meet our team

hailey

Instructor

Hailey is an accomplished dancer in training. She began dancing with us at the age of 4 and has trained consistently since that age in all styles of dance.

Hailey studies Pre-Law at the University of Arizona with a minor in Dance. Currently she is in Los Angeles, California where she is taking part in a 6 month training program. While she is out in Los Angeles, she plans to take classes and learn from some of the best in the industry. 

Hailey has won numerous scholarships and titles with companies such as Jump and Radix. Hailey was the recipient of Grand National Titles. She is currently a Pre Professional assistant for the Tremaine Performance Company and has been with them since 2018. As Hailey travels the country with Tremaine, she continues to learn from some of the best instructors in the world. We are fortunate to have Hailey with us at Paradigm.

KYLIE

Instructor

Kylie grew up dancing and training in a broad range of styles as a competitive dancer in the Minneapolis area, winning many top awards both regionally and nationally--including a national choreography award. As a young dancer, Kylie also guest performed with Cities Classical Ballet Ensemble at Fringe Festival, the Kenny Kiser Show, and ARENA DANCES. Graduating with honors from the Saint Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists (SPCPA), Kylie had the privilege to work with some of Minnesota’s finest dance artists and companies, such as BRKFST Dance Company, Threads Dance Project, TU Dance, and Shapiro & Smith Dance.

Kylie attended St. Olaf College, where she graduated Summa Cum Laude in May 2023 with a double degree in Dance and Kinesiology with minors in Neuroscience and Media Studies. In her time at St. Olaf, she choreographed for and danced in Grammy artist Caliph’s live performance of Dummy, Synergy’s Concerto in D. Major, the Ole Tap Collective, St. Olaf’s production of Noye’s Fludde, and the 2022 and 2023 Company Dance Spring Concert, as well as guest performed with Stuart Pimsler Dance and Theatre. In addition to her studies at St. Olaf, Kylie lived in New York the winter of ‘23 where she trained at Broadway Dance Center, Steps Dance Center, American Ballet Theatre, American Tap Foundation, Alvin Ailey, Peridance, Gibney Dance, and Mark Morris. 

As a DPT student at Mayo clinic, Kylie is passionate about increasing awareness of safer training and injury prevention practices and holds certifications in Progressing Ballet Technique and Strength and Conditioning through the NSCA. She is excited to continue teaching, choreographing, and sharing the joy of dance at Paradigm!

Dasha

Instructor

Dasha is a former US National Team rhythmic gymnast and competitive contemporary dancer with elite training and extensive experience.

Dasha began her athletic journey in Rhythmic Gymnastics at the age of 3. Throughout her career, she competed extensively across the United States, claiming numerous state and regional titles. She secured multiple USA Gymnastics Championship titles and won the Junior Olympics for several consecutive years. Alongside her gymnastics career, Dasha has been actively involved in dance, specializing in contemporary dance, ballet, and acrobatics.

Following her retirement, she has established a strong reputation among elite dancers as a teacher and coach, focusing on high-level instruction, professional training, discipline, and nurturing dancers' expertise to create the best environment for future success. She has continued to add to her many accolades as a teacher and choreographer, choreographing award-winning routines for YAGP and UBC competitions.

On the side, Dasha is a first-year graduate student at the Mayo Clinic, where she is pursuing a Master's degree in Physician Assistant studies. In her free time, she enjoys choreographing and improvising routines, and is passionate about sharing her expertise with future champions.

SAMUEL

Hip Hop Instructor

Samuel brings energy, precision, and passion to every class he teaches. With a deep-rooted love for hip hop culture and a versatile background in choreography, performance, and freestyle, Samuel creates a space where dancers of all levels can grow, explore, and express themselves.

At Paradigm Dance Project, Samuel teaches beginner through advanced hip hop classes that blend foundational grooves with the latest trends, competition-level technique, and an emphasis on storytelling through movement. His experience as a music producer and creative artist adds an extra layer of musicality and vibe to his classes, making each session fresh, dynamic, and rhythmically sharp.

Whether working with young competitors or adults discovering dance for the first time, Samuel is known for his encouraging teaching style, innovative choreography, and ability to bring out each dancer's unique style. His goal? To inspire confidence, connection, and creativity on and off the dance floor.

