Meet Our STAFF

Nicole Hardman

Studio Owner / Teacher

Creative Dance, Tap, Jazz & Ballet

"My dance experience started at 4 years old when I took a tap/ballet class at my local community center. At the age of 10 I joined a dance studio and participated in tap, jazz & ballet, performing in annual performances and competitions. My love for dance continued into college, where I majored in Dance Education. During my years at Brigham Young University, I had opportunities to perform in educational outreach programs both locally and in New York inner city schools. While on the east coast, I participated in a collaboration with Temple University performing at the Dance and the Child International conference. The following year I was able to attend the DACI conference in The Hague, Netherlands where I presented research to other dance educators involving the positive effects of dance for the development of our youth. I firmly believe that art, music and dance can enhance a child's educational, emotional, physical and social development. Teaching dance brings me so much joy!"

Melissa Franz

Teacher

Ballet, Tap & Jazz

"My name is Melissa Franz and I have been dancing since I was 3 years old! I have danced for 17 years and have been teaching dance for the last 5 years. I love working with children and watching how dance helps them develop self-confidence and unlocks their artistic creativity. I have taught ballet, hip-hop, and musical theater. I have performed in Broadway pieces, musicals, and other performing arts, and I love them all! I am a mother to two children and a director for a daycare center. I am also a vocal coach and a trained opera singer. The arts are just my forte and working with children is my passion. I look forward to working with your children in the upcoming dance year."

Mirandy Lewis

Office Manager

"My name is Mirandy, and I have been involved with dance & music for many years! I have 5 kids ages 19 to 11. My daughter started dancing at just 18 months old. I have 3 kids currently that play music. I was also a band/choir kid throughout school. I absolutely love the arts and love that we can bring the art of dance & music to Fernley!" 

Andrew Kibbe

Teacher

Guitar

"My name is Andrew or Drew and I was born in 1980. I have had the love of music since I can remember. I have played with the Drum Corps, orchestras, worship teams, and some small bands. I am married to my wonderful wife Mary and together we have 3 beautiful girls. I want to share my passion and encourage others to learn instruments and the passion it can create!"

  Jamen Workman

Teacher

Percussion

"My name is Jamen Workman. I am 19 years old and currently going to college for music education. I started learning to read music in the first grade and started playing percussion when I got into the third grade. In high school, I played in the jazz band, concert band and marching band. I am currently a part of the UNR marching band's drumline. I am currently on the worship team at Summit Church. Music is my passion, and I love teaching!

Lindsay Durocher

Teacher

Mommy & Me

"I’m Lindsay Durocher. I grew up in Utah. We’ve lived in Fernley for four years now and really enjoy it. My husband and I just celebrated 11 years of marriage and we have four kids. I used to teach elementary school, but right now I stay home with the kids. I also teach REFIT classes at my gym and church. I love kids, music, dance and movement so the Mommy and Me class is perfect for me!"

 Laken Boonlua

Teacher / Coach

Competition Team

Sophie Workman

Assistant Teacher

Ballet, Creative, Jazz

"My name is Sophie Workman and I started dance when I was 2 years old. I have been dancing for almost 15 years now. I have been helping teach children ages 3 - 8 for the past few years and I absolutely love it! I have experience in ballet, jazz, and tap. I am currently a junior at Fernley High School. I love staying in shape and being active. I have participated in soccer, cheerleading, dance team, wrestling and track at my school. I also enjoy babysitting and love spending time with little kids."

Bella Bezinque

Assistant Teacher

Hip Hop, Jazz

"My name is Bella Bezinque. I am 16 years old and a junior at Fernley High School. I am currently in my 3rd year of varsity dance at FHS. I have 7 years of dance experience, school teams and studio time. My favorite dance styles are contemporary, hip hop and jazz. I am excited to continue my passion of teaching dance to others! 

Molly Wilkinson

Assistant Teacher

Hip Hop, Tap

"My name is Molly Wilkinson. I have been dancing for as long as I can remember. Dance is something I have loved for a very long time. I have started to teach dance to younger kids and absolutely love it! I have been an assistant teacher for almost a year now. I love kids and love the opportunity to spend time with them. I am very excited for this year, it is going to be fun!"

Annabella Villa

Assistant Teacher

Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop

"My name is Annabella Villa, I am 14 years old and currently a freshman at FHS.  I have experience in jazz, ballet, lyrical, and hip hop. I am currently assisting at FPA for ballet and I am also part of the competition team. I have danced and assisted at multiple dance studios, and I love to teach the little dancers and help them grow to love to dance the same way I do!"