the ones that you never pursue.”
Sabetha@dance-vision.com
Sabetha Mumm has been dancing for over 30 years. She has been choreographing and teaching for over 20 years. Her training includes 6 years at the Institute of Performing Arts in Topeka, KS, 5 years at the University of Iowa and a summer program on scholarship at the Joffery Ballet School in NYC. Her major performances include the 1992 World Jazz Dance Congress, the 1996 American College Dance Festival and 14 University of Iowa galas and concerts.
After obtaining her Bachelor of Arts degree with honors as a dance major at the University of Iowa, Sabetha moved to Des Moines. Since moving here she has been a “fliteline” dancer for the Iowa Barnstormers, choreographed for the Miss Teen of America Pageant system, coached the Iowa Gymnastics Training Center’s exhibition Team, and taught and choreographed for dance studios, high school show choirs, high school pom and dance teams and fitness pageant contestants.
In 2003 she followed her heart and took the big step of opening Dance Vision the dance studio. With both a competition studio and concert dance background Sabetha loves to give all her students training to be successful at both. Sabetha’s choreography continues to be awarded by some of the top competitions and dance professionals in the world. It is her unique and energetic style of choreography and her ability to train amazing technically proficient dancers that keep her classes full! Sabetha says, “the only dreams impossible to reach are the ones that you never pursue.”
Sabetha@dance-vision.com
Sydney Landers
Office Specialist
Sydney has been dancing since the age of two and began competing at just four years old. Growing up in Utah’s vibrant dance community, she trained extensively, attended hundreds of dance conventions, and had the opportunity to perform and travel to Los Angeles, New York, and Las Vegas.
Hip hop has always been Sydney’s favorite style, and she loves sharing that passion with her students. She also has a strong love for tumbling and enjoys helping dancers build confidence, challenge themselves, and celebrate their progress. During her four years at Alta High School, Sydney was a member of Alta Dance Company, where she served in leadership roles as Historian and Secretary, further developing her love for teamwork, leadership, and the dance community.
Now in her third year of teaching, Sydney’s goal is to create a positive and encouraging environment where dancers can grow, build confidence, and develop the same love for dance that has shaped her own journey. She loves watching students reach new milestones and seeing their skills, passion, and confidence flourish both inside and outside the studio.
Outside of teaching, Sydney enjoys connecting with families and students through her office staff role. This experience has strengthened her communication, organization, and customer service skills while allowing her to be a supportive and dependable part of the studio team. Sydney is grateful for the opportunity to help create a welcoming environment where dancers and families feel valued and inspired.
Sydney@dance-vision.com
Sydney has been dancing since the age of two and began competing at just four years old. Growing up in Utah’s vibrant dance community, she trained extensively, attended hundreds of dance conventions, and had the opportunity to perform and travel to Los Angeles, New York, and Las Vegas.
Hip hop has always been Sydney’s favorite style, and she loves sharing that passion with her students. She also has a strong love for tumbling and enjoys helping dancers build confidence, challenge themselves, and celebrate their progress. During her four years at Alta High School, Sydney was a member of Alta Dance Company, where she served in leadership roles as Historian and Secretary, further developing her love for teamwork, leadership, and the dance community.
Now in her third year of teaching, Sydney’s goal is to create a positive and encouraging environment where dancers can grow, build confidence, and develop the same love for dance that has shaped her own journey. She loves watching students reach new milestones and seeing their skills, passion, and confidence flourish both inside and outside the studio.
Outside of teaching, Sydney enjoys connecting with families and students through her office staff role. This experience has strengthened her communication, organization, and customer service skills while allowing her to be a supportive and dependable part of the studio team. Sydney is grateful for the opportunity to help create a welcoming environment where dancers and families feel valued and inspired.
Sydney@dance-vision.com
Jess Allen
Marketing, Events and Studio Coordinator
Jess Allen began dancing at the age of three in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, where she studied classical ballet at K’dance Studios through high school. Throughout her years of training, she also participated in cheerleading, liturgical dance, and several musical theater productions. She continued her dance education during her freshman year at Winona State University on a dance scholarship. Jess taught classical ballet at a Des Moines-area studio from 2010–2012 before joining the Dance Vision team. Now entering her fifth season with Dance Vision, Jess has transitioned into the role of Marketing, Events & Studio Coordinator, where she combines her passion for dance with her love of creativity, organization, and community. She enjoys helping bring Dance Vision’s programs, events, and experiences to life and is excited to continue growing with the Dance Vision family. Outside of Dance Vision, Jess is a busy mom of five!
jess@dance-vision.com
Jess Allen began dancing at the age of three in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, where she studied classical ballet at K’dance Studios through high school. Throughout her years of training, she also participated in cheerleading, liturgical dance, and several musical theater productions. She continued her dance education during her freshman year at Winona State University on a dance scholarship. Jess taught classical ballet at a Des Moines-area studio from 2010–2012 before joining the Dance Vision team. Now entering her fifth season with Dance Vision, Jess has transitioned into the role of Marketing, Events & Studio Coordinator, where she combines her passion for dance with her love of creativity, organization, and community. She enjoys helping bring Dance Vision’s programs, events, and experiences to life and is excited to continue growing with the Dance Vision family. Outside of Dance Vision, Jess is a busy mom of five!
jess@dance-vision.com
Ashley
Dance Instructor
Ashley teaches a variety of ages and styles at both recreational and competitive levels loves them all! She participated in studio dance, high school dance team, and collegiate dance team. As the owner of Mark’s Dancewear and teaching at Dance Vision in the evenings, it is safe to say Ashley loves dance. With her positive energy and creative ideas, she looks forward to another great year!
ashley@dance-vision.com
Ashley teaches a variety of ages and styles at both recreational and competitive levels loves them all! She participated in studio dance, high school dance team, and collegiate dance team. As the owner of Mark’s Dancewear and teaching at Dance Vision in the evenings, it is safe to say Ashley loves dance. With her positive energy and creative ideas, she looks forward to another great year!
