Director/Owner
Giselle Workman
Miss Gigi founded Step It Up Performing Arts in 1996 on the principles of fostering the gift of artistic performance in our community. Our focus is not on competition but on the total performance education and well- being of our students. While we don't focus on competition, we don't discourage it. Some of our students have auditioned and been accepted to Denver School of the Arts, The Russian Ballet, and recently, an invitation to audition at Julliard. Step It Up Performing Arts has developed a unique and powerful dance and performance educational program for toddlers to adults. Our students not only learn great technique, they have a lot of fun as well.
Poms, Jazz, Ballet & Musical Theater Instructor
Angelique
Dancing for many years and many styles, my love of dance started at the age of two years old. From ballet, tap and jazz when I was younger to hip-hop and poms as I got older. In high school, I tried out and danced competitively on my high school poms squad. After high school I quickly followed in my mother's foot steps falling in love with the art of teaching.
Hip-Hop Instructor
Melisha
Melisha Hines, has over 10+ years of dance experience, a renowned dance instructor specializing in Hip-Hop & Majorette, based in Denver, CO. Melisha has graced stages showcasing her talents as a choreographer/dancer for local artists while also choreographing on a competitive level. Melisha is dedicated to encouraging students to explore their creativity and push their boundaries. In her classes, students can expect a blend of technical training and creative choreography, all designed to challenge and inspire. Melisha is not just a teacher, but a mentor and an inspiration to her students, encouraging them to reach their fullest potential both in dance and in life. With her passion for dance that is as infectious as it is profound, she continues to leave a lasting impact in the dance world, one student at a time.
Tap Instructor
Eza
Bio Coming Soon
Tap & Lyrical Instructor
Jamie
For the past 10 years, Jamie has dove deep in all forms of dance. Including tap, jazz, lyrical, hip-hop, contemporary, ballet, and many more. this led to many performances, competitions, awards, and some of the closest friendships she ever made. Along with all the great memories that came from learning, she desired more from dance. She slowly started assisting with classes and fell in love with teaching. While focusing on teaching tap and a few others, her passion grew and her love for dance stayed. She is now a proud teacher at Step It Up Performing Arts Academy!