THE TEAM

Candace is a passionate performing arts educator with a background in dance and gymnastics, naturally evolving into a admiration for acro dance With over a decade of experience as a coach and choreographer, Candace aims to create a safe and nurturing environment for all athletes to excel. balancing athleticism and artistry, Candace’s programming provides innovative opportunities in the acro community of Edmonton and Alberta.

Kathryn is a dancer born, raised and trained in Edmonton, Alberta. At the age of 3 Kathryn fell in love with dance. Starting at the Edmonton School of Ballet she trained in ballet (RAD and Cecchetti based), jazz and tap (Al Gilbert) as well as Ukrainian dance with the Shumka School of Dance. She later moved to Dance Alberta where she expanded her knowledge and added lyrical, contemporary and musical theatre to her training. Kathryn also had the amazing opportunity to train in London England at Pineapple dance studios and Trinity Laban Conservatory for Music and Dance where she expanded the knowledge that she now brings to her classes. Kathryn has been teaching dance for seven years in all genres and with all levels and takes her love of teaching into elementary classrooms.

Keira started dancing at the age of three and has never looked back. It has truly been their passion. They trained in acro, ballet, jazz, tap, musical theatre, lyrical, contemporary, pointe and hip hop. Acro has been their passion since they were introduced to it. Keira has done Cecchetti ballet exams to further their own knowledge and continually test their skills. Keira began assisting teaching all genres of dance at the age of 13, then a few years later, teaching her own classes. Keira loves to continue to learn and improve their own acro skills, and their teaching skills. They loves to teach and share their passion for acro with new and aspiring dancers. They loves to watch young danceers learn new skills and develop confidence in their abilities. Keira is excited to be teaching at Velocity and sharing their passion, for dance and acro.

Avery has a passion for dance, acrobatics, and contortion. She's been dancing for 14 years. She is a performer with Firefly Circus

Julia started dancing at the age of 2 and instantly fell in love with the art. She has studied ballet, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, musical theatre, tap, acro, hip hop, pointe, modern, and ballroom. She has participated in ballet exams and has received multiple scholarships throughout her dance career. Julia has been as assistant coach for 4 years. She is excited to share her passion for Acro with her students and give them confidence to succeed inside and outside of the studio.

Alina was born in Kyiv, where her love for circus arts began. At the age of six she started training in a circus studio where she studied many types of circus arts and choreography. Aerial gymnastics occupied her heart. After the children's studio, she entered the circus academy where she received a diploma as a circus artist and aerialist. She started work in the show as an artist and trainer. She likes to introduce people to aerial gymnastics and stretching. In Ukraine, she was the leader of a children's circus group and a trainer in a studio for adults. She is very happy when she see the results of m students!

Devlin is a University of Alberta student. He is excited to work at Velocity, bring some innovative new ideas to the office, and get to know the athletes and families. He is an avid climber and is excited to practice fun tricks in the studio when he has the chance

Cheri is retired air traffic controller and mother of three active athletes. She has been a dance mom, soccer mom, hockey/goalie mom, wrestling mom, track and field mom, and more. She understands the demands on dedicated sport athletes and their families. She is familiar with sport specific training, the importance of cross training, nutrition, and the need for balance across all aspects of sport and life. Cheri looks forward to enhancing and supporting the vibrant dance and sport community in and around Edmonton, and helping acrobats, dancers and athletes of all ages and levels achieve their goals.