Meet Our Staff

 Miss Jenny has been a cherished member of the Mobile Bay Dance Academy family since 2007 and brings over 20 years of dance teaching experience to the classroom. With a lifelong love of dance and a true gift for working with young children, she creates a warm, playful, and encouraging environment where every preschool dancer feels welcomed, loved, and successful. Her patience, creativity, and contagious enthusiasm help build confidence while making each class fun, engaging, and filled with smiles. Miss Jenny is passionate about creating a positive first dance experience, and generations of Mobile Bay Dance Academy families have been blessed by her caring heart and dedication to her students. 

 Miss Madelyn began her dance journey at the age of four through Mobile Bay Dance Academy's MBDA2U program. Over the past 22 years, she has grown into a dedicated dancer and inspiring teacher. She is a graduate of the University of South Alabama and is passionate about using both her education and dance experience to inspire the next generation of dancers. Her training has prepared her to teach far more than steps and technique. She fosters an environment where students feel safe to express themselves, explore their creativity, and form lasting friendships. Miss Madelyn loves continuing to learn new styles and techniques and finds great joy in passing that inspiration on to her students. 

 Miss Lexie began her dance journey with Mobile Bay Dance Academy in 2013. Over the years, she has grown not only as a dancer but also as a passionate teacher and choreographer. She is currently pursuing a degree in Nursing at the University of South Alabama, where she is preparing for a career dedicated to caring for others. Her compassion, creativity, and dedication are evident in every class she teaches. Miss Lexie strives to inspire her students while helping them build confidence, develop a love for dance, and experience the same joy and lifelong friendships that dance has brought to her own life. 

  Miss Juli began her dance journey at the age of six with Mobile Bay Dance Academy, where she discovered a lifelong love of dance that continues to inspire her today. She is currently pursuing a degree in Education at Spring Hill College, combining her passion for teaching with her love of working with children. Her bright energy and cheerful spirit fill each class with joy, helping young dancers build confidence as they discover their very first dance steps. Miss Juli loves sharing her passion for dance, and her preschool students adore every magical moment they spend with her! 

 Miss Breleigh trained at Broadway South Dance Studio for eight years, where she was a member of the competition team and had the opportunity to perform choreography by nationally recognized dancers and choreographers. Throughout her dance journey, she has found dance to be a peace in the storm and hopes to spread that energy with each of her students.  She recently completed the Disney College Program at Walt Disney World, where she further developed her passion for creating magical experiences for children and families. Miss Breleigh is excited to join the Mobile Bay Dance Academy family and looks forward to inspiring dancers through a fun, positive, and encouraging environment this season. 

 Miss Marion is a student at the University of South Alabama and is passionate about inspiring the next generation of dancers. Her kind heart, positive attitude, and encouraging teaching style help every child feel welcome, confident, and excited to learn. She loves creating a fun, supportive classroom where dancers can grow in both skill and self-confidence while building a lifelong love of dance. Miss Marion's enthusiasm and dedication shine through in every class, making each lesson a joyful experience for her students. 

 Miss Caroline grew up dancing with Mobile Bay Dance Academy, where she developed a lifelong love for dance and a heart for working with children. Having spent years as an MBDA dancer, she understands the confidence, friendships, and unforgettable memories that dance can create. Her patient, caring personality makes her especially wonderful with our youngest dancers, and she loves helping little ones feel comfortable, encouraged, and excited to come to class each week. Miss Caroline brings warmth, enthusiasm, and a joyful spirit to every classroom, creating a positive environment where every child can learn, grow, and discover the magic of dance. 

 Miss Grace began her dance training at the age of three under the instruction of Mrs. Theresa Noletto Hutchins, who inspired both her love of dance and her passion for teaching. Throughout her 14 years of training, Grace competed at the regional and national levels while studying with some of the industry's leading choreographers and dancers in Los Angeles and New York. She is currently pursuing a degree in Education at the University of Alabama and loves combining her passion for teaching with her love of dance. Since joining Mobile Bay Dance Academy in 2021, Miss Grace has been a valued member of our teaching staff. While attending college in Tuscaloosa, she returns to teach and guest teach whenever she is home, bringing fresh ideas, enthusiasm, and encouragement to every class. Her positive energy and dedication inspire dancers of all ages to grow in both confidence and technique.  

 Miss Sadie discovered her love for dance at just two years old with Mobile Bay Dance Academy. From that early beginning, dance has been a joyful and guiding part of her life. She is a graduate of the University of South Alabama and is passionate about sharing her love of dance with the next generation. Her goal as a teacher is to help each student find joy, freedom, and confidence in movement. Known for her calm and nurturing presence, Miss Sadie creates a supportive environment that meets each dancer where they are, celebrating all ability levels with care and encouragement. She finds true fulfillment in teaching dancers of all ages and helping them grow both in and out of the studio.  

 Miss Marissa began her dance training at the age of five and joined Mobile Bay Dance Academy in September 2007. A graduate of the University of South Alabama, she has always had a passion for both dance and teaching. Although she now lives in Washington, D.C., Mobile Bay Dance Academy will always feel like home. She loves returning to Mobile whenever she can to guest teach, reconnect with her dance family, and share her knowledge and enthusiasm with the next generation of dancers. Miss Marissa creates a fun, supportive environment where students build creativity, confidence, endurance, and coordination while discovering the joy of dance. She can't wait to be back in the studio with her MBDA family whenever she's home!