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Admin Staff

Amanda Loomis

Owner/Creative Director

Taylor Brophy

Operations Director

Brittany Herrington

Studio Manager

Dance Staff

Amanda Loomis

Ballet/Acro/Teams

Grace Thomsen

Jazz/Lyrical/Contemporary

Haleigh Nelson

Hip Hop/Acro/Ballet/Lyrical

Molly Patera

Jazz/Tap/Ballet/Acro/Hip Hop/Teams

Natalie Ashbrook

Ballet/Pointe/Lyrical/Contemporary/Teams

Peyton Banks

Jazz/Teams

Rebekah Rapoza

Ballet/Acro

Music Staff

Aubrey Fleming

Voice/Piano

Cheryl Moore

Piano/Guitar/Ukulele/Sing & Play

Christine Ngyuen

Piano/Flute/Ukulele

LaShanna Adams

Voice

Matt Hackett

Saxophone/Flute/Clarinet/Piano/Oboe

Ryan Condrey

Guitar

Sergio Carillo

Violin/Viola

Silas Lickliter

Piano

Sloan Lammers

Piano/Guitar

Tommy Roustio

Drums/Piano

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May 14, 2026

Dance

Dance Classes Build Confidence Far Beyond the Studio

Parents often enroll their children in dance classes because they want them to stay active, learn coordination, or make friends. While dance certainly helps with all of those things, one…

May 8, 2026

Dance

Why Wedding Dance Lessons Are Worth It

For many couples, the first dance is one of the most memorable moments of their wedding day. It’s a chance to slow down, celebrate together, and create a moment that…

Feb 19, 2026

Dance

Our Approach to Competitive Dance: Building Strong Dancers and Strong Humans

Our Approach to Competitive Dance: Building Strong Dancers and Strong Humans At OSMD, competitive dance is about more than winning. It’s about building confident, resilient dancers who grow not only…

Feb 12, 2026

Dance

The Benefits of Competitive Dance Beyond Trophies

The Benefits of Competitive Dance Beyond Trophies When people hear “competitive dance,” they often think of medals, trophies, and rankings. While those moments can be exciting, they are only a…

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Jan 8, 2026

Dance Parent Resources

What to Expect in Your Child’s First Dance Class

What to Expect in Your Child’s First Dance Class Signing your child up for their first dance class is exciting—but it can also come with a lot of questions.Will they…

Jul 31, 2025

Music

Guide to Beginner Music Lessons: What to Expect in the First 3 Months

Beginner’s Guide to Music Lessons: What to Expect in the First 3 Months Starting music lessons for the first time is exciting — and maybe just a little bit nerve-wracking.…

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May 8, 2025

Music Parent Resources

What to Expect at Your First Music Lesson

What to Expect at Your First Music Lesson: A Guide for New Students Starting something new can feel a little nerve-wracking—especially when it comes to beginner music lessons. Whether you’re…

Mar 13, 2025

Music Parent Resources

How to Help Your Child Practice Their Instrument Without a Fight

How to Help Your Child Practice Their Instrument Without a Fight Learning to play an instrument is an exciting journey, but getting a child to practice can sometimes feel like…

Feb 27, 2025

Music Parent Resources

Music Lessons: What Every Parent Should Know

Getting Started with Music Lessons: What Every Parent Should Know Introducing your child to music lessons is an exciting step! Whether they dream of playing the piano, strumming a guitar,…

Feb 6, 2025

Dance Music

How to Overcome Stage Fright in Music and Dance

How to Overcome Stage Fright in Music and Dance Stage fright is a natural part of performing, whether you’re singing your heart out or dancing your way across the stage.…

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Meet our OSMD teachers and faculty!

Click on any team member’s photo to learn more about them!

Admin Staff

Amanda Loomis

Taylor Brophy

Brittany Herrington

Dance Staff

Amanda Loomis

Grace Thomsen

Haleigh Nelson

Molly Patera

Natalie Ashbrook

Peyton Banks

Rebekah Rapoza

Music Staff

Aubrey Fleming

Cheryl Moore

Christine Ngyuen

LaShanna Adams

Matt Hackett

Ryan Condrey

Sergio Carillo

Silas Lickliter

Sloan Lammers

Tommy Roustio

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