ashley@dance-vision.com
Cameron
Dance Instructor
Cameron Miller is a Kansas City native and Company Artist with Ballet Des Moines. He began his ballet training at the age of ten at Classical Ballet School in Kansas City before continuing his training at the Kansas City Ballet School, where he studied until graduating from high school in 2014. During this time, he performed with the Kansas City Youth Ballet, appearing in productions including Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty, Les Sylphides, Napoli, Cinderella, Don Quixote, and The Nutcracker. Notable roles included Prince Désiré in Sleeping Beauty, Prince Siegfried in Swan Lake, and the Pas de Trois in Swan Lake. Following high school, Cameron earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performance and Choreography with dual emphases in ballet and modern dance from the University of Missouri–Kansas City. There, he trained under Paula Weber, David Justin, Gary Abbott, Mary Pat Henry, DeeAnna Hiett, and Sabrina Madison-Cannon. During his collegiate career, he performed original works by faculty members as well as choreography by George Balanchine, Gregory Dawson, Winston Brown, and Philip Jerry. Highlights include the Sylvia Pas de Deux, the White Swan Pas de Deux, and a contemporary pas de deux selected for an international choreographic showcase presented throughout Guatemala, the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, and ArtsKC. Upon graduating in 2018, Cameron joined American Midwest Ballet (formerly Ballet Nebraska) in Omaha, where he performed both principal and soloist roles in classical and contemporary repertoire. Career highlights include Frank Chaves' At Last and Habaneras: The Music of Cuba, Harrison McEldowney's Group Therapy, Mariana Oliveira's Death and a Maiden, Ann Reinking's In the Style of Bob Fosse, and numerous works by Erika Overturff. Cameron joined Ballet Des Moines in 2023 and has since performed a wide range of principal, soloist, and featured roles in both classical and contemporary repertoire. Highlights include Christopher Wheeldon's The American Pas de Deux; Mercutio in Tom Mattingly's Romeo & Juliet; Theseus and Lysander in Peter Anastos' A Midsummer Night's Dream; the Don Quixote Pas de Deux; the Winter Principal in Tom Mattingly's The Four Seasons; Dr. Jekyll in Jekyll & Hyde; Prince Siegfried in the Black Swan Pas de Deux; Cavalier, Snow King, Chinese, and Arabian in Tom Mattingly's The Nutcracker; Jennifer Archibald's DUTY and Hollow; Ugly Stepsister Maxxie in Cinderella; Ma Cong's Information; Tom Mattingly's Rhapsody, Salem, Flight, and Of Gravity and Light; Stephanie Martinez's Kiss in collaboration with PARA.MAR Dance Theatre and Kiss Des Moines; and works by Mariana Oliveira, Serkan Usta, and Noah Klark. In addition to performing, Cameron is an emerging choreographer whose work has been presented by the Kansas City Youth Ballet and the Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP). In 2025, he won Ballet Des Moines' Choreographic Workshop, earning the opportunity to create his first work for the company. His debut work, bound, premiered as part of Ballet Des Moines' 2026 triple bill. Cameron looks forward to continuing to develop new work alongside his performing career.
Cameron@dance-vision.com
Cameron Miller is a Kansas City native and Company Artist with Ballet Des Moines. He began his ballet training at the age of ten at Classical Ballet School in Kansas City before continuing his training at the Kansas City Ballet School, where he studied until graduating from high school in 2014. During this time, he performed with the Kansas City Youth Ballet, appearing in productions including Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty, Les Sylphides, Napoli, Cinderella, Don Quixote, and The Nutcracker. Notable roles included Prince Désiré in Sleeping Beauty, Prince Siegfried in Swan Lake, and the Pas de Trois in Swan Lake. Following high school, Cameron earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performance and Choreography with dual emphases in ballet and modern dance from the University of Missouri–Kansas City. There, he trained under Paula Weber, David Justin, Gary Abbott, Mary Pat Henry, DeeAnna Hiett, and Sabrina Madison-Cannon. During his collegiate career, he performed original works by faculty members as well as choreography by George Balanchine, Gregory Dawson, Winston Brown, and Philip Jerry. Highlights include the Sylvia Pas de Deux, the White Swan Pas de Deux, and a contemporary pas de deux selected for an international choreographic showcase presented throughout Guatemala, the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, and ArtsKC. Upon graduating in 2018, Cameron joined American Midwest Ballet (formerly Ballet Nebraska) in Omaha, where he performed both principal and soloist roles in classical and contemporary repertoire. Career highlights include Frank Chaves' At Last and Habaneras: The Music of Cuba, Harrison McEldowney's Group Therapy, Mariana Oliveira's Death and a Maiden, Ann Reinking's In the Style of Bob Fosse, and numerous works by Erika Overturff. Cameron joined Ballet Des Moines in 2023 and has since performed a wide range of principal, soloist, and featured roles in both classical and contemporary repertoire. Highlights include Christopher Wheeldon's The American Pas de Deux; Mercutio in Tom Mattingly's Romeo & Juliet; Theseus and Lysander in Peter Anastos' A Midsummer Night's Dream; the Don Quixote Pas de Deux; the Winter Principal in Tom Mattingly's The Four Seasons; Dr. Jekyll in Jekyll & Hyde; Prince Siegfried in the Black Swan Pas de Deux; Cavalier, Snow King, Chinese, and Arabian in Tom Mattingly's The Nutcracker; Jennifer Archibald's DUTY and Hollow; Ugly Stepsister Maxxie in Cinderella; Ma Cong's Information; Tom Mattingly's Rhapsody, Salem, Flight, and Of Gravity and Light; Stephanie Martinez's Kiss in collaboration with PARA.MAR Dance Theatre and Kiss Des Moines; and works by Mariana Oliveira, Serkan Usta, and Noah Klark. In addition to performing, Cameron is an emerging choreographer whose work has been presented by the Kansas City Youth Ballet and the Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP). In 2025, he won Ballet Des Moines' Choreographic Workshop, earning the opportunity to create his first work for the company. His debut work, bound, premiered as part of Ballet Des Moines' 2026 triple bill. Cameron looks forward to continuing to develop new work alongside his performing career.
Cameron@dance-vision.com
Evan
Dance & Tumbling Instructor
Evan Joseph is a dynamic and versatile dance instructor and internationally experienced choreographer with over six years of training dancers of all ages and skill levels. He specializes in hip-hop, jazz, contemporary, lyrical, Afrobeat, and tumbling, and is known for delivering high-energy, technique-driven classes that inspire both growth and artistic expression.
Throughout his career, Evan has taught at studios and organizations around the world, creating engaging choreography for showcases and performances while developing structured lesson plans tailored to a wide range of dancers. His teaching style emphasizes creativity, discipline, and confidence, helping students refine their technique, musicality, and stage presence.
In addition to his expertise in choreography and performance coaching, Evan brings strong leadership, communication, and classroom management skills to every class. Passionate about building community through dance, he is committed to creating a positive, motivating environment where every dancer feels empowered to reach their full potential.
Evan@dance-vision.com
Evan Joseph is a dynamic and versatile dance instructor and internationally experienced choreographer with over six years of training dancers of all ages and skill levels. He specializes in hip-hop, jazz, contemporary, lyrical, Afrobeat, and tumbling, and is known for delivering high-energy, technique-driven classes that inspire both growth and artistic expression.
Throughout his career, Evan has taught at studios and organizations around the world, creating engaging choreography for showcases and performances while developing structured lesson plans tailored to a wide range of dancers. His teaching style emphasizes creativity, discipline, and confidence, helping students refine their technique, musicality, and stage presence.
