School Owner, Director

I am a passionate dance enthusiast with a rich background in diverse styles and techniques, bringing 23 years of dedicated teaching experience to Isabel’s School of Dance. I had the privilege of being trained under esteemed instructors such as Debra Lavender, Amy Desmond, and the award-winning choreographer and master dance instructor Michele Ribble in Rhinebeck, NY.

My involvement in the dance world goes beyond the studio, as I made a significant contribution to musical theater in my local high school and the Rhinebeck Performing Arts Center. My passion and skills led me to a role as a choreographer at the Rhinebeck Performing Arts Center, showcasing my versatile talent in both dance and theatrical arts before moving to NYC to pursue dance.

Becoming the Studio Coordinator at a distinguished Latin Dance studio in NYC from 2003 to 2006 was a transformative journey, not only for my career but for my life's path. Successfully managing operations and coordinating events during that time, I not only honed my professional skills but also discovered something profound – I met my husband.

Since that moment, the dream of having my own dance studio has fueled my aspirations. Even as life took me into a career in research administration while teaching private lessons, the desire to create a space for dance persisted. When the challenges of Covid hit, I found myself at a crossroads. With a newborn daughter and a son barely 2 years old, the urge to dance became more than a passion – it became a calling. In those moments, amidst the uncertainties, the dream of my own dance studio shone brighter, inspiring me to pursue it with unwavering determination.

With a simple dream of providing a safe space for our community to discover the joy of dance, I timidly began with just one class. The journey that unfolded from that modest beginning has been both surprising and humbling. Today, as I reflect on the path we've traveled, I can't help but feel grateful for the support that has shaped this endeavor.

My aspiration is simple – to offer the best dance instruction in our community. It's not about grand ambitions; it's about the genuine desire to share the beauty of dance with those around me.

If you've ever thought about stepping into the world of dance, I invite you to join me. Together, let's create a space where learning is a shared experience, and every step is taken with humility and joy.

Mr. Edwin Kinter, originally from New York City, trained at the School of American Ballet and began his career as a child actor in musicals and film. He has performed with companies such as Kansas City Ballet, Pennsylvania Ballet, and the Metropolitan Opera Ballet, among others. As a key figure with Ballet for Young Audiences since 1985, Edwin has staged over 40 productions and choreographed more than 20 ballets, including Jungle Book, Zorro, and Snow White. He has also served as Artistic Director of City Center Ballet in New Hampshire.

Ariana Dickerson is from Dayton Ohio. It is her second season as a company member at the Dance Theatre of Harlem. She just completed her Bachelors Degree of Science in Ballet with an outside field in Media Advertising. She has experience teaching contemporary, pointe, and ballet classes.

Samara is a current student at Montclair State University majoring in stage management. Samara has been involving herself in the Arts since she was 3 years old. Current works include Aviva RD and Mujeres VIP Congress with Dasha Dance Ministry. Styles she loves to dive in and teach are Jazz, Musical Theatre, Hip Hop, and Street Jazz.

Miss Kaylee is an elementary school resource room teacher here in Bogota. She started dancing at the age of two and began dancing competitively at the age of six. She lived in the competitive dance world until she graduated high school in 2019. After graduating, she attended Rider University where she studied Elementary Education and Psychology. She was also an active member of Rider Dance Ensemble, one of the many dance clubs on campus. In her four-year experience there, she was able to dance in over thirty pieces and choreograph four. She is grateful to spread her love of dance with you!