THE TEAM

who we are

MISS EMMA

owner & director

lead instructor & head coach

Emma grew up in the dance community of Bellingham, beginning at age three. Her training is rooted with a foundation in classical ballet, though she has also studied, competed, and choreographed in many other styles, such as jazz, contemporary, hip hop, musical theatre, and ballroom. After studying at Cornish College of the Arts, Emma came back to Bellingham to pursue her passion of teaching and choreography. Her specialties include ballet, jazz, contemporary, musical theatre, technique, and competition dance. Emma is also a licensed secondary teacher in the state of WA, and uses her experience teaching in public schools to help create EDC's well-rounded dance curricula.

As studio owner, Emma's main priority is the health and safety of all of her dancers - physically, mentally, and emotionally. Emma employs an holistic approach to her instruction, expertly balancing high-level technical training with psychological mindfulness work in order to provide a safe & inclusive space where dancers work hard and laugh harder.

Emma is certified via Acrobatic Arts & Safe Sports, & teaches:

Ballet/Pointe
Jazz
Contemporary/Lyrical
Musical Theatre
Skills & Drills

MISS JULIE

studio manager

strength & conditioning coach

Julie brings many qualities and areas of experience with her to the studio. Having recently ‘retired’ from her corporate job in all things related to business administration and project management she joined the EDC family as our Studio Manager (fondly referred to as Momager), focusing on supporting the operations and making sure the lights stay lit and the music stays loud.

Not only does Julie bring decades of business management experience she has also pursued various certifications in movement of all types. Holding certificates in Yoga, anatomy, trauma studies and lastly USA Weightlifting for youth and adults. With these credentials Julie is also our strength training program director which is designed specific to the needs of our dancers, keeping them strong and healthy for years and years.
You can find Julie behind the desk giving high fives and reminders to stay hydrated 😉

Miss Julie is certified via Safe Sports & teaches Strength & Conditioning.

MISS KENNA

assistant director

hip hop program director

instructor & eect coach

Kenna Cannon has been dancing for over 17 years and teaching for almost 10. She grew up dancing, competing, and teaching in Wenatchee, Washington. She was also involved in WWU's hip hop dance team pre-pandemic. In her past years of teaching she has instructed hip hop, jazz, lyrical, and musical theater. Her favorite part of dancing is getting to move her body to music, whether it be a choreographed performance, or an improv session in her living room. Kenna loves to bond with her students through physical movement and class discussions, both promoting self expression. She loves EDC and the family that comes with it!

Miss Kenna is certified via Safe Sports & teaches:

Hip Hop
Jazz
Contemporary/Lyrical
Skills & Drills
Musical Theatre