OUR COACHES

Our team is full of well-rounded individuals who exude positivity, have a passion for dance and love watching others grow. We cannot wait to share our knowledge and support growth throughout your dance journey!

Founder and Director

Kristen Cullen

Kristen grew up dancing at a competitive studio. She was a 4-year member and captain of her high school and college dance teams. Graduating from Central Connecticut State University with a major in Communications and a Minor in Dance. Kristen was a member and choreographer of their dance company and received the 2018 Estelle Jones Triarhos Scholarship. Kristen was a professional dancer with the Solar Power Dance Team for the WNBA Connecticut Sun and the Howlers Dance Team for NLL Black Wolves. Kristen coached Woodland Regional High School’s dance team for 2 years and continues to choreograph for them as well as various dance teams, competitive studios, companies and schools. She has taught at many recreational and competitive studios in Connecticut and Florida. Kristen is also the current coach of the UConn Dance Team.

Assistant Director

Jennifer Cataldi

Jennifer is a dancer, choreographer, dance team coach, and teacher. She grew up going to an arts magnet middle and high school where she studied dance. Working with artists such as Jeremy McQueen, and Matt Steffanina. She continued her dance career in college dancing for Central Connecticut's Dance Team, and an active member of their dance company, DanceCentral. She received her BA in Communications with a specialization in PR and a minor in dance. Jennifer now coaches the Woodland Regional Dance Team, and has assisted Kristen in working with and choreographing for Roger Williams University. Jennifer continues to be an active member of the dance community with masterclasses, coaching, and teaching.

Assistant Director

Katie MacRae

Katie has danced her whole life and now continues her love for the art by teaching and choreographing throughout Connecticut. She also choreographs and works closely with the Wethersfield High School Dance Team. Katie has performed in Disney World and on various Carnival Cruise lines, and was a member of the Endicott Dance Team. Katie has a BA in Business Marketing and Communications and works as a Market Research Consultant outside of her work in dance.