Staff

At RISE, we believe that exceptional dance education begins with exceptional educators. Every instructor is carefully selected not only for their professional training, technical expertise, and industry experience, but also for their character, integrity, and ability to inspire young people. We seek artists and educators who share our values of excellence, discipline, kindness, and mentorship – individuals who understand that teaching dance is about more than developing strong dancers; it is about shaping confident, resilient, and compassionate human beings. Every member of our faculty is chosen with intention to ensure that each child who walks through our doors is guided by professionals who lead with both expertise and heart.

Daniel Hunalp
Thierry Blannchard
Luanna Mattos