Ericka Bailey
Owner and Director o D.A.DanceArts. My philosophy for my studio, everyone has the ability to dance and it is my job to give you the foundation and structureto do so. We strive to teach your children more than dance steps-they will learn grace,poise,and confidence.
I grew up in Kansas City ,Missouri where i trained under Dolly Arden and Monica Renwick. I traveled with Dance Olympus and I was a National Champion with Showstopper,Tremaine, and DanceAmerica.
Upon arriving in Texas I contiued my training with Densil Adams and I taught at Preston Center Dance for many years. I have done commercial and industrial work as a dancer.
Choreography work that I have done outside the dance world includes Throughly Modern Millie For PCT, Suessical for Vines High School, and performed and choregraphed for the Crystal Charity Ball.
I have choregraphed for Ice Dancers,Freestyle and Pairs teams and traveled to USFSA Nationals with these skaters.
As I start my 17th year,I look forward to getting the opportunity to teach your children. Ballet,Tap,Jazz,Lyrical,Contemporary,Acro,Musical Theatre,Strength and condtioning.
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Taylor HolBrook
Taylor Holbrook is starting her fifth year with DADA, moving from her hometown of Kansas City after graduating from MU. Taylor began dancing at the age of four at Dancing Plus in Raymore ,Mo.She was trained in ballet,tap,jazz,lyrical,modern hiphop,and tumbling. Additionally during her years there she worked as an assistant, teacher and choregrapher where she found a passion for sharing the love of dance with children.
Outside the studio, Taylor was a four year member and two year Captain of the Raymore Peculiar High School Prowlers Dance Team. She was member of MU's Golden girls for 4 years while in college and performed at the football and basketball events as well as competed nationally for them. Taylor will be teaching Tap for us this year.
Kaira Camara
Kaira Camara comes to us as a recent graduate from Texas State where she was a part of their dance program.She started her early training at Dallas Black Dance Theater Academy and has studied BAllet,Modern,Jazz,Tap, and Yoga. Kaira has been performing with Mystic Dance Crew as well as Aeon and will be continuing her education with a Masters Degree. Kaira will be teaching Hiphop,Ballet,and Jazz .
Blanca Gallegos
Blanca Gallegos comes to us from Guadalajara,Jalisco where she grew up studying ballet and folklorico. She was a teaching professional at Balanz Ballet Academy and is currently a member of Ballet Papillon here in Dallas.
She has had students perform all over Guadalajara in various ballets as well as developing Cuban Phyiscal Conditioning program. She is on staff at the Anita N Martinez recreation center and Irving Fine Arts Center. Blanca will be teaching
Ballet,Tap/Jazz and Drill team Prep .
Jozette Castillo
Jozette Castillo has had 15 years of dance training and has spent the majority of them here at D.A.DanceArts training with Ms. Ericka and competing with the company. Jozette also served as an officer on her high school dance team and continued her training at Collin College under Tiffany Arnold. She is currently a senior at Arizona State University pursuing a degree in instructional Design with a focus on inclusive education methods and a minor in Project Management. Jozette is committed to creating supportive accessible learning environments where all dancers can grow with confidence and artistry. She will be teaching preballet and ballet/tap.
Annette Jimenez
Annette Jimenez is starting her second year with D.A.DanceArts. She has trained here with Ericka Bailey, Bailey Dove, Bette Lou Dove, Alex Langley, and Taylor Holbrook and competed with our company for 10 years.
Annette was a member of the Berkner Bandoleras drill team as well as the Ramblers country western dance team while in high school. She is continuing her education at UTA in engineering and is very active with her family and church. She will be teaching preballet,Ballet,Tap/jazz and acro.
Kaylyn Vite
Kaylyn Vite is starting her third year teaching here at D.A.DanceArts. Kaylyn trained primarily in gymnastics until the age of 11 when she started studying dance with Ericka Bailey and she quickly progressed. She has trained in Ballet,Jazz,Lyrical,Tap,Musical Theatre and acro. Kaylyn has trained in the culinary arts and remains very positive with health, fitness and wellness being a priority to all. Kaylyn will be teaching Ballet,Tap,Jazz, Acro, Strength and Conditioning and Musical Theatre.