In addition to his expertise in choreography and performance coaching, Evan brings strong leadership, communication, and classroom management skills to every class. Passionate about building community through dance, he is committed to creating a positive, motivating environment where every dancer feels empowered to reach their full potential.
Evan@dance-vision.com
Destani
Dance Instructor
Destani was born and raised in Des Moines Iowa where she received her diplomas from Roosevelt High school and then Drake University. With a degree in psychology, she works as a Behavioral Interventionist and RBT at a local Autism Clinic. When she’s not working alongside the youth of this generation or raising her daughter Evelyn, she is striving to accomplish her own dreams. Destani has danced for Toni Braxton as a featured dancer in Kansas City, Jazze pha, Jabari Banks (the new Fresh Prince of Balair), and Mako Girls. She is the head choreographer for Black Women Walking, a traveling theatre Production across the states. Destani’s can be seen on S2E6 of the hit Amazon Prime series THEM, A Southern Haunting on STARZ, as a voice actor for Iowa and Nebraska first Black comic book publisher, Sensiil Studios as well as many local and regional commercials here in the Midwest. Destani creates her own opportunities through creative directing, choreography and training in special skills. Destani was hired by Burju Shoes, the number one heels brand for dancers, to direct and create their debut advertisement campaign visual for their Barbie themed heels. She continues to obtain and sharpen skills in fire performance, stunt and wire work, pole dance, and creature performance. With representation With Peak agency in West Des Moines, Iowa, Actors, etc. Limited in Omaha, Nebraska, The next Paige agency in Kansas City, Missouri, and SK model management in Clinton Iowa, she looks forward to continuing her teaching, dancing and acting career in larger markets as well as inspire others, no matter the ZIP Code or year you were born to never give up on your dreams.
Destani@dance-vision.com
Destani was born and raised in Des Moines Iowa where she received her diplomas from Roosevelt High school and then Drake University. With a degree in psychology, she works as a Behavioral Interventionist and RBT at a local Autism Clinic. When she’s not working alongside the youth of this generation or raising her daughter Evelyn, she is striving to accomplish her own dreams. Destani has danced for Toni Braxton as a featured dancer in Kansas City, Jazze pha, Jabari Banks (the new Fresh Prince of Balair), and Mako Girls. She is the head choreographer for Black Women Walking, a traveling theatre Production across the states. Destani’s can be seen on S2E6 of the hit Amazon Prime series THEM, A Southern Haunting on STARZ, as a voice actor for Iowa and Nebraska first Black comic book publisher, Sensiil Studios as well as many local and regional commercials here in the Midwest. Destani creates her own opportunities through creative directing, choreography and training in special skills. Destani was hired by Burju Shoes, the number one heels brand for dancers, to direct and create their debut advertisement campaign visual for their Barbie themed heels. She continues to obtain and sharpen skills in fire performance, stunt and wire work, pole dance, and creature performance. With representation With Peak agency in West Des Moines, Iowa, Actors, etc. Limited in Omaha, Nebraska, The next Paige agency in Kansas City, Missouri, and SK model management in Clinton Iowa, she looks forward to continuing her teaching, dancing and acting career in larger markets as well as inspire others, no matter the ZIP Code or year you were born to never give up on your dreams.
Destani@dance-vision.com
Ebony
Dance & Tumbling Instructor
Ebony grew up training in multiple genres of dance and gymnastics, competing at regional and national levels and earning numerous awards throughout her career. She continued to expand her training through conventions, workshops, and renowned studios, including Steps on Broadway. In college, she was a member of the Iowa State University Dance Team, where her passion for performance, teamwork, and athleticism continued to grow. She graduated from Iowa State University with a degree in Kinesiology and Health. Throughout her journey, Ebony has taught at dance studios, gymnastics gyms, high school dance teams, and through private instruction. She is passionate about helping dancers and tumblers develop strong technique, confidence, and a lifelong appreciation for the art of dance and the power of tumbling.Her passion for learning extends beyond the studio. Ebony earned two master’s degrees and works as a Legal Consultant in the healthcare industry. She credits the discipline, resilience, and work ethic developed through dance and gymnastics as the foundation for her personal and professional success. Although she now spends much of her time teaching, Ebony remains committed to her own growth as a dancer and tumbler. She continues to take classes as an adult and seeks opportunities to train with industry professionals, believing the best teachers are lifelong students who lead by example.
Ebony@dance-vision.com
Ebony grew up training in multiple genres of dance and gymnastics, competing at regional and national levels and earning numerous awards throughout her career. She continued to expand her training through conventions, workshops, and renowned studios, including Steps on Broadway. In college, she was a member of the Iowa State University Dance Team, where her passion for performance, teamwork, and athleticism continued to grow. She graduated from Iowa State University with a degree in Kinesiology and Health. Throughout her journey, Ebony has taught at dance studios, gymnastics gyms, high school dance teams, and through private instruction. She is passionate about helping dancers and tumblers develop strong technique, confidence, and a lifelong appreciation for the art of dance and the power of tumbling.Her passion for learning extends beyond the studio. Ebony earned two master’s degrees and works as a Legal Consultant in the healthcare industry. She credits the discipline, resilience, and work ethic developed through dance and gymnastics as the foundation for her personal and professional success. Although she now spends much of her time teaching, Ebony remains committed to her own growth as a dancer and tumbler. She continues to take classes as an adult and seeks opportunities to train with industry professionals, believing the best teachers are lifelong students who lead by example.
Ebony@dance-vision.com
Ellie
Dance Instructor
Born and raised in Rochester, NY, Ellie trained at the acclaimed Odasz Dance Theater. Throughout her early career, she earned top awards at national competitions, including YAGP and ADC|IBC, and had the honor of performing at the prestigious Nervi Festival in Genova, Italy. As a professional dancer, Ellie has performed with Texas Ballet Theater, Ballet Austin, and now Ballet Des Moines. With a deep passion for the art form, she believes that nothing replaces dedication and hard work in the pursuit of excellence.
Ellie@dance-vision.com
Born and raised in Rochester, NY, Ellie trained at the acclaimed Odasz Dance Theater. Throughout her early career, she earned top awards at national competitions, including YAGP and ADC|IBC, and had the honor of performing at the prestigious Nervi Festival in Genova, Italy. As a professional dancer, Ellie has performed with Texas Ballet Theater, Ballet Austin, and now Ballet Des Moines. With a deep passion for the art form, she believes that nothing replaces dedication and hard work in the pursuit of excellence.
Ellie@dance-vision.com
Emma
Dance Instructor
Emma Smigel was born and raised in Iowa, where her passion for dance began at a young age. After training extensively in a variety of styles throughout her competitive dance career and high school dance team experience, she earned recognition as a State Solo Champion before pursuing her dream of dancing professionally.
