Introducing our amazing instructors!!

Introducing our amazing admin team!!

Born and raised in Elko, Nevada, Gabriella immersed herself in the world of dance at a young age, competing fervently and with dedication. For years, she honed her skills in Ballet, Lyrical and Jazz, but her true passion lies in sharing her love of dance with others. As her own competitive career flourished, she discovered her calling in teaching, and now loves to instill students with the same fervor and appreciation for dance while helping them reach their full potential. When she is not in a studio, she is normally found with a good book and caffeine.

Catherine began her dance journey at Westchester Theater Dance Academy at the age of 2. Her dance styles were influenced by her teachers, Mary-Ann Strilka and Romayne Strilka, both former Rockettes. Her education continued at Rolann's School of the Dance in Orlando where she competed and won multiple awards and dance scholarships. She then went on to Niagara University for a BFA in Theater Arts. Since then Catherine has taught, and guest taught at multiple studios in various states. She hopes to share her love of dance with all of her students

Stephanie Rathbone is a mother of 3 kids. 1 girl and 2 boys. She has lived in Spring Creek for just over 10 years and she loves it here. The sunsets are her favorite of anywhere. She loves to do anything with her family. Camping in the summer and swimming in the pool! Sunday movie nights are her favorite! She is extremely upbeat and ready to get back in the studio to teach again! She has taught ballet for many, many years here in Elko and also in Utah before she moved to Elko!

Kylie Bessert grew up dancing in the small town of Spring Creek, Nevada. She extended her love for dance by studying for four years in the dance program at Brigham Young University-Idaho in Rexburg Idaho. She graduated from the university in the spring of 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in dance, including an emphasis in choreography and performance. She has been a part of many choreographic processes, including university performances, the professional dance company SALT’s performance of Pan, and fellow students’ projects. She had opportunities to teach people of all ages in the community of Rexburg. Kylie’s main styles are modern and contemporary. She has also practiced jazz and ballet, with some experience in hip hop, clogging and social dance. Kylie has been a member of the Universities Collegiate dance team twice. She finished out her college experience by touring and performing with the Dance Alliance team to New York, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey.

Krista has had a love for Dance since she was just a toddler. Any time the camera was out, Krista was dancing / performing for her parents and family. She grew up doing various styles of dance.. but as she got older, more lively, edgy and empowering forms of dance became her favorite! Her roles as Wife & Mom of 4 keep her pretty busy, but she feels so fortunate for her “Me Time” to not only consist of being a Fitness Instructor at a local gym, but now teach the amazing art of Hip-Hop, Sultry & Heels Adult Dance here at our new studio!

Breanna is from a small town in New Mexico. Her and her family moved to Elko a couple of years ago and immediately fell in love with the town and community! She is a wife and mother of two. She spends most of her time homeschooling her two littles and having fun with her family. She thrives on being creative and spends any free time creating and designing projects on her Cricut. She enjoys being around people and is looking forward to all future adventures with Elko En Pointe!!