Meet Our Dance Instructors at Elevé Dance Company

Stacy is a dedicated dance mom and businesswoman, as well as the proud founder of Elevé Dance Studio and Elevé Dance Company. After spending years immersed in the dance world—supporting her daughter through competitions, rehearsals, and recitals—Stacy is bringing her passion and first-hand experience to her own studio. With a sharp eye for detail, superb organizational skills, and a heart for performers, she’s created Elevé Dance Studio to be more than just a place to take dance classes—it’s a community where students and families feel seen, supported, and inspired.

Ms. Angela began her dance training at the age of 3 under the direction of the late Jimmy Ruth White at Spotlight Dance Studio in Cedar Hill. She continued to train there through her high school years and beyond, participating in various dance classes. Angela is comprehensively trained in tap, jazz, ballet, and clogging, and she continues her education by attending numerous master classes at various conventions yearly. Her true passion lies in tap and clogging. Since 2004, Angela has been teaching dance and was the owner of A Step in Time from 2013 to 2019. Dancers under Angela’s direction have received scholarships and top honors at numerous dance conventions and competitions. Angela is excited to bring her passion for dance and learning to Elevé Dance Company as the Dance Director.

Hannah began taking dance classes at the age of 4 at A Step in Time and continued until she graduated high school. During her years with ASIT, she participated in numerous dance competitions and conventions starting at 8 years old. Hannah also taught several classes at ASIT, working extensively with company dancers. As a teacher, she aims to create a supportive learning environment for her students and encourages them to grow in all areas of their lives. Now, with a degree in biology from Stephen F. Austin State University, Hannah is excited to continue her journey in the dance world with Elevé Dance Company!

Kaeli began her dance journey at the age of 8 at a studio in Mansfield, TX, where she first discovered her passion for dance classes. She later found her love for precision and performance through the drill team at Mansfield High School. Throughout high school, Kaeli held a leadership position, assisting with choreography, refining routines, and guiding the team both on and off the floor. After graduating in 2020, Kaeli joined the staff of American Dance/Drill Team School (ADTS), where she teaches summer intensives and works with dancers across Texas. Her choreography spans jazz, lyrical, hip hop, and more. In 2020, Kaeli achieved a longtime goal of joining the Stephen F. Austin State University dance team, where she earned three national titles. Kaeli approaches each class with an individualized mindset, recognizing that every dancer learns in their own way and deserves to be led with confidence and passion. She is committed to personal growth, both for herself and her students, fostering a team-first environment. Kaeli is thrilled to join the Elevé Dance Company team and looks forward to creating a space where every dancer feels seen, supported, and inspired to rise into the highest version of themselves.

Mackenzie is a professional ballet dancer from Arlington, Texas, who moved to Philadelphia at 16 to pursue full-time training and begin her dance career. She spent her summers training at prestigious schools including The Rock School, School of American Ballet, Pacific Northwest Ballet, and Ballet West, where she built a strong foundation in both classical and contemporary ballet. Following her professional performance career, Mackenzie transitioned into teaching and now shares her passion for movement through dance classes as both a dance educator and certified Pilates instructor at Elevé Dance Company. Drawing on her own experience using Pilates for injury recovery and cross-training, she focuses on helping students build strength, body awareness, and longevity in their movement practice.