Following high school, Emma moved to Los Angeles to complete her training at The Space under the direction of Krista Miller. She went on to spend over five years working in the commercial dance industry, training with some of the industry's top choreographers while building a professional career that included music videos, live performances, commercial work, and backup dancing opportunities. These experiences helped shape her versatile performance style and provided valuable insight into the professional dance world.
Alongside her professional career, Emma continued teaching and mentoring dancers of all ages. With over a decade of teaching experience and more than seven years of choreography experience, she is dedicated to helping dancers grow not only technically, but also as confident, expressive performers.
Emma has spent years choreographing and training dancers throughout the Midwest, creating competitive and performance pieces for studios and teams of all levels. As a certified Pilates and Barre instructor, she is especially passionate about strength and conditioning, injury prevention, proper alignment, and helping dancers build healthy movement patterns that support longevity both in and beyond their dance careers. Her teaching style emphasizes strong technique, artistry, confidence, and performance quality while encouraging dancers to reach their full potential.
Emma is grateful for the opportunity to share her love of dance and is excited to inspire and support the next generation of dancers at Dance Vision.
Emma Smigel was born and raised in Iowa, where her passion for dance began at a young age. After training extensively in a variety of styles throughout her competitive dance career and high school dance team experience, she earned recognition as a State Solo Champion before pursuing her dream of dancing professionally.
Following high school, Emma moved to Los Angeles to complete her training at The Space under the direction of Krista Miller. She went on to spend over five years working in the commercial dance industry, training with some of the industry's top choreographers while building a professional career that included music videos, live performances, commercial work, and backup dancing opportunities. These experiences helped shape her versatile performance style and provided valuable insight into the professional dance world.
Alongside her professional career, Emma continued teaching and mentoring dancers of all ages. With over a decade of teaching experience and more than seven years of choreography experience, she is dedicated to helping dancers grow not only technically, but also as confident, expressive performers.
Emma has spent years choreographing and training dancers throughout the Midwest, creating competitive and performance pieces for studios and teams of all levels. As a certified Pilates and Barre instructor, she is especially passionate about strength and conditioning, injury prevention, proper alignment, and helping dancers build healthy movement patterns that support longevity both in and beyond their dance careers. Her teaching style emphasizes strong technique, artistry, confidence, and performance quality while encouraging dancers to reach their full potential.
Emma is grateful for the opportunity to share her love of dance and is excited to inspire and support the next generation of dancers at Dance Vision.
Evelyn
Dance Instructor
Evelyn Beard grew up in the beautiful mountains of West Virginia. She began dancing at age 3 with Morgantown Dance where she was introduced to ballet, jazz, and modern dance. Her early dance education was supplemented with workshops through the West Virginia Dance Festival where she was inspired by fellow West Virginian artists. At age 16, Evelyn accepted a traineeship with BalletMet in Columbus, Ohio where she completed her high school education online while training and performing full-time. Upon her high school graduation, Evelyn chose to pursue her BFA in Classical Ballet with a minor in Arts Entrepreneurship at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. While training at UNCSA, she performed a variety of classical ballets and original contemporary dance works including the roles of Russian demi-soloist in George Balanchine's Serenade, the Snow Queen in Ilya Kozadayev's The Nutcracker, and a soloist in EMOTE, an original contemporary piece by Abdur-Rahim Jackson. In summer of 2024, UNCSA and the Kenan Institute for the Arts provided Evelyn the opportunity to study abroad in Budapest, Hungary at the Hungarian Dance University. Alongside her dance education, Evelyn served as a class representative for the UNCSA School of Dance and is passionate about being an empowering mentor to younger dancers. Evelyn is a certified Pilates teacher, and she teaches ballet to students of all ages. Currently, she dances with Ballet Des Moines and is thrilled to continue teaching with Dance Vision.
Upon her high school graduation, Evelyn chose to pursue her BFA in Classical Ballet with a minor in Arts Entrepreneurship at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. While training at UNCSA, she performed a variety of classical ballets and original contemporary dance works including the roles of Russian demi-soloist in George Balanchine's Serenade, the Snow Queen in Ilya Kozadayev's The Nutcracker, and a soloist in EMOTE, an original contemporary piece by Abdur-Rahim Jackson. In summer of 2024, UNCSA and the Kenan Institute for the Arts provided Evelyn the opportunity to study abroad in Budapest, Hungary at the Hungarian Dance University.
Alongside her dance education, Evelyn served as a class representative for the UNCSA School of Dance and is passionate about being an empowering mentor to younger dancers. Evelyn is a certified Pilates teacher, and she teaches ballet to students of all ages. Having recently moved to Iowa to dance with Ballet Des Moines, Evelyn is thrilled to be joining the Dance Vision community as a teacher.
Evelyn@dance-vision.com
Evelyn Beard grew up in the beautiful mountains of West Virginia. She began dancing at age 3 with Morgantown Dance where she was introduced to ballet, jazz, and modern dance. Her early dance education was supplemented with workshops through the West Virginia Dance Festival where she was inspired by fellow West Virginian artists. At age 16, Evelyn accepted a traineeship with BalletMet in Columbus, Ohio where she completed her high school education online while training and performing full-time. Upon her high school graduation, Evelyn chose to pursue her BFA in Classical Ballet with a minor in Arts Entrepreneurship at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. While training at UNCSA, she performed a variety of classical ballets and original contemporary dance works including the roles of Russian demi-soloist in George Balanchine's Serenade, the Snow Queen in Ilya Kozadayev's The Nutcracker, and a soloist in EMOTE, an original contemporary piece by Abdur-Rahim Jackson. In summer of 2024, UNCSA and the Kenan Institute for the Arts provided Evelyn the opportunity to study abroad in Budapest, Hungary at the Hungarian Dance University. Alongside her dance education, Evelyn served as a class representative for the UNCSA School of Dance and is passionate about being an empowering mentor to younger dancers. Evelyn is a certified Pilates teacher, and she teaches ballet to students of all ages. Currently, she dances with Ballet Des Moines and is thrilled to continue teaching with Dance Vision.
Upon her high school graduation, Evelyn chose to pursue her BFA in Classical Ballet with a minor in Arts Entrepreneurship at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. While training at UNCSA, she performed a variety of classical ballets and original contemporary dance works including the roles of Russian demi-soloist in George Balanchine's Serenade, the Snow Queen in Ilya Kozadayev's The Nutcracker, and a soloist in EMOTE, an original contemporary piece by Abdur-Rahim Jackson. In summer of 2024, UNCSA and the Kenan Institute for the Arts provided Evelyn the opportunity to study abroad in Budapest, Hungary at the Hungarian Dance University.
Alongside her dance education, Evelyn served as a class representative for the UNCSA School of Dance and is passionate about being an empowering mentor to younger dancers. Evelyn is a certified Pilates teacher, and she teaches ballet to students of all ages. Having recently moved to Iowa to dance with Ballet Des Moines, Evelyn is thrilled to be joining the Dance Vision community as a teacher.
