DEDICATION DANCE
Elizabeth Vandergrift
Owner & Instructor
Elizabeth has been in the dance world for 31 years. She has competed in countless competitions and conventions, studied dance at both IUPUI and Butler, and has now been a teacher/choreographer for 20 years. Elizabeth has experience teaching all ages from just 1 1/2 years old to adults! Her teaching and assisting background includes the genres of tap, ballet, clogging, jazz, musical theatre, acro, lyrical, Hawaiian, poms, Zumba, and DanceFit.
Elizabeth is very much looking forward to having a studio of her own where she wants to provide an encouraging, positive space for dancers of all ages, whether they are just beginning their dance journey or furthering their current dance path!! Most importantly, we want to keep it fun for all students!
Stacie Woempner
Instructor
Stacie was raised in Morgantown, IN. She started her dance journey at the age of just 3! Stacie graduated with a BFA in dance from the University of Saint Francis where she studied and performed with the Fort Wayne Ballet. She has had 11 years experience in the field as a dance Instructor, teaching various styles including: Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Tap, Musical Theatre, Hip-Hop, fitness & more! Stacie has worked previously as the Executive & Artistic Director in Columbus, IN. Stacie currently teaches locally for studios in Martinsville, Franklin and Beech Grove. She continues to be a substitute teacher in the area as well. Stacie is currently a company member dancing professionally with Relevations Dance Company performing all over Indiana.
Stacie is extremely excited to be teaching for many new dance studios this Fall. She is most excited to train and equip dancers with the proper etiquette, technique, and self-confidence that will enable and empower them to transform into the powerful dancer that they dream of being!
"My love for dance has touched hundreds of dancers' lives over the years. I look forward to being a positive role model and significant impact to each dancer along their journey!”
Leslie Zepeda
Leslie was a student of Miss Elizabeth's for many years and competed for Elizabeth as well at Dedication Dance. Currently, she has joined our team as a teacher/choreographer and a substitute teacher! We are super excited to have Leslie on board with our studio and can't wait to see what she is bringing to the stage this season!! Her passion for dance is a great thing to watch and Miss Elizabeth is so proud watching her grow from a dancer into a wonderful teacher.