Instructors

Life is not about waiting for the storm to blow over,

It’s about learning how to DANCE in the rain.

Elizabeth Walters

Studio Director

Polynesian, Kickbox, Zumba, ComboFit, Tiny Tots, Jazz, Tap

I am passionate about dance because whether I’m dancing, instructing, performing, or even watching, I always have a big smile on my face.  I decided to open Step It Up Studios so that I can share that joy with everyone. I loved spending time at the dance studio when I was growing up, and if I can instill that feeling in others, then I’m living my dream.

Great dancers are not great because of their technique, they’re great because of their passion -Martha Gram

Cannetta Brook Salmon

Zumba, Kickboxing, Body Sculpt, Jazz

I’m passionate about dance and fitness because It is a rarity in life to be able to touch so many people in such a positive way through the power of movement.

“Follow your bliss” Joseph Campbell

Emily Vizzo

Vinyasa Flow Yoga & Pre-Natal Yoga

I am passionate about yoga because I have seen the transformative power of physical practice and moving meditation. Yoga allows people to experience their breath in a healing, strengthening way that extends into other aspects of their lives including physical health, emotional well-being and compassion for others.

“Whenever I am out there doing what I do best, it is my era to shine… my period of time, and no one will take that away from me.”
Kennedy Eranetik Phounsiri

BBoy Instructor

I am passionate about my dancing because it is my way of life. It is my unique way of presenting art from my body and expressing my true self. Think of it as an artform, not just a dance.

To dance, put your hand on your heart and listen to the sound of your soul. ~ Eugene Louis (Luigi) Faccuito ~Labrie French-Asaro

Gymnastics, Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, and Lyrical

I’m passionate about dance because it’s an outwardly artistic and energetic expression of my innermost feelings and thoughts. I can take who I am, what I feel, and what I want to give to others and place it all on the floor.

The truest expression of a people is in its dance and in its music.  Bodies never lie.  ~Agnes de Mille Lisa Fowler

Pilates Instructor

I am passionate about teaching, practicing pilates and learning new training techniques. I will help you fulfill your goals with hard work while you have fun and the result will show!

“Dance is the expression of the soul, you dance because words cannot express everything your soul has to say” -Sarah Vaaler

Sarah Vaaler

Ballet Instructor

I am passionate about dance because to me dance is the language of the soul.  Dance has been my life for as long as I can remember.  I get so much joy out of sharing my experiences with my students and seeing them grow, progress and feel confidant and proud of themselves.

The body says what words cannot- Martha Graham Taitiana Michelle Melelani Ewell

Cheer, Tumbling, Polynesian Instructor

I am passionate about dance because it brings me to a place where I can escape my everyday life and for once feel like I’m in COMPLETE CONTROL.  It allows me to express my emotion and release everything that I have bottled up inside.  God has blessed me with the gift of song and dance.

Cheryll

Tumbling Instuctor

Born and raised in San Diego, Cheryll Kidd has always had a passion for performing on
stage.

Cecy

Diana Schmid

Zumba Instructor

Diana Schmid is a native San Diegan, wife and mother of four. She has been Zumba certified since 2010.

Shariane