Evelyn@dance-vision.com
Gracie
Dance Instructor
Gracie has been dancing for 15 years, primarily training in the Des Moines area. Her passion for dance has taken her around the world, with training experiences in Los Angeles for World of Dance, New York, Chicago, Milwaukee, Minnesota, Kansas City, Japan, and Korea, where she trained for 10 months.
While hip hop is Gracie's primary style, she is a versatile dancer who enjoys exploring and training in a variety of styles. She discovered her true passion for dance during high school and is excited to share her love of movement and dance with the next generation of dancers. Gracie is thrilled to be part of the Dance Vision team and looks forward to inspiring, connecting with, and creating alongside our dancers!
Gracie@dance-vision.com
Gracie has been dancing for 15 years, primarily training in the Des Moines area. Her passion for dance has taken her around the world, with training experiences in Los Angeles for World of Dance, New York, Chicago, Milwaukee, Minnesota, Kansas City, Japan, and Korea, where she trained for 10 months.
While hip hop is Gracie's primary style, she is a versatile dancer who enjoys exploring and training in a variety of styles. She discovered her true passion for dance during high school and is excited to share her love of movement and dance with the next generation of dancers. Gracie is thrilled to be part of the Dance Vision team and looks forward to inspiring, connecting with, and creating alongside our dancers!
Gracie@dance-vision.com
Haylee
Dance Instructor
Haylee has been dancing since she was 4 years old and has trained in a variety of styles, including jazz, ballet, hip hop, lyrical, contemporary, jazz funk, tap, and more. Throughout her training, she has traveled across the country to attend dance conventions to continue growing as a dancer. Haylee graduated from Dance Vision in 2026. In addition to studio training, Haylee was a four year member of the Waukee Northwest Varsity Dance Team and served as Pom Captain during her senior year. In the fall of 2027, Haylee will attend the CLI Conservatory, where she will be part of the 10-month program created by Teddy Forance. She is excited to continue sharing her love for dance by inspiring, encouraging, and helping the next generation of dancers grow both on and off the dance floor.
Haylee@dance-vision.com
Haylee has been dancing since she was 4 years old and has trained in a variety of styles, including jazz, ballet, hip hop, lyrical, contemporary, jazz funk, tap, and more. Throughout her training, she has traveled across the country to attend dance conventions to continue growing as a dancer. Haylee graduated from Dance Vision in 2026. In addition to studio training, Haylee was a four year member of the Waukee Northwest Varsity Dance Team and served as Pom Captain during her senior year. In the fall of 2027, Haylee will attend the CLI Conservatory, where she will be part of the 10-month program created by Teddy Forance. She is excited to continue sharing her love for dance by inspiring, encouraging, and helping the next generation of dancers grow both on and off the dance floor.
Haylee@dance-vision.com
Jessica
Dance Instructor
Jessica discovered her love of dance as a teenager in Utah and has been teaching and sharing that passion throughout her entire adult life. While studying Health and Emergency Medical Services at the University of Utah, she continued her dance training and began teaching—a path that ultimately shaped her career. Over the years, Jessica has worked as an assistant choreographer for productions of The Nutcracker and for a Broadway Review, where she choreographed Newsies. She has served as assistant director for a charitable dance troupe, and performed with a professional dance company in Salt Lake City. Today, she is proud to be both an instructor at Dance Vision and the coach of the Woodward-Granger Dance Team.
In addition to dance, Jessica is a certified yoga instructor with specialized certifications in yoga for athletes. She also teaches yoga for children and chair yoga for seniors, believing that movement has the power to strengthen both the body and the mind at every age.
jessica@dance-vision.com
Jessica discovered her love of dance as a teenager in Utah and has been teaching and sharing that passion throughout her entire adult life. While studying Health and Emergency Medical Services at the University of Utah, she continued her dance training and began teaching—a path that ultimately shaped her career. Over the years, Jessica has worked as an assistant choreographer for productions of The Nutcracker and for a Broadway Review, where she choreographed Newsies. She has served as assistant director for a charitable dance troupe, and performed with a professional dance company in Salt Lake City. Today, she is proud to be both an instructor at Dance Vision and the coach of the Woodward-Granger Dance Team.
In addition to dance, Jessica is a certified yoga instructor with specialized certifications in yoga for athletes. She also teaches yoga for children and chair yoga for seniors, believing that movement has the power to strengthen both the body and the mind at every age.
jessica@dance-vision.com
Jordan
Dance Instructor
While Jordan Willis started his dance career later than others at the age of 16, he did not let that hold him back. He joined the Roosevelt High School Dance Team. During that time the team won multiple state titles for consecutive years. Upon graduation he moved to Los Angeles where he was featured in Glee, Shake It Up, and No Ordinary Family. Jordan has enjoyed exploring the art of choreography while teaching at Dance Vision.
jordan@dance-vision.com
While Jordan Willis started his dance career later than others at the age of 16, he did not let that hold him back. He joined the Roosevelt High School Dance Team. During that time the team won multiple state titles for consecutive years. Upon graduation he moved to Los Angeles where he was featured in Glee, Shake It Up, and No Ordinary Family. Jordan has enjoyed exploring the art of choreography while teaching at Dance Vision.
jordan@dance-vision.com
Lyndsey
Dance Instructor
Lyndsey is originally from the Omaha/Council Bluffs area and has always had a passion for dance, starting in local studios at a young age. After graduating from the University of Northern Iowa with a degree in Elementary Education and a minor in dance, she was a proud member of the Orchesis Dance Company. Upon completing her degree, she returned to Council Bluffs, where she spent five years as an assistant dance team coach and dance instructor at a local studio.
After marriage, she relocated to the Des Moines area, where she now works as a 2nd grade teacher and dance team coach for Perry High School. In addition, she is a part of the team at Mark’s Dancewear. Outside of work, she is a proud mother of two daughters, both of whom are active members of the competition dance team.
Lyndsey@dance-vision.com
Lyndsey is originally from the Omaha/Council Bluffs area and has always had a passion for dance, starting in local studios at a young age. After graduating from the University of Northern Iowa with a degree in Elementary Education and a minor in dance, she was a proud member of the Orchesis Dance Company. Upon completing her degree, she returned to Council Bluffs, where she spent five years as an assistant dance team coach and dance instructor at a local studio.
After marriage, she relocated to the Des Moines area, where she now works as a 2nd grade teacher and dance team coach for Perry High School. In addition, she is a part of the team at Mark’s Dancewear. Outside of work, she is a proud mother of two daughters, both of whom are active members of the competition dance team.
