About Us
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Discover Visions Dance Academy
Hello there, my name is Cindy Kieffer. I am the Owner and Director of Visions Dance Academy. I am thrilled you have ventured over to our website for information regarding your child’s dance education. It is safe to say that we LOVE what we do and we are excited to have the opportunity to share our passion of dance with your child. I think the staff here is pretty amazing and we have over a 100 years combined experience. We teach our students to take the Discipline of Dance, and apply it to their everyday lives to encourage confidence and build self-esteem. Our mission is to provide quality instruction in a positive environment. Visions has a dance class for everybody. It is important to us for you to grow in dance and in life. Dancing is good for the soul, helps the mind relax and just makes you smile.
We can’t wait to meet you and your family.
Lots of Love,
Cindy Kieffer
Best Kids Dance Studio
Dance Is the Hidden Language of the Soul
Our Journey
Founded in 1998, Visions Dance Academy was born out of our family passion for the art of dancing. Our goal has always been to provide anyone who shares the same passion with a fun, encouraging environment to hone their craft and freely express themselves.
Our Philosophy
We believe that the traits and habits our students develop through dance training hard work, perseverance, discipline, constant improvement, and self-confidence helping them excel not only on stage, but in life as well. This is why we focus on developing these as much as each student technical skills.
Meet Our Instructor
Passionate Instructors, Inspiring Every Dancer
Our team is dedicated to creating a positive, encouraging environment where every student feels supported. With years of experience and a genuine love for dance, our instructors help dancers build confidence, develop strong technique, and discover the joy of movement at every stage.
Cindy Kieffer
Owner/CEO
Taylor Sease
Artistic Director
Raigan Jankord
Competition Co-Director
Lori Stewart
Recreational Instructor
Rockin' Tots Club Director
Taryn McKenrick Wallace
Recreational Director/Instructor
Adrienne Ellis
Acro/Tumbling Coach
Melissa House
Acro/Tumbling Coach
Camryn Shoener
Competition Instructor
Kristina Kopec
Strength & Conditioning Coach
Josh ruppe
Competition Instructor
Carolina Quiros
Ballet Instructor
Why Families Choose Visions
A Dance Studio Families Trust
Parents choose Visions Dance Academy because we focus on more than choreography. We focus on creating meaningful experiences that help children grow in every aspect of life.
Feature Cards
- Experienced & Caring Instructors
- Positive & Family-Friendly Environment
- Classes for Every Age & Skill Level
- Recreational & Competitive Programs
- Small Class Sizes
- Safe Learning Environment
- Confidence & Character Building
- Performance Opportunities Throughout the Year
Our Core Values
The Foundation of Everything We Do
Passion
We inspire every dancer to discover a lifelong love for movement and creativity.
Respect
We create an environment where kindness, encouragement, and teamwork come first.
Confidence
We help students believe in themselves both inside and outside the studio.
Excellence
We encourage every dancer to continuously improve while celebrating every achievement along the way.
Community
Our studio is more than a classroom. It's a family where lasting friendships are built.
Join Our Dance Family
Your Child's Journey Starts Here
Whether your child dreams of performing on stage or simply wants to have fun while building confidence, Visions Dance Academy is the perfect place to begin.
We invite you to experience our welcoming community, meet our passionate instructors, and discover why so many families have trusted us for generations.