DANCE STUDIO

Welcome to our dance studio, where we are committed to fostering a love for dance and a sense of artistic expression! Our studio offers ballet, jazz, acro, tap, hip hop, contemporary, lyrical, & pom led by talented instructors who are dedicated to guiding you on your dance journey. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced dancer, our welcoming and supportive atmosphere will encourage you to explore your creativity, build confidence, and embrace the joy of dance. Join us as we dance our way to a world of grace, energy, and pure delight!

2024-2025 Class Schedule

Ballet Criteria for Company Classes

Dance Instructors

Dress Code

PRICING

Current Dance Class Fees:

Summer Classes - $58

Fall/Spring Classes - $60/month

Multi-class Discount:

For every one full price class, up to two additional classes per student are 50% off

*multi-class discount does not apply to advanced dance classes, music lessons, art classes, and Kindermusik

Other Fees:

Registration fee is $34 for new or inactive student (non-refundable).

Students that take during summer will have priority fall registration and a waived fall registration fee.

Costume fees will be determined once the new catalog is released.

This fee will also include required tights.

Dance Instructors

Analiese Anderson

Combo Classes/Ballet/Conditioning

Analiese (Umana) Anderson graduated with her BFA from the Purchase College Dance Conservatory in 2012. She has studied with American Ballet Theater’s Intensive Training Program, New York State Summer School of the Arts, and Ballet Hispanico. She has extensively trained with American Ballet Theater, New York City Ballet and Martha Graham former dancers and faculty members throughout her career. From 2012-2014 she danced for Baltimore Ballet rising to a soloist. While dancing in Baltimore, Analiese was also on the faculty of Towson University’s Children’s Division. Analiese has served as faculty, adjudicator and Executive Coordinator for the American Academy of Ballet’s National and International program; teaching in Israel,

Mexico, Portugal and more. From 2017-2020 she taught as an Adjunct for Purchase College Dance Conservatory and Marist College. Analiese is currently a visiting instructor at New York Academy of Ballet. She is thrilled to be joining Encore Performing Arts Studio this season!

Andrea Cornprobst

Dance Director/Acro/Hip-Hop

A’ndrea spent the majority of her childhood in Michigan where she was actively involved in cheer, hip hop and ballroom dancing throughout middle school and highschool. She studied hip hop under Kenyetta Whipper (now known as Kenyetta Jeffries), previously a dancer and choreographer in L.A. for some pioneers of hip hop. Her dance team traveled around the state to perform and minister to communities and highschool students. After graduating, she married her high school sweetheart and took a break from dancing while becoming a Young Life leader and starting a family. In 2007, the military relocated her husband, A’ndrea and daughter to Colorado. In 2009, the Army brought them to North Carolina. Here, she began dancing again, reigniting her love of dance! She also reunited with her love of cheer and became a cheer coach. She is a Certified Group Fitness Instructor, Cycle Instructor and previously certified Zumba Instructor. Her heart for teenagers extends beyond the dance studio to her students at Grace Church where she serves as a leader. When she isn’t dancing or with students, you can find her wrangling one of her 4 children or coaching a fitness class. She loves to foster the use of dance as a creative outlet for students and to see them grow in their confidence and character through dance!

Sarah McWilliams

Dance Coordinator and Staff Trainer

Sarah McWilliams is a Pennsylvania native, now North Carolina resident, who grew up dancing competitively and then continued her studies at Temple University in Philadelphia. While earning her BFA in Dance Performance/Choreography, Sarah worked with faculty members Jillian Harris, Laura Katz Rizzo, and Kavin Grant. She also danced for Guest Artists Larry Keigwin and Kyle Abraham. Upon graduating Sarah traveled to Israel to study with Kibbutz Contemporary Dance Company. Her performance career continued in PA and NYC with Project Moshen Dance Company, ContempraDance Theater, Putty Dance Project, and kaycruddenco. Most recently, Sarah worked at KICKS Academy of Dance, taught for the Dance Me A Story program, and became a certified Bar Method instructor. She is no longer in NC but still excited to work remotely for Encore!

Casey Yoklic

Ballet/Lyrical/Combo Classes

Casey Yoklic was born in Virginia and has lived in 11 of our 50 states. One thing that remained the same no matter where she went was her love of and attendance in dance classes. She has studied ballet, jazz, hip-hop, contemporary, lyrical, tap, clogging, ballroom, and cheer/pom over 35 years of dance education as a student. In High School, she focused on ballet with American Repertory Ballet and Princeton Ballet School. In college, she focused on Cheerleading with The Catholic University of America and competed in Nationals with her team at Disney World. After graduating CUA with a degree in Elementary Education, she studied ballroom dance and competed in local competitions specializing in east coast swing. She studied ballet and contemporary again through her pregnancy at Princeton Ballet under Susan Tenney. After becoming a Mom and earning a M. Ed. in Educational Leadership from Concordia University, she taught dance in Washington state at High Impact Dance. When she’s not wearing dancing shoes, Mrs. Casey teaches Math and Science full-time at Anderson Creek Academy. She believes in self-expression through art and encourages students to share their journey through the platform of dance.