Lyndsey@dance-vision.com
Maggie
Dance Instructor
Maggie Weber brings a lifelong love of dance and a deep passion for teaching to Dance Vision. With 15 years of training in ballet, tap, jazz, and lyrical, along with seven years of pointe experience, Maggie grew up dancing in a small-town studio in Earlham, IA and performed on the West Central Valley drill team for four years. She continued to share her choreography with the drill team during college, where she earned her bachelor's degree in Public Relations from Northwest Missouri State University. After spending three years teaching preschool in South Korea, Maggie returned to Iowa to pursue her Masters of Science in Education at Drake University. She has spent the past 11 years teaching in the Des Moines area, including four years in 5th grade and seven years in 2nd grade. Maggie is thrilled to bring together her background in dance and education to inspire and nurture a love of movement in her students at Dance Vision.
Maggie@dance-vision.com
Maggie Weber brings a lifelong love of dance and a deep passion for teaching to Dance Vision. With 15 years of training in ballet, tap, jazz, and lyrical, along with seven years of pointe experience, Maggie grew up dancing in a small-town studio in Earlham, IA and performed on the West Central Valley drill team for four years. She continued to share her choreography with the drill team during college, where she earned her bachelor's degree in Public Relations from Northwest Missouri State University. After spending three years teaching preschool in South Korea, Maggie returned to Iowa to pursue her Masters of Science in Education at Drake University. She has spent the past 11 years teaching in the Des Moines area, including four years in 5th grade and seven years in 2nd grade. Maggie is thrilled to bring together her background in dance and education to inspire and nurture a love of movement in her students at Dance Vision.
Maggie@dance-vision.com
Marah
Dance Instructor
Marah Schmitz is from Johnston, Iowa, and grew up training at Dance Vision from 2006–2019. As a member of Dance Vision’s competition team, she developed a strong technical foundation in Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Lyrical, Contemporary, and Hip Hop. Throughout her training, she attended numerous competitions and conventions, expanding her knowledge in styles such as jazz funk, ballroom, and musical theatre. She has also had the opportunity to perform at Bubble Ball. During high school, Marah discovered her passion for teaching as a DV class assistant, an experience that naturally carried into her role as an instructor today. As a choreographer, Marah has received high point, choreography, and judges’ awards for her work. She is passionate about helping each dancer reach their full potential and believes the best dance education combines strong technical training with a positive and encouraging environment.
Marah@dance-vision.com
Marah Schmitz is from Johnston, Iowa, and grew up training at Dance Vision from 2006–2019. As a member of Dance Vision’s competition team, she developed a strong technical foundation in Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Lyrical, Contemporary, and Hip Hop. Throughout her training, she attended numerous competitions and conventions, expanding her knowledge in styles such as jazz funk, ballroom, and musical theatre. She has also had the opportunity to perform at Bubble Ball. During high school, Marah discovered her passion for teaching as a DV class assistant, an experience that naturally carried into her role as an instructor today. As a choreographer, Marah has received high point, choreography, and judges’ awards for her work. She is passionate about helping each dancer reach their full potential and believes the best dance education combines strong technical training with a positive and encouraging environment.
Marah@dance-vision.com
Megan
Dance Instructor
Megan has been a part of Dance Vision since it opened! After dancing competitively, Megan attended Oklahoma City University where she graduated Summa Cum Laude with a degree in Dance Performance. She continued her training in the Professional Semester at New York’s Broadway Dance Center and also trained with The Radio City Rockettes. Megan’s professional career spans 10 years. Megan was seen as a featured tap dancer in Amazon Prime’s The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Broadway’s 42nd Street National Tour, and Elf the Musical National Tour. Megan performed in dozens of Regional Theatre where she performed in the ensemble, featured roles, and understudied and performed leading roles. Some of her favorites are Crazy For You, Holiday Inn, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Cinderella, Singin in the Rain, 42nd Street, Oklahoma!, and The Will Rogers Follies. Megan lived, worked, and trained in New York City for many years, where she also taught dance and adjudicated for dance competitions. Megan is enjoying her next chapter in life working at a law firm and sharing her joy of musical theater and tap to the students of Dance Vision. Her choreography has been recognized at a variety of competitions, but it is her passion and positive energy that the students love most.
Megan@dance-vision.com
Megan has been a part of Dance Vision since it opened! After dancing competitively, Megan attended Oklahoma City University where she graduated Summa Cum Laude with a degree in Dance Performance. She continued her training in the Professional Semester at New York’s Broadway Dance Center and also trained with The Radio City Rockettes. Megan’s professional career spans 10 years. Megan was seen as a featured tap dancer in Amazon Prime’s The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Broadway’s 42nd Street National Tour, and Elf the Musical National Tour. Megan performed in dozens of Regional Theatre where she performed in the ensemble, featured roles, and understudied and performed leading roles. Some of her favorites are Crazy For You, Holiday Inn, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Cinderella, Singin in the Rain, 42nd Street, Oklahoma!, and The Will Rogers Follies. Megan lived, worked, and trained in New York City for many years, where she also taught dance and adjudicated for dance competitions. Megan is enjoying her next chapter in life working at a law firm and sharing her joy of musical theater and tap to the students of Dance Vision. Her choreography has been recognized at a variety of competitions, but it is her passion and positive energy that the students love most.
Megan@dance-vision.com
Megan
Cirque Esprit
Aerial & Acro Instructor
Megan Loreen is a multifaceted performer, instructor, and educator with a diverse background spanning aerial arts, dance, music, and performance. Her work as an aerialist, mermaid, dancer, actress, and musician brings a unique and creative perspective to both the stage and the classroom.
Since 2012, Megan has built an extensive performance career across aerial arts, fire performance, dance, and music. She is highly skilled in a wide range of apparatuses including lyra, silks, sling, trapeze, chains, cube, pole, and sway pole. Her performance background also includes ballet, pointe, modern dance, acro chair, and prop-based work.
As an instructor, Megan has taught workshops and private lessons across the country, specializing in lyra, sling, and choreography. She has also served as a judge for aerial competitions, including Aerial Star Competition and Aerialympics, and has worked as a choreographer, coach, and auxiliary judge for dance programs and marching bands. Megan holds a Bachelor of Music Education from the University of Northern Iowa, further strengthening her foundation as an educator.
Megan’s accomplishments include being named Miss Mermaid Iowa (2021–present) and competing in Miss Mermaid USA. She is also an accomplished competitor, earning All-Star titles in trapeze, lyra, and hammock at Aerialympics Nationals, as well as top placements in both pole and lyra competitions at the regional and national levels.
Passionate about performance and education, Megan is dedicated to inspiring students through creativity, technique, and a love for the art of movement.
Aerial & Acro Instructor
Megan Loreen is a multifaceted performer, instructor, and educator with a diverse background spanning aerial arts, dance, music, and performance. Her work as an aerialist, mermaid, dancer, actress, and musician brings a unique and creative perspective to both the stage and the classroom.
Since 2012, Megan has built an extensive performance career across aerial arts, fire performance, dance, and music. She is highly skilled in a wide range of apparatuses including lyra, silks, sling, trapeze, chains, cube, pole, and sway pole. Her performance background also includes ballet, pointe, modern dance, acro chair, and prop-based work.
