Meet Our 2025 Instructors

Nigerian American Comfort Fedoke is a multi-talented, choreographer, actor, singer, and Emmy award winning dancer. Known for competing on So You Think You Can Dance Season 4, and was invited back for several years as an All-Star , choreographer, and mentor.

On stage, Comfort has worked and performed live with talented artists such as H.E.R, John Legend, Florence and the Machine, Harry Styles, Kanye West, LL Cool J, Chaka Khan, Taylor Swift, Rihanna, Wale, Jason Derulo, JLo, Travis Scott, Drake, Gwen Stefani, Lizzo, Missy Elliott, etc.

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Chelsie Hightower is a nationally-recognized dancer from Orem, Utah. She was a fan favorite, All-Star, and choreographer on FOX’s hit TV show So You Think You Can Dance. Two of the duets she danced in were nominated for Emmy awards. She then toured in a national arena tour with that season’s top ten.

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Soon after, she made her debut as a professional dancer on ABC’s, Dancing With The Stars where she worked for the next 8 seasons. Her partners have ranged from Olympic athletes to world-renowned entertainers. She was nominated for an Emmy award for a dance she choreographed with fellow cast mate Derek Hough.

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The BYU Cougarettes are a 22-time national champion dance team from Brigham Young University, celebrated for their precision, artistry, and innovation in both performance and competition. With titles spanning jazz, hip-hop, and overall dance categories, they are widely regarded as one of the most elite collegiate dance teams in the nation.

The Cougarettes have dazzled audiences at BYU athletic events, including football and basketball halftime shows, and have represented the university at prestigious events such as NCAA tournaments and international cultural showcases. Their viral performances and groundbreaking choreography have earned widespread acclaim, including appearances with Vocal Point and a featured role in BYUtv productions.

Known for blending technical excellence with emotional storytelling, the BYU Cougarettes continue to set the standard in collegiate dance while inspiring fans and dancers around the world.

Charity Reid is celebrated for her fearless and emotional performances. Trained in ballroom, jazz, hip hop, tumbling, ballet, and contemporary, she’s competed since age 5, winning national titles like Amateur Latin Ballroom Champion and 2-time Cabaret Champion. Known for her innovative tricks, she has also excelled in jazz and contemporary, earning top awards at competitions and conventions. Charity reached the finals on NBC’s World of Dance with Andres and has performed globally with her unique style. Over the last 5 years, she has danced professionally with Derek Hough in Live!and Symphony of Dance tours, Las Vegas residencies, TV appearances, and special events.

Keaton Kermode, from Fairland, Indiana, has been dancing for 19 years and trained at Style Dance Academy. Now based in Los Angeles, he’s pursuing a professional career in commercial dance. Keaton was the Season 17 Runner-Up for So You Think You Can Dance and has worked with top industry choreographers. He’s toured as an assistant with Dancemakers Inc. and served as a Refresh Squad Member for three years.

Keaton began teaching at 14 and was guest teaching by 17. He now teaches in Los Angeles, focusing on technique, artistry, and storytelling in movement. His classes aim to create a supportive, inspiring space where dancers feel seen and challenged.

Passionate about community, Keaton is committed to giving back to the next generation. He emphasizes creating narratives for combinations to make movement more powerful and purposeful. Keaton encourages individuality, helping students absorb choreography and make it their own while pushing artistic boundaries.

Hailey Bills is a talented and versatile dancer with an impressive career in both performance and choreography. She has toured with renowned artist Derek Hough, showcasing her exceptional skills on a global stage. She is a proud member of the BYU Cougarettes,  solidifying her status as a top-tier dancer. Throughout her career, she has won numerous national dance competitions, demonstrating her technical expertise and passion for the art. In addition to her performance accolades, Hailey’s choreography blends classical and contemporary styles, often exploring deep emotional themes such as identity, vulnerability, and resilience. With a passion for teaching, Hailey is committed to nurturing the next generation of dancers, inspiring them to find their unique artistic voices.

Kenidee Allen Sims is a dancer from West Haven, Utah, who began dancing at age 4. She has performed in High School Musical: The Musical: The Series on Disney+, Nickelodeon’s All That, and Andy Mack on Disney Channel. Her credits also include Asher Angel’s 'for u' tour, Dear Dumb Diary, and So You Think You Can Dance Season 18. Recently, she performed in the Savor After Hours residency alongside Maks and Val Chmerkovskiy, Jenna Johnson, Artem Chigvintsev, and more. Kenidee is passionate about inspiring others through her love of dance.

Kamri is a dancer from Mapleton, Utah. She has spent her young life training in various styles of dance, but she has especially fallen in love with Ballroom.

She's a United States Under 10 Vice Champion, and a two-time United States Under 12 Finalist. She represented the USA at the Open World Championships in Paris, France, and was also featured in the March 2018 issue of Dance Spirit Magazine, chronicling her experience there. She was also a pro on Dancing with the Stars Juniors in the fall of 2018.

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Kamri is very passionate about Ballroom and is excited to share her love of dance with others.

Tommy has danced in Mariah Carey’s Lovers and Friends festival and Christmas Time tour, Miley Cyrus’s River music video, and Disney’s High School Musical: The Musical: The Series. He toured internationally with Latin pop sensation Rebelde, performing for sold-out crowds of 90,000, and was a principal dancer in 1660 Vine choreographed by Paula Abdul. His credits include Stevie Wonder at the Democratic National Convention, Hermes’s A Live Parade, and Ben Platt on AGT. He was also a faculty member for Debbie Allen Dance Academy and a principal dancer for Odyssey Dance Theatre.

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Leigha Sanderson is a talented dancer, singer, and performer known for her appearances on Dancing Queen and Siwa's Dance Pop Revolution. A former member of the girl group XOMG POP, she gained valuable experience in both dance and music. Leigha is also a social media influencer, sharing her journey with fans on Instagram and TikTok. Despite facing health challenges, including spina bifida, her resilience and dedication to her craft continue to inspire others. Leigha’s career as a rising star in the entertainment industry is just beginning.