McKenzie Jones

Contemporary

Bio Coming Soon!

Arianna Marschall

Pom/Jazz/Tap/Lyrical/Combo Classes

Arianna is a Minneapolis, MN native and grew up dancing competitively at a suburban studio where she trained in ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical, and contemporary for 15 years. In college Arianna was a Fall Dance Team member at the College of Saint Benedict - where she also earned a double B.A. in Economics and Business and minored in Entrepreneurship. While in college Arianna began teaching at a local dance studio which sparked her passion for teaching and sharing the passion of dance with others. During her tenure at Ms. Melinda's Dance Studio in central MN, she had experience teaching a wide range of classes and ages: from tiny tots combo classes, recreational classes, to competitive jazz solos and duets for seniors that placed in the top 10 at regional dance competitions. Following college graduation, Arianna led a high school competitive dance team program at Richfield High School for 7 years consisting of both a Varsity and JV team in the styles of Jazz and High Kick under the Minnesota State High School League. During her time as the head coach she helped the Varsity Jazz team advance to the Minnesota State competition to compete with the top 12 teams in the state of Minnesota two years in a row. Arianna also worked as a head instructor at a local Just for Kix dance program in the suburbs of Minneapolis by attending summer training camps and working with recreational dancers in jazz technique. Arianna cannot wait to meet the dancers and families of Encore Performing Arts!

Chloe Mabey

Hip-Hop/Pom Jazz

Chloe was born and raised in Utah where she began dancing at the age of 2. She started with ballet, and over time started training and competing in more styles including jazz, lyrical, modern, and hip hop. In high school, she was on the Drill Team, where she continued competing, as well as added some more unique styles under her belt including military and kick line. While on the team, she had the opportunity to choreograph their competition hip hop routines and assist with choreography for some of the other styles as well. Chloe continued taking dance classes through college at both the University of Washington and the University of Utah. The military brought her out to North Carolina where she is excited to continue dancing with her friends as well as teach and share with others her style of and love for dance!

Katy Leute

Ballet/Lyrical/Acro/Combo Classes

Katy has loved dance for as long as she can remember. She started taking classes at 5, and at 9 she was selected to perform The Nutcracker with the Eglevsky Ballet Company. Her love for all forms of dance eventually carried her to Meredith College where she formally studied collegiate level dance and was introduced to the style of North Carolina Shag. Upon graduation she began teaching lyrical and ballet as well as shag and line dance. Over the years she has continued to share her love and knowledge of dance and movement in studios, churches, gyms, and with homeschool groups. She loves sharing her passion for dance with young learners and fostering an environment for creative exploration and technical growth.

Kayla Burton

Ballet/Contemporary/Company

Kayla Burton has been dancing since she was
10 years old. As a child, she trained under the direction of Broadway performers Scott Wise and Elizabeth Parkinson by way of the “Fine Line Theatre Arts” in New Milford, Connecticut. Later in life, she traveled with a pre-professional company named “Artist in Motion”. Her areas of practice include classical ballet, pointe, jazz, modern, tap, contemporary, hip hop, and acro. Her favorite memories in dance are teaching the next generation of dancers and when she had the opportunity to perform “The Nutcracker” and many other dance performances in New Milford, Connecticut. She is so happy to be here teaching and dancing with you all!

Tavia Huggins

Acro/Ballet/Jazz

Tavia Huggins is a Senior at Fayetteville State University, pursuing a major in Interdisciplinary Studies. With over thirteen years of experience in cheerleading she has additional years of training in dance, including Jazz and Hip-Hop. During her sophomore and junior years at Fayetteville State university, she was honored to join the campus cheer team. Additionally, she has contributed to praise dance teams at her church. Tavia aspires to introduce her students to a variety of movement skills, fostering their ability to express themselves through dance.

Sarah Honan

Ballet/Jazz/Hip Hop

Sarah has loved dance for as long as she can remember. She currently attends Western Harnett High School. Her dance journey started at age 5 with a local program, and she has been with Encore Dance Studio since it first opened. She has danced in productions such as Frozen and Lion King. Most recent shows include The Nutcracker as the Sugar Plum Fairy and The Greatest Showman as a Magical Person. As her love for dance continues to grow, she is thrilled to share her enthusiasm and skills with her students!

