MEET Missy
Founder & Dance Instructor
Missy was born to dance. She started dancing in Gresham Oregon at Mt Hood Ballet Academy – doing Tap, Jazz & Ballet. At age 4, I started Musical Theater with Krayon Kids Musical Theater Company and traveled around the world with them for 10 years. She went on to dance at both Body and Soul Dance Studio, Ballet and All That Jazz as well as Dance Vision and eventually became a cheerleader at the University of Oregon.
She has been teaching dance from camps, classes and solos and duos for 20+ years and recently decided it was time to start her own dance studio! Her passion for dance might only be superseded by her love to see young dancers grow, learn and discover their passion for dance.
MEET katie
Dance Instructor
Katie was born and raised in the Portland area. She grew up dancing at Body and Soul Creative Dance since age 4. She had the opportunity to train all over the country with amazing choreographers. She went to college as a double major in dance and education at the University of Idaho and the University of Oregon. Upon graduating she went to graduate school for teaching and began her career in elementary education at Portland Public Schools. After 10 years of teaching 4th and 5th grade she transitioned to an Instructional coach and now works with kids and adults
She teaches an after school club called Tumble and Groove with 50 1st-5th graders weekly. In addition to teaching she still takes classes and trains around the Portland area. She was a member of Mixd Dance Company and still enjoys training and performing.
MEET Alyssa
Dance Instructor
Alyssa has been dancing since the age of 3 and has trained in a variety of styles including ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, and contemporary. Her dance journey includes years of performance and competitive experience, beginning with studio performing companies and competitive teams.
She was a four-year member of the Gresham High School Rhythmettes and served as captain for two years. Alyssa earned a dance scholarship to college and went on to dance for three years at Oregon State University, where she was also selected as captain for one year. She continued her performance career as a member of the Portland Winterhawks Rosebuds Dance Team for two seasons.
In addition to performing, Alyssa is passionate about teaching and choreography. She has taught at dance studios, led high school dance camps, and choreographed for numerous teams and programs throughout the region.
We’re excited to have Alyssa sharing her experience, leadership, and love of dance with our dancers!
MEET Lindsay
Dance Instructor
Lindsay grew up as a competitive studio dancer at Body & Soul Creative Dance before attending Washington State University. After college, she returned to Portland and has spent years teaching and choreographing throughout the PNW — working with studio dancers as well as high school, collegiate, and professional dance teams.
She also spent five seasons with the Portland Winterhawks Rosebuds Dance Team, including three years as captain, and later co-directed Mixd Dance Company, producing full-scale performances, training sessions, and creative content.
Most recently, Lindsay founded Training Ground Dance @traininggrounddance (give her a follow!), giving adult dancers a place to continue training beyond their traditional studio years.
Her true passion? Helping young dancers build a strong foundation, confidence, and a love of dance that lasts. We’re SO excited to have Lindsay at Power this season!
MEET Emery
Acro Instructor 
With a background in gymnastics, cheerleading, and dance, Emery is passionate about helping athletes build confidence, strength, and new skills while having fun along the way.
She’s been coaching gymnastics for the past 2.5 years, teaching recreational classes, camps, Acro, private lessons, and more. Before she started coaching, she was trained as a gymnast for several years, building a strong foundation in technique and skill development.
She also bring 7+ years of cheerleading and 4 years of dance training in multiple styles, along with experience helping athletes develop proper technique, healthy movement habits, and confidence both in and out of the gym.
Watching athletes grow, reach new goals, and believe in themselves is her favorite part of coaching. She can’t wait to cheer on every dancer as they learn, grow, and shine.
MEET Michelle
Dance Instructor 
Michelle grew up as a competitive studio dancer, spending much of her training at Westside Dance & Gymnastics. She later went on to cheer at the University of Oregon alongside Power Dance owner, Missy! 🦆✨
Since then, Michelle has spent years teaching and choreographing for studios and dance teams throughout Oregon.
For Michelle, dance has always been more than movement — it’s where she found joy, confidence, creativity and community. ❤️
After taking some time away to build her career and raise a couple of tiny humans, Michelle is SO excited to be back in the studio, sharing her love of dance with the next generation — and getting to do it alongside a longtime friend makes it even sweeter. 💛
We’re so excited to have Coach Michelle at Power! ❤️💛