The Prestige Dance Faculty
We have large faculty of highly experienced, accredited and esteemed staff here at Prestige Dance Academy. We are passionate about providing the best possible training for the dancers at our studio and we believe that that starts with incredible teachers. Our widely talented staff have a multitude of backgrounds in all forms of dance and provide our students with well-rounded comprehensive training in all genres of dance. Most of our staff holds a long teaching history with our faculty and we are proud of their dedication to the growth of our studio. Our dance educators are continually pursuing professional development and teacher training to stay up to date with new techniques and trends being offered in the dance industry. Did you know that you will find many of our teachers at all three of our dance studio campuses? Learn more about our faculty here:
THE PRESTIGE DANCE TEACHER APPRENTICES
Miss McKinna Gunderson
Hi, my name is Miss McKinna! I am 17 years old and going into grade 12 at Central Memorial High School.
I have been dancing since I was two and have been at Prestige for 10 years. I love all disciplines of dance but my favourite is tap.
When I’m not dancing, I enjoy photography, volleyball, and spending time with friends and family.
This is my 2nd year as part of the Prestige Apprenticeship Program and I can’t wait to continue sharing my love of dance!
Miss Harlee Crisp
My name is Harlee. I am in Grade 10 at Ernest Manning High School, and I am 15 years old.
I have been with Prestige since I was 5 years old and have danced my entire life. My favourite styles of dance are jazz, acro, and lyrical; I truly can not pick just one.
In my spare time I love getting together with my friends and family and traveling to places such as my cabin in BC.
This is my first year being a part of the Apprenticeship Program, and I can not wait to learn from this experience and share my love of dance!
Miss Keely Macijuk
Hi, my name is Keely! I am 15 and in Grade 11 at Central Memorial High School.
I started dancing at Prestige at the age of 8. I tried multiple different styles of dance but found jazz to be my favourite.
Outside of dance, I enjoy going horseback riding and spending time outside with my friends and family.
I have been a part of the STEP Team Program for two years, but this is my first year of the Prestige Apprenticeship Program. I’m looking forward to another great year of sharing my love of dance!
THE PRESTIGE DANCE STEP TEAM
Miss Claire Weisgerber
Hi, my name is Claire. I’m 13 years old and I am in Grade 9 at St. Gregory Junior High.
I have been dancing at Prestige since I was 6 years old, and I am beyond excited to be a part of the STEP Team this year. My favourite styles of dance are contemporary, acro, and jazz.
Outside of dance I love to go on new adventures with my friends and family such as hiking in the summer and skiing in the winter.
I can’t wait to spend more time dancing and participating in new opportunities as well as sharing my love and passion for dance with you all this year.
Miss Ema Nikolic
Hello! My name is Ema. I am 12 turning 13 in November. I am in grade 8 at Elboya school.
My favourite styles of dance are ballet and acro, although I love all the other disciplines such as hip hop, tap, jazz, etc. I started ballet and jazz around the age of 2. I started all the other styles around the age of 10.
When I’m not dancing or doing homework I like to hang out with friends, bake, penny board, or play board games with my sisters and cousins.
This is my first year as a part of the STEP Team, and I cannot wait to teach all of you in order to continue your journey as a dancer.
Miss Sydney Slauko
Hi, my name is Sydney. I am 12 years old, and I am in grade 8 at Mount Royal Junior High School. I began doing Mommy and Me dance classes when I was 2 but started dancing at Prestige when I was 5 and started competitively dancing when I was 8 and have loved every second of it!
I am beyond excited to assist the teachers and continue to express my passion for dance around the studio in a new and different way. My favourite disciplines are jazz, contemporary, and acro. When I am not dancing I love to hang out with my friends and go to the lake at my cabin.
This will be my first year of STEP teaching, and I can not wait to get to know all of you better and to watch all of you do what you love!
Miss Alexa Andrews
Hi, my name is Alexa! I am 13 years old, and I am in grade 8 at Mount Royal Junior High School. I have been dancing since I was 3, and my favourite styles are tap, musical theatre, and acro.
When I’m not dancing I love spending time with my friends and family by watching movies or playing games. I also enjoy walking my dog, Finnegan.
This is my 1st year on the Prestige STEP Team and I am ecstatic to share my love, passion, and joy of dance this upcoming year!
Miss Savannah Helper
Hello! My name is Ema. I am 12 turning 13 in November. I am in grade 8 at Elboya school.
My favourite styles of dance are ballet and acro, although I love all the other disciplines such as hip hop, tap, jazz, etc. I started ballet and jazz around the age of 2. I started all the other styles around the age of 10.
When I’m not dancing or doing homework I like to hang out with friends, bake, penny board, or play board games with my sisters and cousins.
Miss Lindsay Walsh
Hello, my name is Lindsay! I am in grade 7 at Vincent Massey.
My favourite discipline is ballet, and I have been dancing since I was 3.
I love going on my boat swimming, biking, and spending time with my family. I can’t wait to see what this year brings!
Miss Madeline Bourque
Hello, my name is Miss Maddie! I am 14 years old, and in Grade 9 at Rundle College Junior High School.
I have been dancing since I was 6 years old and my favourite discipline is lyrical.
When I’m not dancing I enjoy spending time with my friends and traveling.
This is my fourth year at Prestige and my second year on the STEP Team. I am excited to share my love of dance as a STEP teacher!
Miss Isabella Swan
Hi, my name is Isabella Swan! I am 14 years old, and I am in Grade 9 at Springbank High School. I have been dancing with Prestige since I was 3 years old, and my favourite part about it is the joy it brings me when I get to perform on stage.
I enjoy all styles of dance but my personal favourites would have to be jazz and contemporary. When I am not dancing, I love to spend time outside hiking, mountain biking, running, swimming, and paddleboarding. I also love to spend time with my family and friends.
This will be my second year on the Prestige STEP Team, and I am beyond excited to share my passion for dance!
Mr. Lucas Macijuk
Hi, my name is Lucas, I am in Grade 8 at Bishop Pinkham Junior High.
I have been dancing since I was 7 years old and I practice hip hop and tap.
Outside of the studio I like to play rugby, go horseback riding, go camping, and do many more outdoor activities.
This is my first year a part of the STEP Program, and I am very excited to share my love of dance.
Mr. Vincent Verwey
Hi my name is Vinny and I am 13 years old and heading into Grade 9.
I have been dancing in Hip Hop for 6 years. I started competing in Tap, Jazz and Hip Hop 3 years ago and started Step Teaching at the same time.
This is my first year at Prestige and I am so excited to join the Prestige STEP team!
Outside of dance I like to ride my dirt bike and spend time with my Great Dane, Izzy. I can’t wait to begin dancing at Prestige.
Miss Ava Huber
Hello, My name is Ava! I am 14 years old and I am in Grade 9 at the Calgary Girls Charter School.
I have been dancing at Prestige for 6 years, and my favourite styles of dance are contemporary, jazz and ballet.
When I am not dancing I love hanging out with my friends, and spending time with my family. In the summer I love wake surfing, swimming and walking my dog Stevie.
This is my 2nd year as part of the Prestige Step Team and can’t wait to share my love of dance with everyone around me!
Miss Ella Burry
Hello, My name is Ella! I am 14 years old and I am in Grade 9 at Prince Of Peace School.
I have been dancing at Prestige Dance Academy for 4 years and my favourite disciplines are tap, jazz, and lyrical.
Outside of dancing, I love to play volleyball, swim, and have fun with my friends! I also love to go for bike rides with my sister!
This is my 2nd year on the Prestige STEP Team and I am so excited to continue sharing my love of dance!