As an instructor, Megan has taught workshops and private lessons across the country, specializing in lyra, sling, and choreography. She has also served as a judge for aerial competitions, including Aerial Star Competition and Aerialympics, and has worked as a choreographer, coach, and auxiliary judge for dance programs and marching bands. Megan holds a Bachelor of Music Education from the University of Northern Iowa, further strengthening her foundation as an educator.
Megan’s accomplishments include being named Miss Mermaid Iowa (2021–present) and competing in Miss Mermaid USA. She is also an accomplished competitor, earning All-Star titles in trapeze, lyra, and hammock at Aerialympics Nationals, as well as top placements in both pole and lyra competitions at the regional and national levels.
Passionate about performance and education, Megan is dedicated to inspiring students through creativity, technique, and a love for the art of movement.
Sam
Cirque Esprit
Aerial & Circus Instructor
Sam Rezz is a multi-specialty performer, and coach with years of experience across a wide range of disciplines. Having toured with one of the longest-standing traveling sideshows in the United States, Sam brings a rich background in live entertainment and immersive performance.
She has trained internationally, spending a summer studying abroad with Gravity Circus School, and has dedicated much of her career to both performing and mentoring students. This includes creating and coaching multiple award-winning competition routines for her students throughout the years.
In addition to performing, Sam has experience in production and creative direction, having created and hosted her own original show. She has also developed custom entertainment for major organizations and events, including the Omaha Symphony, Kansas City Renaissance Fair, Vala’s Pumpkin Patch, Kemin Industries, and Hartmann Studios.
After teaching with Iowa Circus Arts for six years, Sam co-founded Cirque Esprit with her business partner Megan, where she is looking forward to coaching another round of incredible athletes, performers, hobbyists, or whatever aerial will be to you!
Aerial & Circus Instructor
Sam Rezz is a multi-specialty performer, and coach with years of experience across a wide range of disciplines. Having toured with one of the longest-standing traveling sideshows in the United States, Sam brings a rich background in live entertainment and immersive performance.
She has trained internationally, spending a summer studying abroad with Gravity Circus School, and has dedicated much of her career to both performing and mentoring students. This includes creating and coaching multiple award-winning competition routines for her students throughout the years.
In addition to performing, Sam has experience in production and creative direction, having created and hosted her own original show. She has also developed custom entertainment for major organizations and events, including the Omaha Symphony, Kansas City Renaissance Fair, Vala’s Pumpkin Patch, Kemin Industries, and Hartmann Studios.
After teaching with Iowa Circus Arts for six years, Sam co-founded Cirque Esprit with her business partner Megan, where she is looking forward to coaching another round of incredible athletes, performers, hobbyists, or whatever aerial will be to you!
Tori
Dance Instructor
Tori has a passion for dance and a love for helping young dancers discover that same passion! She grew up dancing at Melinda’s School of Dance in Dakota City, Iowa, where she took a variety of dance classes and competed through high school. She was also a member of the Humboldt High School Dance Team, competing in both solo and team events. Tori discovered her love of teaching while serving as a class assistant throughout high school and later became a teacher at Melinda’s, where she taught for six years. She took a few years away from teaching to participate in the Disney College Program and earn her MBA from Northwest Missouri State University.Outside of Dance Vision, Tori works full-time as a Business Administrator and Human Resources Manager. She has been part of the Dance Vision family since 2023, and her favorite part of being at the studio is working with the children and being part of the reason they love to dance!
Tori@dance-vision.com
Tori has a passion for dance and a love for helping young dancers discover that same passion! She grew up dancing at Melinda’s School of Dance in Dakota City, Iowa, where she took a variety of dance classes and competed through high school. She was also a member of the Humboldt High School Dance Team, competing in both solo and team events. Tori discovered her love of teaching while serving as a class assistant throughout high school and later became a teacher at Melinda’s, where she taught for six years. She took a few years away from teaching to participate in the Disney College Program and earn her MBA from Northwest Missouri State University.Outside of Dance Vision, Tori works full-time as a Business Administrator and Human Resources Manager. She has been part of the Dance Vision family since 2023, and her favorite part of being at the studio is working with the children and being part of the reason they love to dance!
Tori@dance-vision.com
Trayton
Competition Director
Trayton Kaminski has been dancing since the age of 3 and graduated from Oklahoma City University with a Bachelor of Science in Dance Pedagogy. He discovered his love and passion for teaching dance during his time at college, and ever since then, he has been inspiring dancers of all ages to foster their love for dance and music. Originally from Omaha, NE, he grew up dancing at competitive dance studios with his siblings winning multiple national titles. His specialties include Tap, Musical Theater, and Jazz, while also having a strong foundation in all styles of dance! Trayton has spent most of his post-graduate career teaching and choreographing at dance studios in Nebraska, working as a backstage coordinator for dance competitions, guest teaching at in-studio conventions around the country, being a teacher’s assistant for an elementary school, and still finding time to perform. Some of his notable performance credits include Mary Poppins (Lyric Theater OKC), Guys and Dolls (Franklin Theatrical Fellowship, Nashville), and Home for The Holidays (Oklahoma City University). When not teaching, he loves to spend his time tap dancing, listening to new music, playing board games with friends, and trying new coffee shops! Trayton is thrilled to join the Dance Vision team!
Trayton Kaminski has been dancing since the age of 3 and graduated from Oklahoma City University with a Bachelor of Science in Dance Pedagogy. He discovered his love and passion for teaching dance during his time at college, and ever since then, he has been inspiring dancers of all ages to foster their love for dance and music. Originally from Omaha, NE, he grew up dancing at competitive dance studios with his siblings winning multiple national titles. His specialties include Tap, Musical Theater, and Jazz, while also having a strong foundation in all styles of dance! Trayton has spent most of his post-graduate career teaching and choreographing at dance studios in Nebraska, working as a backstage coordinator for dance competitions, guest teaching at in-studio conventions around the country, being a teacher’s assistant for an elementary school, and still finding time to perform. Some of his notable performance credits include Mary Poppins (Lyric Theater OKC), Guys and Dolls (Franklin Theatrical Fellowship, Nashville), and Home for The Holidays (Oklahoma City University). When not teaching, he loves to spend his time tap dancing, listening to new music, playing board games with friends, and trying new coffee shops! Trayton is thrilled to join the Dance Vision team!
