Meet our Team In Munising, Michigan

Ashley Tremblay Dance Director

Ashley is a highly accomplished dancer and dance instructor with a strong passion for the art form. Born and raised in Sault Ste Marie, Michigan, Ashley has dedicated her life to honing her skills and mastering various dance disciplines. Having trained extensively in Ontario, Ashley has successfully completed all levels of the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) certification, solidifying her technical foundation and expertise. She stands proudly as a testament to the rigorous training and discipline demanded by the RAD program.

Beyond her local training, Ashley has ventured onto the international stage, competing in dance competitions across the globe. Her exceptional talent and unwavering dedication have earned her recognition and respect from peers and industry professionals alike. Furthermore, Ashley holds the distinguished honor of being accepted into both the Quinta and Interlochen Fine Arts Programs. These prestigious institutions have provided her with invaluable experiences, exposing her to diverse artistic perspectives and strengthening her artistic versatility.

With an impressive teaching career spanning 22 years, Ashley has nurtured the next generation of dancers across all disciplines. Her students benefit from her wealth of knowledge, guidance, and genuine passion for dance. Along with her background in dance Ashley also hold the following certifications: USAG certified, CPR, First Aid, AED, head concussion, and is also a Safe Sport certified instructor, she ensures the safety and well-being of her students, prioritizing their growth and development in a nurturing environment.

In addition to her teaching endeavors, Ashley has established and successfully managed a dance studio for the past decade. As well as expanding in offering gymnastics to the community thru Marquette Gymnastics and Cheer. And most recently expanded to offering Dance and Gymnastics in Munising. This venture has allowed her to create a welcoming space for dancers and Gymnasts of all backgrounds to thrive and explore their potential. Under her leadership, the studios and gym has become a hub for artistic expression and a driving force within the local dance and gymnastics community.

Ashley continues to inspire individuals with her talent, dedication, and enthusiasm. Her journey as a dancer, instructor, and director exemplifies the transformative power of dance and gymnastics and serves as an inspiration to aspiring dancers and gymnasts.

Maya Reyst Gymnastics Director

Bio coming soon…

Elsa Leopold Coach

Elsa has been coaching gymnastics for 5+ years. She has coached preschool, recreational, boys, Special Olympics, and competitive levels. Being USAG and SafeSport certified, Elsa’s coaching philosophy involves teaching safe and fun gymnastics. She pushes her students to be the best they can be in both the gym and their lives. Elsa has also gone through training to be a beginner aerial silks instructor. Born and raised in Minnesota, Elsa competed in Junior Olympic gymnastics up to level 8 and for her high school’s varsity gymnastics team for a total of 10 years of competing in the sport. She has many accomplishments, including a two time state champion in uneven bars and a two time MSHSL state meet qualifier. Now teaching at MGC, Elsa continues to further her education in the sport as well as sharing her knowledge with her students.

Lauren Newell Teacher

Lauren is a Senior at Northern Michigan University (NMU), where she is majoring in Dance and minoring in Deaf Studies. Dance has always been a huge part of her life, and she is incredibly grateful to be pursuing her passion at a collegiate level.

Born and raised in San Jose, California, her journey in the performing arts began at just 2 years old. From an early age, she immersed herself in singing, dancing, and acting, and over time, her love for dance grew into something truly special. She spent over a decade as a competitive dancer, training rigorously in a variety of styles including tap, jazz, ballet, contemporary, modern, hip hop, musical theater, lyrical, and Pom. This wide range of training has allowed her to become a versatile and well-rounded performer.

Throughout her competitive career, She has been honored to receive numerous awards, titles, and scholarships at regional and national dance competitions and conventions. These experiences not only shaped her as a dancer but also instilled in her the values of discipline, teamwork, and creativity.

Most recently, she had the incredible opportunity to dance professionally as a member of the Bay Area Panthers Indoor Football League Dance Team for the 2024 season. Being part of a professional dance team was a dream come true and gave her valuable experience in performing for large crowds, working in a fast-paced environment, and representing a professional organization.

She is thrilled to begin a new chapter of her dance journey here at Studio Dance Arts. She is so excited to meet all of the amazing dancers, share my passion, and learn and grow alongside this incredible community.

Kyndra Fraly Teacher

As a young child, Kyndra found her passion for dance and began going to a local studio in Florida. After moving to Georgia, Kyndra continued to pursue her love of dance at another local studio where later she began teaching from the ages of 14 to 18 in various genres. Kyndra has been assisting at Studio Dance Arts for going on three years now with rec preschool, rec kinder, and the competitive micro class. This upcoming year will be her first year to official teach in the Studio Dance Arts Munising location while still assisting here in Marquette. Currently, when she is not in the studio assisting, teaching, or with her daughter who is a company member at Studio Dance Arts, she works for the Association of Child Development and travels across the Upper Peninsula.