Katelyn started dancing at the age of 3, training in a variety of styles including jazz, tap, ballet, lyrical, contemporary, musical theater, and hip hop. She trained at Edmonton Dance Factory (EDF) where she competed in a variety of dance competitions and in later years student taught. Katelyn fell in love with tap at an early age and competed her Al Gilbert Tap Exams up to Grade 9. While in high school Katelyn participated in her schools Dance Intensive program which included performance opportunities and original choreography projects.
Throughout her time at EDF Katelyn had the opportunity to perform at the FIFA Opening Ceremonies, the Harlem Globetrotters halftime show, and Disneyland Parade.
In addition to her dance background, Katelyn taught barre for two years at Navina Yoga. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and is a full-time elementary school teacher. She has never stopped dancing and continues taking tap classes and competing with an advanced adult group each year. Katelyn is excited to join the J’Adore faculty this year and bring her passion for tap and teaching into the studio!