Stella Dance & Pilates Studio

Stella Dance Studio is a vibrant dance studio that has been serving the Prescott, Wisconsin area since 2009. Our mission is to provide a positive, fun, and challenging environment for dancers of all ages and skill levels. We believe that dance is a powerful tool for self-expression, discipline, and self-confidence, and we strive to instill these values in our students.

Our Expert Staff

Our staff is comprised of highly trained and dedicated instructors who are passionate about dance and committed to helping their students reach their full potential. They have extensive experience in various dance styles, including ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, and pom. Many of our instructors have been trained by prestigious dance programs and have danced professionally with top dance companies.

Our staff includes:

• Jacqui Gross, Owner/Instructor: Jacqui has been involved in the dance world for over 20 years and has been trained in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, and pom. She was a 4-year member of the state champion winning Prescott High School Dance Team and was captain her senior year. Jacqui has been instructing at Stella since 2010 and is excited to continue to challenge her students and watch them pursue their greatest dreams.

• Casey Webber, Instructor: Casey instantly fell in love with the art and sport of dance after stepping onto the dance floor at age three. She has trained intensely in jazz, lyrical, contemporary, ballet, tap, and hip hop. Casey has been instructing at Stella since 2015 and continues to enjoy having the opportunity to share her love and passion for dance.

• Emma Carlson, Instructor: Emma has been dancing since the age of 3 and has been trained in the styles of jazz, tap, ballet, contemporary, hip hop, and pom. She joined the Stella Family in 2010 and has been competing ever since, leading her to be named the National Champion in the senior solo and duet division at Legacy Nationals. Emma was also a four-year member and senior captain of the State Champion winning Prescott High School Dance Team.

• Katie Vortherms, Instructor: Katie is so excited to join the Stella dance team this season! She has been in the dance world for 28 years! She began dancing when she was 2 years old and began teaching when she was just 14. In all the years of dancing, she has trained in the areas of Jazz, Tap, Ballet, Lyrical, Hip Hop, Clogging, Contemporary, and Musical Theater. Katie has worked with recreational as well as competitive dancers for the last 16 years.

• Megan Nafe, Instructor: Megan began studio training at the age of four. Since that time, she has been trained in the styles of ballet, pointe, hip hop, jazz, tap, lyrical, musical theater, and contemporary. By age ten, she was heavily involved in the competitive dance world, continuing until she graduated from high school.

Our Classes and Programs

At Stella Dance Studio, we offer a variety of classes and programs for dancers of all ages and skill levels. Our classes include:

• Class Descriptions: We offer classes in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, and pom. Each class is designed to provide a comprehensive dance education and help students develop their technique and artistry.

• 2024 Summer Open House: Join us for our annual summer open house where you can meet our staff, tour our studio, and learn more about our programs and classes.

• 2024 Summer Strength and Conditioning: Our summer strength and conditioning program is designed to help dancers improve their strength, flexibility, and overall technique. This program is perfect for dancers looking to take their skills to the next level.

• 2024 July Summer Princess Camp: This fun and interactive camp is designed for younger dancers who love all things princess! Dancers will learn various dance styles while enjoying princess-themed games and activities.

• 7/23 Summer Master Class: Join us for a special summer master class where dancers can learn from our expert instructors and gain valuable insights and techniques.

• 2024 August Summer Dance Camp: Our summer dance camp is a great opportunity for dancers to learn new styles, improve their technique, and make new friends. This camp is perfect for dancers of all ages and skill levels.

• 2024 July Company Classes: These classes are designed for our company dancers who are looking to continue their training over the summer. Dancers will work on perfecting their technique and learning new choreography.

• 2024 July POM Classes: These classes are specifically designed for our pom dancers who want to improve their technique and learn new skills over the summer.

• 2024/25 Regular Season Classes: We offer a variety of regular season classes for dancers of all ages and skill levels. These classes are designed to provide a comprehensive dance education and help students develop their technique and artistry.

• Auditions: We hold annual auditions for our company and elite dance teams. Dancers who are interested in joining these teams must audition and be selected by our staff.

Conclusion

At Stella Dance Studio, we are dedicated to providing a positive, fun, and challenging environment for dancers of all ages and skill levels. Our expert staff, variety of classes and programs, and commitment to helping our students reach their full potential make us the perfect choice for anyone looking to pursue their passion for dance.