
The Instuctors
Piper

Piper began dancing locally, at age 7, continuing on through her school and competitive team. She enjoyed dancing in the Sacramento Ballet’s production of the Nutcracker growing up and has trained in Ballet, Pointe, jazz, lyrical, hip hop, contemporary, tap, modern, acro, and musical theatre. Piper later studied dance at Cal State Fullerton and is versed in Classical Ballet, Cecchetti and Balanchine technique. She has taught at various studios in the L.A. and surrounding Sacramento areas and dances professionally with RAE Model and Talent Agency. Piper is extremely proud and excited to be an integral part of Première School of Dance.
Tydiss

Tydiss discovered his passion for dance at the age of 12 and has since made a profound impact on his hometown of Stockton. He was recognized as a pioneering figure in the arts during his time in High School. Tydiss made history as the first young black male to establish a dance studio in Stockton at the age of 20. His journey spans involvement in dance clubs, local competitions in Stockton and Sacramento, and a diverse range of dance genres including Ballet, Hip-Hop, Bachata, Tap, Contemporary, Afro, Jazz, B-Boy, Locking, Freestyle, and lyrical.
Over 12 years, Tydiss has honed his craft and diversified his roles as a music artist, MC, performer, backup dancer, and professional choreographer for dance teams, local studios, and events across Stockton and Sacramento. With aspirations to expand his influence, Tydiss aims to achieve renown as a music artist and choreographer eventually plans to establish a dance studio in Sacramento.
Tydiss eagerly anticipates the opportunity to educate and inspire students at Première with his passion and expertise.
Mikiah
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Mikiah has been dancing in companies since the age of 9. He has experience in Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Musical Theatre, Ballet, Modern, Acrobatics and Contemporary. He is currently studying at Folsom Lake College earning his AA in dance as an aspiring professional dancer. In a few years Mikiah will continue his education by majoring in dance at the University Level. His goal in teaching is to cultivate a classroom full of inclusivity and fun, as well as focusing on the techniques and building strong well-rounded dancers. He is hoping that his love for dance will be shown through his teaching and that his students will find dance as enjoyable and interesting as he does.
Carin

Carin has dedicated more than 25 years to the field of education and earned her Master’s Degree in Education from Chapman University. Throughout her career, she has taught students of all ages, from kindergarten children to adults.
Carin firmly believes that anyone can become a dancer at any stage of life, as she herself began dancing as an adult. More than 15 years ago, she began training in tap and jazz and has since performed on stage with local studios in recitals, theatrical productions, and dance competitions.
She is delighted to be part of Premiere, where she is able to combine her lifelong passion for education with her love of dance.
Addison

Addison started dancing when she was 7. She officially joined a studio when she was 11 and immediately fell in love contemporary and hiphop. When she started ballet, it became her passion. Addison is experienced in jazz, hip hop, contemporary, Ballet and Pointe Her goal is to be to be part of San Diego State University Dance Team and she would like to keep dancing as much as possible, while teaching at Première.
Nicki

Nicki began dancing at age four in her hometown of Albuquerque, New Mexico. After taking a break to study voice, she reignited her passion for dance during her teenage years, later becoming a part of Energy In Motion Dance Company and Matrix Dance Improv. Nicki has studied RAD and Cecchetti Ballet, Pointe and Variations, Jazz, Tap, Character Dance, Modern, and Musical Theater. In pursuit of her artistic aspirations, Nicki relocated to Sacramento in 2019 to pursue a music degree with an emphasis on Classical Voice and Opera under the direction of Robin Fisher. She has continued to enrich her dance education through classes at Sacramento State University. Nicki is happy to have found a home at such a welcoming and loving studio like Première, where she eagerly anticipates inspiring students with her enthusiasm for dance.
Angela

Angela has been dancing since the age of 10. She spent more than seven years at local Sacramento dance studios. She has training in a variety of styles, including ballet, acro, jazz, and contemporary. She is currently taking college courses, majoring in both business and dance with the intention of one day opening her own dance studio. She can’t wait to teach what she loves.
Eliza

Eliza’s dance journey started with her extensive family history of professional dancers. From her Grandfather’s past in professional ballet, to her Mom’s professional dance and teaching career, and more, dance was bound to be in her blood. Realizing her passion at a young age, Eliza asked her mom to teach her Latin ballroom and ballet right at home. At age 11, Eliza continued exploring and performing different styles of dance at a local Sacramento studio and later in her high school, as well as attending gymnastics classes on the side. With a particular love for Musical Theater and storytelling, she went on to teach various styles of dance, and gymnastics, at local studios in Sacramento, all while studying child psychology and development, and helping children of different needs in schools. She is excited to join the Première team and share her passion for storytelling and evoking emotion through dance!
Bethany

Bethany is a dancer, performer, and educator with more than 30 years of experience. She earned her degree in Dance from the North Carolina School of the Arts and began her professional career at 18, making her Broadway debut as Rizzo in Grease. Her performance career has taken her from New York City stages, to music video sets, to cruise ships around the world, showcasing her versatility and passion for the art form.
Alongside performing, Bethany has taught at dance conventions and competitions nationwide, inspiring dancers of all ages with her energy, expertise, and dedication. In 2010, she opened her own dance studio in San Jose, building a thriving and supportive dance community before selling the studio in 2020. Now based in Sacramento, Bethany is excited to return Premiere Dance Studio where she is committed to helping the next generation of dancers grow in both skill and confidence.
Violet
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Violet started dance classes at 2, when she expressed a passion for dancing and wanted to take a class. Starting with Ballet, since then she has taken Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Lyrical, Hip Hop and Tap. She hopes to one day be a vital part of the dance community in her area and continue to teach and learn many styles of dance for as she can. Relatively new to teaching, she is excited to be apart of these dancers education!

