Shay

Miss Shaylie began dancing when she was 3 years old at Lifehouse Performing Arts Academy in Utah. She trained there throughout her life in ballet, jazz, modern, tap, musical theater, and pointe. She performed in numerous classical ballets, studio showcases and national dance competitions including JUMP, NUVO, and NYCDA.

After high school she attended and graduated from UTU with a Bachelor’s Degree in Dance. She was a scholarship member of the university’s dance company for three years. During that time, she competed and performed at the American College Dance Association’s conference at the University of Maryland and Arizona State University. She was honored with the UTU Best Dancer of the Year Award 2018.

Continuing her education, Shaylie loves to take part in intensive programs. Some have included master classes at Ballet West SLC, Millennium Las Vegas/SLC, the Lester Horton Intensive, the LINK summer intensive with SALT Dance Company, and the Red Rock Dance Festival featuring renowned companies like Soul Escape and Houston Contemporary Dance Company.

In her professional career she has completed film projects for Raw Focus Dance Company, performed alongside the musician Jenny Oaks Baker, performed with St. George Dance Company, and was a featured soloist in the Light of the World Concert.

Shaylie has many years of teaching and choreographing experience. She has taught at multiple studios across Utah and Texas (and is excited to be adding Missouri!) She’s hosted masterclasses and workshops, and also choreographed for the “Dance the Magic Showcase” in Disneyland. She loves sharing her knowledge and passion for dance with students of all ages!