About Us

 

Our mission…

Dance It Out Studios is fully committed to providing a quality education for students of all ages in an environment that helps nurture each student’s individual ability, self confidence, and creativity. We strongly believe that the arts and movement enrich the lives of our students, their families and our community. Not only do we strive to help students to become the best athletes and artists they can be, but also the best citizens they can be. At Dance It Out, we are not just a studio – We are a FAMILY!

Dance It Out is the parent company of Flip It Out.

Core Values

  • Integrity - We are committed to doing the right thing even when no one is looking and encouraging our students to do the same.

  • Communication - We effectively communicate with students and families.

  • Safety - We are committed to the protection of students.

  • Impact - We strive to have a positive effect on students, families, and the community.

  • Connection - We build strong bonds between students and families.

  • Initiative - We are empowered to work for the betterment of the studio and community.

  • Inclusivity - We invite all in to be a part of our family at Dance It Out.

Teaching Principles

  • Safety - We are committed to the protection of our students’ emotional and physical well-being.

  • Respect - We model respect to our students, families, and coworkers and help teach our students to respect their peers, teachers, and staff.

  • Communication - We effectively communicate with students, families, and coworkers.

  • Creativity - We nurture our students’ individual visions and talents.

  • Compassion - We cultivate an atmosphere of understanding and acceptance.

  • Growth Mindset - We are committed to continuously learning and growing as professionals.

 
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Get to Know Your Family…

  • Alicia Washburn

    Co-Owner and Instructor

    Tutu Tots, Creative Movement, Ballet, Pre-Pointe, and Pointe

  • Michelle Harris

    Co-Owner and Instructor

    Ballroom, Hip Hop, Musical Theater, and Jazz

  • Amanda Washburn

    Director of Gymnastics and Instructor

    Pre-Gymnastics and Intro to Gymnastics

  • Faith Daugherty

    Instructor

    Gymnastics

  • Jen DeOrnellas

    Costume Manager and Account Manager

  • Emily Ezell

    Office Staff

  • Courtney Hazlewood

    Instructor

    Pre-Gymnastics, Intro to Gymnastics, Level 1 Gymnastics, and Pre-Teen

  • Tammy Hazlewood

    Office Manager

    Dance It Out

    Flip It Out

  • Cierra Malkin

    Instructor

    Level 1 Gymnastics, Level 2 Gymnastics, Intermediate Gymnastics, Parkour, Acro