LAURA

Instructor

Laura has danced for over 35 years and has been a coach and choreographer in the competitive dance industry for over 20 years. She grew up dancing competitively in the Twin Cities at the former Butterfield Gallery of Dance in Maple Grove, MN. She trained primarily in ballet, jazz, lyrical, tap and musical theater; and has traveled throughout the United States learning from the greats of the industry. In college, she spent her first two years as a dance major at the University of Minnesota, and later graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Child Psychology. From there, Laura served as a coach, choreographer, and leader helping to design and administer a variety of programs with Fusion Dance (a nationally recognized program out of Red Wing, MN) for over 10 years. Her dances have won top awards in the competition circuit.

Laura’s basic philosophy is that technique never goes out of style! Beyond technique, Laura's class asks students to pull from their life experiences to heighten their level of performance. As each student learns the same choreography, they are presented with many ways to perform it. Laura keys on the individuality of each student and asks them to bring that uniqueness

to their routines. This is truly a valuable skill for any dancer, young or old, to realize. Further, being a child psychology graduate, Laura has found many interesting ways to help her students gain this skill.

Although most of Laura's time with dance has been choreographing and teaching, she has performed with Colleen McClelland’s dance troupe for a Red Wing Shoe Company industrial, as well as having featured roles in Judi Olson's dance companies, Ignite and Synergy, and with the American Heritage Dance Company under the direction of Maria Boscaino. Loving dance with all her heart, Laura has found a noble profession in teaching dance. She loves to perform but her true calling has been teaching and all the rewards that watching dancers grow has to offer.

Miss Mini

Instructor

Miss Mini, who grew up dancing at Paradigm Dance Project, is thrilled to now be a part of the teaching staff. This studio has always been her second home and she is passionate about sharing the joy of dance with others. Whether she's taking classes to further her knowledge and refine her own skills, or leading students through choreography, she is dedicated to creating a challenging but encouraging learning environment where everyone can thrive. Mini believes that dance is for everyone, and she's excited to help her students discover their own unique potential and love for movement, just like she has!

Mini is currently on the Tremaine Performance Company, assisting many renowned dance instructors and choreographers. She has attended numerous competitions and conventions and she has been awarded many scholarships, awards and recognition for her talents.

Miss sarah

Instructor

With over 15 years of dance experience, Miss Sarah brings a deep passion and dedication to each class she leads. She has trained in multiple dance styles and continues to grow as both a performer and educator. Sarah has attended numerous competitions and conventions earning awards and scholarships that recognize her talent, hard work, and artistry. Sarah has trained with some of the industry's best instructors and choreographers. She is committed to helping young dancers build strong technique, confidence, and a love for dance.

jaden

Instructor

Jaden Kramer is an accomplished dancer with accolades such as Dancer of the Year, Winning numerous National Championships as Soloist and Company group competitor. He has trained and worked with many world renown choreographers. Jaden has had a very extensive dance career for more than 16 years and he is an amazing asset to team at Paradigm Dance Project.

KIRSTEN

Instructor

Kirsten began dancing at the age of 2 and found a lifelong passion. She grew up dancing in the Twin Cities and started dancing competitively at 8 years old at QC Studio of Dance and went on to compete in multiple lines between QC's two studios. Her training included all styles of dance; with tap and jazz as her favorites. Dance camps, conventions, parade unit, and competitive team captain of the competition lines kept her busy dancing year-round. Her teams won many regional and national titles. In high school she joined the Blaine Bengalettes dance team where she went on to be a varsity member, a head choreographer and captain While her team won multiple conference championships and finals finishes, she helped lead them to a second place finish in State in jazz her senior year. After high school she continued to take classes, attend camps, was the captain of a semi-professional football team's dance team, and began coaching at Blaine High School while earning her biology degree at the University of Minnesota. When she moved to Rochester to work at Mayo Clinic, she was lucky enough to teach various classes at Allegro School of Dance and Music and grew her love for the sport of dance team as the head coach of the Century High School competitive dance team for 12 years. She is currently finishing her master's degree in clinical counseling and looks forward to working as a child therapist.

Kirsten's dance specialties are teaching dancers to improve movement through body mechanics, creating dynamic choreography, and helping a group find their connection. Her favorite role is helping build teams and helping each dancer unlock their own potential to elevate their training and energy for performance. She loves teaching all ages from tiny tappers to seniors.