Zaida
Dance Instructor
Zaida Wetzel has been dancing for over 15 years and has trained in ballet, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, hip hop, tap, and musical theatre. She has been involved in show choir for seven years, performing with Waukee Northwest’s top ensembles, EOS and Northwest Singers, and was selected as an Iowa All-State Choir member. Beyond performing, Zaida has developed a passion for leadership and choreography as the Assistant Director of Waukee Northwest’s Polaris Show Choir, where she enjoys mentoring young performers and helping them grow in confidence both on and off the stage. She has also choreographed Waukee Northwest’s productions of Mean Girls and Anastasia and has performed in both productions as well as Chicago. Currently studying Music Education, Zaida is passionate about sharing her love of dance and performance with the next generation. She strives to create a positive, encouraging classroom where students feel supported, challenged, and inspired to grow as both dancers and individuals, helping each student build confidence, develop strong technique, and discover the joy of performing.
Zaida@dance-vision.com
Zaida Wetzel has been dancing for over 15 years and has trained in ballet, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, hip hop, tap, and musical theatre. She has been involved in show choir for seven years, performing with Waukee Northwest’s top ensembles, EOS and Northwest Singers, and was selected as an Iowa All-State Choir member. Beyond performing, Zaida has developed a passion for leadership and choreography as the Assistant Director of Waukee Northwest’s Polaris Show Choir, where she enjoys mentoring young performers and helping them grow in confidence both on and off the stage. She has also choreographed Waukee Northwest’s productions of Mean Girls and Anastasia and has performed in both productions as well as Chicago. Currently studying Music Education, Zaida is passionate about sharing her love of dance and performance with the next generation. She strives to create a positive, encouraging classroom where students feel supported, challenged, and inspired to grow as both dancers and individuals, helping each student build confidence, develop strong technique, and discover the joy of performing.
Zaida@dance-vision.com
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Sabetha Mumm
Owner | Choreographer
Sabetha Mumm has been dancing for over 30 years. She has been choreographing and teaching for over 20 years. Her training includes 6 years at the Institute of Performing Arts in Topeka, KS, 5 years at the University of Iowa and a summer program on scholarship at the Joffery Ballet School in NYC. Her major performances include the 1992 World Jazz Dance Congress, the 1996 American College Dance Festival and 14 University of Iowa galas and concerts.
After obtaining her Bachelor of Arts degree with honors as a dance major at the University of Iowa, Sabetha moved to Des Moines. Since moving here she has been a “fliteline” dancer for the Iowa Barnstormers, choreographed for the Miss Teen of America Pageant system, coached the Iowa Gymnastics Training Center’s exhibition Team, and taught and choreographed for dance studios, high school show choirs, high school pom and dance teams and fitness pageant contestants.
In 2003 she followed her heart and took the big step of opening Dance Vision the dance studio. With both a competition studio and concert dance background Sabetha loves to give all her students training to be successful at both. Sabetha’s choreography continues to be awarded by some of the top competitions and dance professionals in the world. It is her unique and energetic style of choreography and her ability to train amazing technically proficient dancers that keep her classes full! Sabetha says, “the only dreams impossible to reach are the ones that you never pursue.”
Sabetha@dance-vision.com
Sabetha Mumm has been dancing for over 30 years. She has been choreographing and teaching for over 20 years. Her training includes 6 years at the Institute of Performing Arts in Topeka, KS, 5 years at the University of Iowa and a summer program on scholarship at the Joffery Ballet School in NYC. Her major performances include the 1992 World Jazz Dance Congress, the 1996 American College Dance Festival and 14 University of Iowa galas and concerts.
After obtaining her Bachelor of Arts degree with honors as a dance major at the University of Iowa, Sabetha moved to Des Moines. Since moving here she has been a “fliteline” dancer for the Iowa Barnstormers, choreographed for the Miss Teen of America Pageant system, coached the Iowa Gymnastics Training Center’s exhibition Team, and taught and choreographed for dance studios, high school show choirs, high school pom and dance teams and fitness pageant contestants.
In 2003 she followed her heart and took the big step of opening Dance Vision the dance studio. With both a competition studio and concert dance background Sabetha loves to give all her students training to be successful at both. Sabetha’s choreography continues to be awarded by some of the top competitions and dance professionals in the world. It is her unique and energetic style of choreography and her ability to train amazing technically proficient dancers that keep her classes full! Sabetha says, “the only dreams impossible to reach are the ones that you never pursue.”
Sabetha@dance-vision.com
Alissa Blad
Dance Instructor | General Manager
After Alissa graduated as a student from Dance Vision, she went to attend Point Park University. There she earned her BA in Dance with a concentration in Jazz. While at Point Park she performed in shows such as Balanchine's "Serenade" and worked with choreographers Emery LeCrone, Peter LeBreton Merz, and others. Right after graduation, she began working for Celebrity Cruises. 15 shows and 3 contracts later she has made her way back to Dance Vision!
alissa@dance-vision.com
After Alissa graduated as a student from Dance Vision, she went to attend Point Park University. There she earned her BA in Dance with a concentration in Jazz. While at Point Park she performed in shows such as Balanchine's "Serenade" and worked with choreographers Emery LeCrone, Peter LeBreton Merz, and others. Right after graduation, she began working for Celebrity Cruises. 15 shows and 3 contracts later she has made her way back to Dance Vision!
alissa@dance-vision.com
Kristin Tack
Competition Director | Office Specialist
Kristin comes to us as a Competition Director having spent years at the studio as an active dance mom, supporter and enthusiast. Kristin is mom to former Dance Vision dancer and now instructor Ally. Having recently retired from teaching 6th grade at Summit Middle School, she brings her considerable organizational talent to support our competition program. As she appreciated the endless support she had as a dance mom, Kristin is excited to support the dancers and their biggest fans.
kristin@dance-vision.com
Kristin comes to us as a Competition Director having spent years at the studio as an active dance mom, supporter and enthusiast. Kristin is mom to former Dance Vision dancer and now instructor Ally. Having recently retired from teaching 6th grade at Summit Middle School, she brings her considerable organizational talent to support our competition program. As she appreciated the endless support she had as a dance mom, Kristin is excited to support the dancers and their biggest fans.
kristin@dance-vision.com
Jess Tracey
Dance Instructor | Office Specialist
Jess Tracey started dancing at the age of 3 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. She studied classical ballet at K’dance studios until she graduated HS. She was also a cheerleader, liturgical dancer, and performed in several musicals. She continued her dancing during her freshman year of college at Winona State University with a dance scholarship. She taught classical ballet at a studio in the DSM area from 2010-2012. She is also a busy mom of three, one of which is on the Dance Vision Competition Team. She is excited to be back teaching and loves being an office staff member at Dance Vision!
jess@dance-vision.com
Jess Tracey started dancing at the age of 3 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. She studied classical ballet at K’dance studios until she graduated HS. She was also a cheerleader, liturgical dancer, and performed in several musicals. She continued her dancing during her freshman year of college at Winona State University with a dance scholarship. She taught classical ballet at a studio in the DSM area from 2010-2012. She is also a busy mom of three, one of which is on the Dance Vision Competition Team. She is excited to be back teaching and loves being an office staff member at Dance Vision!
jess@dance-vision.com
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