Maggie Roquemore

Ballet/Tap Combo Classes

Maggie fell in love with dance at the age of 4 in her first ballet class. Since then, she has trained in multiple styles including Jazz, Ballet, Tap, Pointe, Contemporary, Pom, and Modern. Born in Georgia, she grew up a military child and has lived in many places but always called NC home. She attended the Carolina Ballet Professional Summer Intensive, varying dance workshops, and master classes. Performing on stage has always been her passion and she has loved dancing in many Encore productions. She has danced the roles of The March Hare in Alice and Wonderland, Augustus Gloop in Willy Wonka, The Queen in Frozen, Charity in The Greatest Showman, and the Spanish solo and Sugar Plum Fairy in The Nutcracker Tea Party. Encore is her second home and she is beyond excited to teach this year.

Rachelle Hartigan

Ballet/Tap/Lyrical/Combo Classes

A native of the Southern Pines area and having returned after a decade in the Pacific North West, dance has always been a vital element of Rachelle’s life. Classically trained in ballet since the age of 2, her repertoire varies - extending into other elements of the performing arts as well. She has studied within the programs of the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet, Tacoma Ballet, and The Portland Ballet - transversing the country by way of a military lifestyle. Now settled with her blended family, Rachelle takes pride in bringing her love of movement to the next generation. Additionally, as a certified yoga instructor, Rachelle values safe and intentional expression in dance with a mindful approach that emphasizes connection with body confidence.

Dress Code

NOTE: For all dance classes, please ensure that students have their hair secured away from their face. Loose hair is a distraction and it significantly reduces technical ability.

Tiny Tots Ballet

Solid color with attached skirt or separate ballet skirt
Pink tights (footed or transition)

Pink ballet shoes with laces tucked or no laces (canvas or leather, no satin slippers)
MALES: Fitted white or black t-shirt; black dance pants; black ballet shoes (canvas or leather)

Ballet/Tap Combo Classes

Black, pink, light blue, teal or plum leotard with optional attached skirt or separate ballet skirt
Pink tights (footed or transition)

Pink ballet shoes with laces tucked or no laces (canvas or leather, no satin slippers)
MALES: Fitted white or black t-shirt; black dance pants; black ballet shoes (canvas or leather)

Black Tap shoes

Ballet/Jazz Combo Classes

Black, pink, light blue, teal or plum leotard with optional attached skirt or separate ballet skirt
Pink ballet shoes with laces tucked or no laces (canvas or leather, no satin slippers)
Pink tights (footed or transition)
Black, slip-on, split-sole jazz shoes recommend. Dancers are encouraged to have both ballet and jazz shoes, but only ballet shoes are required.
MALES: Fitted white or black t-shirt; black dance pants; black ballet shoes (canvas or leather)
Hair must be secured away from the face and neck, no ponytails, Buns recommended

Ballet (non-combo classes)

Black leotard
Pink ballet shoes with laces tucked or no laces (canvas or leather, no satin slippers)
Non-shimmer pink tights (footed or transition)
Hair must be secured away from the face in bun (if hair is long enough)
MALES: Fitted white or black t-shirt; black dance pants; black ballet shoes (canvas or leather)
No tutus or recital costumes permitted
Solid color skirts or form fitting shorts may be worn over leotard but not necessary

Tap (non-combo classes)

Moveable, modest, and comfortable attire. No jeans
Proper fitting tap shoes (shoes should only be worn in the studio)
Hair secured away from face, bun recommended

Jazz (non-combo classes)

Option 1: Black or solid color dance leotard, black fitted shorts, and black/tan tights
Option 2: Fitted tank top with black leggings (no bare midriffs)
Black slip-on, split-sole jazz shoes
Hair must be secured away from face and neck, bun recommended

Contemporary/Lyrical

Any color/style dance leotard, fitted tank, or dance top (no sports bras or bare midriff tops)
Any color/style dance pants or dance shorts
Barefoot
Hair must be secured away from face and neck, bun recommended

Acro

Leotard, biketard, or unitard of any color
Form fitting shorts required if not a 'bike' or unitard
Form tanks and biker shorts or leggings allowed if tank is long enough to cover stomach (no midriffs or uncovered sports bras allowed)
Hair secured away from face, low ponytail preferred
Bare feet

Hip-Hop

Any moveable, modest, and comfortable attire. No jeans or bare midriffs. (Attire worn for other dance classes, such as ballet or jazz, is not recommended. Relaxed attire promotes the necessary relaxed approach to hip hop technique.)
Supportive athletic shoes (not worn outside the studio)
Hair secured away from face

Musical Theater

Any moveable, modest, and comfortable attire. No jeans or bare midriffs.
Jazz shoes or barefoot is acceptable for class
Hair secured away from face

*Dance shoes should not be worn outside the Studio.

*Street shoes should not be worn inside the Studio.