Meet Our STAFF

Nicole Hardman

Studio Owner / Teacher

Creative Dance, Tap, Jazz & Ballet

"My dance experience started at 4 years old when I took a tap/ballet class at my local community center. At the age of 10 I joined a dance studio and participated in tap, jazz & ballet, performing in annual performances and competitions. My love for dance continued into college, where I majored in Dance Education. During my years at Brigham Young University, I had opportunities to perform in educational outreach programs both locally and in New York inner city schools. While on the east coast, I participated in a collaboration with Temple University performing at the Dance and the Child International conference. The following year I was able to attend the DACI conference in The Hague, Netherlands where I presented research to other dance educators involving the positive effects of dance for the development of our youth. I firmly believe that art, music and dance can enhance a child's educational, emotional, physical and social development. Teaching dance brings me so much joy!"

Melissa Franz

Teacher

Ballet, Tap & Jazz

"My name is Melissa Franz and I have been dancing since I was 3 years old! I have danced for 17 years and have been teaching dance for the last 5 years. I love working with children and watching how dance helps them develop self-confidence and unlocks their artistic creativity. I have taught ballet, hip-hop, and musical theater. I have performed in Broadway pieces, musicals, and other performing arts, and I love them all! I am a mother to two children and a director for a daycare center. I am also a vocal coach and a trained opera singer. The arts are just my forte and working with children is my passion. I look forward to working with your children in the upcoming dance year."

Mirandy Lewis

Office Manager

"My name is Mirandy, and I have been involved with dance & music for many years! I have 5 kids ages 19 to 11. My daughter started dancing at just 18 months old. I have 3 kids currently that play music. I was also a band/choir kid throughout school. I absolutely love the arts and love that we can bring the art of dance & music to Fernley!" 

Andrew Kibbe

Teacher

Guitar

"My name is Andrew or Drew and I was born in 1980. I have had the love of music since I can remember. I have played with the Drum Corps, orchestras, worship teams, and some small bands. I am married to my wonderful wife Mary and together we have 3 beautiful girls. I want to share my passion and encourage others to learn instruments and the passion it can create!"

  Jamen Workman

Teacher

Percussion

"My name is Jamen Workman. I am 19 years old and currently going to college for music education. I started learning to read music in the first grade and started playing percussion when I got into the third grade. In high school, I played in the jazz band, concert band and marching band. I am currently a part of the UNR marching band's drumline. I am currently on the worship team at Summit Church. I am also the drummer for the rock band, In Another Life. Music is my passion, and I love teaching!

  Noah Chavez

Teacher

Guitar, Piano

Noah was born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada and was surrounded by music from a very young age. When he was eight years old, his parents put him into piano lessons. He continued those lessons for nearly twelve years performing at the UNLV Junior festival competition for the majority of those years. After graduating high school, Noah picked up the guitar and music production in an attempt to start creating his own original material. His love for music and songwriting inspired him to begin playing in a band, In Another Life, a band that he continues to rock on with today. Noah also writes and produces music with his brother Alex for the band Myriad. In addition to music, Noah also enjoys rock climbing, reading, running and hiking among other hobbies. Noah is excited to spread his love of music, piano and guitar to inspire the next generation of rockers and pianists. 

 Laken Boonlua

Teacher / Coach

Competition Teams, Tumbling, Technique

Sophie Workman

Assistant Teacher

Ballet, Creative, Jazz

"My name is Sophie Workman and I started dance when I was 2 years old. I have been dancing for almost 15 years now. I have been helping teach children ages 3 - 8 for the past few years and I absolutely love it! I have experience in ballet, jazz, and tap. I am currently a junior at Fernley High School. I love staying in shape and being active. I have participated in soccer, cheerleading, dance team, wrestling and track at my school. I also enjoy babysitting and love spending time with little kids."

Bella Bezinque

Assistant Teacher

Hip Hop, Jazz

"My name is Bella Bezinque. I am 16 years old and a junior at Fernley High School. I am currently in my 3rd year of varsity dance at FHS. I have 7 years of dance experience, school teams and studio time. My favorite dance styles are contemporary, hip hop and jazz. I am excited to continue my passion of teaching dance to others! 

Molly Wilkinson

Assistant Teacher

Hip Hop, Tap

"My name is Molly Wilkinson. I have been dancing for as long as I can remember. Dance is something I have loved for a very long time. I have started to teach dance to younger kids and absolutely love it! I have been an assistant teacher for almost a year now. I love kids and love the opportunity to spend time with them. I am very excited for this year, it is going to be fun!"

Annabella Villa

Assistant Teacher

Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop

"My name is Annabella Villa, I am 14 years old and currently a freshman at FHS.  I have experience in jazz, ballet, lyrical, and hip hop. I am currently assisting at FPA for ballet and I am also part of the competition team. I have danced and assisted at multiple dance studios, and I love to teach the little dancers and help them grow to love to dance the same way I do!"

Lindsay Durocher

Teacher

Mommy & Me

"I’m Lindsay Durocher. I grew up in Utah. We’ve lived in Fernley for four years now and really enjoy it. My husband and I just celebrated 11 years of marriage and we have four kids. I used to teach elementary school, but right now I stay home with the kids. I also teach REFIT classes at my gym and church. I love kids, music, dance and movement so the Mommy and Me class is perfect for me!"