The People
I (Isabella), began Studio Laugh, Love, Leap in 2011, 13 years ago as a senior in high school. It has been a true labor of love that has grown with me. In the beginning, I offered 2 classes for students up to 12 years olds and was quickly asked to teach a Teen class as well. Over the years we have continued to grow. Starting with only 3 classes and 30 students, we have grown to 12 classes and 100+ students each semester, including a thriving Young Men’s Program, Adult Program, and Studio Company .
We now have a wonderful Studio Manager, Content Creator, and our Teaching Team now includes wonderful alumni, three fantastic Student Teachers, and two Jr. Student Teachers; it just keeps growing!
The Places
We began at the First United Church, a wonderful home for us for 6 years. In 2018, we made the move to The Village Chapel, in Hillsboro Village. The Village Chapel graciously hosted not only our weekly classes but also seven of our eight Spring Showcases. During the COVID-19 pandemic we functioned completely online from Isabella’s parents bonus room (thanks mom and dad) and celebrated our full return to the studio in 2022. The next phase of our journey has led us to the Global Education Center Studios where we will continue to grow!
The Plans
We are always growing and that is because of our fantastic students and families! Others join the Studio Laugh, Love, Leap Family when students reach out to their communities. I’m looking forward to many more years teaching and exploring with you all!
Studio Laugh, Love, Leap was created for girls and boys who simply love to dance. My 25+ years of dance training have led me to realize that everyone no matter their age, gender, or experience can dance. At Studio Laugh, Love, Leap you are learning to dance for life. Students come to the studio ready to have a blast dancing, without feeling the pressure to be perfect. Instead, the teaching style enables them to rise higher than they could imagine. It is an outlet for them to exercise, gaining strength, flexibility, and friendships along the way. Developing creative expression and discipline are important tools for everyone. My classes bring me the most joy when my students are smiling and laughing. Studio Laugh, Love, Leap’s style is a mixture of classical ballet, contemporary ballet, modern, jazz, and musical theater with a high emphasis on diversity in both music and movement.