Owner / Instructor

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Kelsey Britton, an Oklahoma native, has been passionately immersed in dance from an early age, receiving training from renowned master instructors in Ballet, Modern, Contemporary, Hip-Hop, Jazz, and Tap. Her talent and dedication led her to perform at the national level across the United States, including prestigious events like the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, Miss Dance of America and various collegiate and professional sports events. Kelsey’s formative years were marked by her participation in the Oklahoma Summer Arts Institute for Modern Dance and her selection for the Oklahoma All-State Dance Team, where she earned the coveted All-American title each year from the National Dance Association. Her excellence was further recognized by Dance Masters of America, where she earned the titles of Teen Miss Dance and Miss Dance of Chapter 35.

Kelsey continued to refine her craft at Oklahoma City University, majoring in Dance Performance. During her time there, she was a proud member of the American Spirit Dance Company and the Spirit of Grace Liturgical Company. Certified through Dance Masters of America and Acrobatic Arts, Kelsey now shares her expertise as a sought-after adjudicator for competitions across the southern region. She specializes in competitive dance choreography and instruction, bringing her passion for the art form to children of all ages. Additionally, Kelsey is deeply involved in her community, volunteering as a coach for the local elementary schools, the public library programs and more.

Residing in Newcastle, Kelsey cherishes her life with her husband Dustin, their three daughters—Maddie, Macie, and Millie—and their beloved dog, Mack. Her love for dance is only matched by her commitment to nurturing the next generation of dancers.

Hannah Healey has been dancing literally since birth. Hannah grew up dancing in her mother's studio in Western Oklahoma, studying ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, hip hop, and acrobatics.

Through High School, She became an assistant teacher for Diva School of Dance, and later became the hip hop instructor, where she continues to teach today. 

Hannah grew up in the competitive dance circuit and brought home many awards. She was named Petite Miss Dance and Teen Miss Dance of Chapter 35 in the Dance Masters of America organization. She was also named "Top Entertainer" - Talent on Parade's highest score of the competition, Celebrations Professional Promise Award, and many story teller awards with her stage presence and emotion.

Hannah has trained with world renown choreographers all across the country and has attended dance conventions in Washington D.C., Boston, Orlando, San Antonio, and Oklahoma City.

Currently, Hannah is enrolled at the University of Central Oklahoma, where she is studying Dance Education. Hannah is certified to teach Ballet and Jazz through Dance Masters of America. Hannah is excited to be apart of the Elevate family and bring her passion for dance to the kids at EDA, helping them grow in the art form.

 Born and raised in Broken Bow, OK, Madi Holmes is a Junior at the University of Oklahoma, where she is pursuing a degree in Pharmacy. While there she has been a two-year member of the OU Elite Dance Team, and also danced with the Bloom Professional Dance Company in Tuttle, OK. 

Growing up in her mom’s dance studio, Stepping Out School of Dance, she’s had a lifelong passion for dance and tumbling. Being a competitive dancer, she’s excelled in contemporary, jazz, tap and lyrical, earning her the title of Dancer of the Year finalist for KAR, Celebration Talent, and Rainbow dance competition companies, along with many other outstanding awards. Madi has attended numerous conventions and master classes, along with also traveling to LA with the KAR Hollywood Dance Invitational. 

Watching and working with her mom for years, she found a love for teaching and working with kids. She still enjoys coming home during the summer to teach and help out with studio business. Madi is so excited to have the opportunity to join the Elevate staff this year and hopes to instill the passion she has for dance in her students.

Jade Russell, a proud resident of Ardmore, Oklahoma, is a a graduate from the University of Central Oklahoma with a B.A.Ed in Dance Education. With a rich background spanning over 15 year and in the art from, Jade bring a dynamic blend of passion, experience, and expertise to the world of dance education.

During her time at UCO, she immersed herself training under the guidance of renowned instructors and guest artist alike. Notable figures such as Mike Esperanza,  Bubba Carr, and Terrill Mitchell have all contributed to Jade's development, shaping her into the versatile and accomplished dancer she is today.

While in college, Jade was a member of UCO's Kaleidoscope Dance Company. Jade had the privilege of showcasing her talent on prestigious states, captivating audiences with her grace, precision, and emotive performances. This company gave her a deep appreciation for collaboration, creativity, and the transformative power of dance.

Driven by a desire to share her passion for dance with the next generation of artists, Jade embarked on a fulfilling career in dance education. With seven years of teaching experience under her belt, she has become a trusted mentor and guide to aspiring dancers in the competitive world of dance. Jade's dedication extends beyond the studio walls, as she has ent her talents to the choreography of numerous productions for Oklahoma City and Putnam City public schools.

As a teacher and choreographer, Jade Russell continues to inspire and empower students to unlock their full potential, fostering a love for dance that transcends boundaries and transforms lives.

Mrs. Marita has been dancing since she was 3 years old. She grew up in Austin Texas and became a competitive dancer at age 7, dancing on average 35-40 hours per week! Maritagraduated from Texas Christian University with a degree in Biology!

While she attended TCU she danced on the competitive performance dance team for 2 years and later created a dance community service organization called TCU Tadpoles. Marita moved to Oklahoma in 2019 and now works for a Biotechnology company selling molecular diagnostic equipment! Mrs Maritahas been teaching dance for over 10 years and has experience working with dancers of all ages!

She leads with positive reinforcement and utilizes strength-based techniques and exercises to help students meet their dance goals! Mrs Marita has recently moved to Moore OK with her husband and their 2 German shepherds Sassy and Sig!