Starz in Motion
Located at 1880 South Alma School Road in Chandler, Starz In Motion offers a quality dance education in a family oriented, positive, and nurturing environment that treats every dancer, parent, and instructor with the utmost respect. It is our goal to make you feel like you are a member of our dance family!!
The studio is committed to providing energetic, fun and high caliber training to dancers of all ages, abilities and interests. We offer instruction to girls and boys in Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Contemporary, Musical Theater Jazz, Tap, Acrobatics/Tumbling, Creative Movement and Pom for ages 2½ to Adult, at levels from Beginner through Advanced.
For the dancer who wishes to take their dance education to the next level, dancers can become part of our Starz Dance Company. Company members perform at local venues throughout the year and have the opportunity to attend regional competitions. Both recreational and company dancers are taught by a professional faculty with a personal approach to help each student reach their highest potential.
We Offer
- Acrobatics & Tumbling
- Ballet & Pointe
- Creative Motion
- Hip-Hop
- Lyrical / Contemporary
- Jazz & Musical Theatre
- Pom/Tumble
- Tap
- Turns & Leaps
Dance Educators
All classes are taught by a professional faculty with a personal approach to help each student reach their highest potential. Whether students are considering a career in dance, seeking personal fulfillment, or just want to have fun, they are encouraged to develop self-confidence, form lasting friendships, and cultivate an appreciation for the arts.
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Mariann Paul
Owner & Artistic Director
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Mariann Paul
Owner & Artistic Director
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Katelyn Williamson
Studio & Company Director
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Katelyn Williamson
Studio & Company Director
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Emalee Schneider
Office Manager & Community Outreach Director
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Emalee Schneider
Office Manager & Community Outreach Director
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Brynn Nicholson
Studio Director Assistant & Content Creator
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Brynn Nicholson
Studio Director Assistant & Content Creator
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Ashley Jerger
Dance Educator
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Ashley Jerger
Dance Educator
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Ashley Christine Smith
Dance Educator
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Ashley Christine Smith
Dance Educator
Ashley Christine Smith began her dance training at the age of two in Dallas and Phoenix.
She received a scholarship to attend Point Park University in Pittsburgh, PA and graduated cum laude with a B.A. degree in Dance. After graduation, Ashley received a full scholarship to study and perform at the Giordano Dance School in Evanston, IL as a member of the Giordano 3 Company. She has had the privilege of working with well-known choreographers such as Doug Caldwell, Mandy Moore, Eddie Ocampo, Brian Friedman, Harrison McEldowney, Nick Pupillo, Nan Giordano, Sherry Zunker, Autumn Eckman, Jessica Deahr, Joel Hall, William Gill, Richard Smith, and countless others.
As a professional dancer, Ashley has performed internationally with DisneyLive!’s “Mickey’s Rockin Road Show”.
Ashley recently completed her MFA in Dance Choreography at Jacksonville University, FL (May 2022). She loves to inspire and motivate dancers and students to be their best and is ecstatic to share her love of dance, fitness, and creativity with those around her!
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Jaden Stubbs
Dance Educator
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Jaden Stubbs
Dance Educator
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Lisa Grossi
Dance Educator
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Lisa Grossi
Dance Educator
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Megan Davis
Dance Educator
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Megan Davis
Dance Educator
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