Meet Our Instructors

ATI Dance Space is excited to welcome Melanie Bradburn as an essential addition to our team, taking on the roles of lead creative movement instructor and adult fitness/dance instructor. Melanie’s passion for dance ignited at the young age of three, and she continued to nurture this passion through her college years at IUP. With a rich background in teaching, she spent three years instructing dance at CCAC South before becoming a certified fitness instructor at MVH in 2016, where she has since specialized in hip-hop cardio dance classes. Melanie’s teaching journey also brought her to Ms. Michelle’s first studio, where she gained invaluable experience working under her mentorship. Now, Melanie is delighted to return and collaborate with Michelle once again. In addition to her dance expertise, Melanie brings nearly three decades of experience in local radio and television, where she is widely recognized as “Melanie Taylor” on the Bubba Show on 100.7 Star.

Dance is a family affair for Melanie, as both of her daughters, Quinn and Brecklynn, have danced or are currently dancing with Michelle. When not immersed in dance or her media career, Melanie enjoys life's simple pleasures, such as spending time at the beach, taking long walks, and indulging in a good book.  We are grateful to have Melanie on our team and look forward to her sharing her passion and expertise in dance with everyone.

Miss Abby has a strong and versatile dance background, with over 13 years of experience in various styles, including ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical, modern, pointe, and musical theatre. She began her dance journey at Ms. Michelle's first studio in 2009 and continued until graduating high school in 2022.  After graduating, Miss Abby took a year off from dance to adjust to college life.  She chose to return to dance the following year, eager to share her passion with students as an assistant instructor. She has experience teaching dance at all levels, from beginner to advanced.  

Currently, Miss Abby is a junior at Penn State University, studying Psychology. She plans to attend grad school after completing her undergraduate studies and is looking towards specializing in child, sports, or behavioral psychology. She loves working with children, especially when she has the opportunity to share her passion for dance. Dance has profoundly impacted Miss Abby's life and she is grateful for the friendships, skills, and confidence it has given her. Teaching dance allows her to pass on these benefits to her students, enabling her to guide and watch them grow into confident and accomplished individuals.

In her free time, Miss Abby enjoys dancing, reading, spending time with her dogs, and hanging out with friends and family. She is so excited and honored to be working alongside Ms. Michelle at Aspire to Impact Dance Space. We are incredibly fortunate to have her as part of our dance studio team, where she will be an ideal role model for all our students.
 

Titi’s love for dance began when she was just 2 ½ years old, and she hasn’t stopped dancing since. At 5, she joined Ms. Michelle’s first dance studio, and what started as a fun way to move soon became a passion that has shaped much of her life. Her favorite styles of dance include jazz, contemporary, and ballet.

Now a freshman at PennWest California, Titi is studying psychology with plans to minor in biology. She’s fascinated by how the mind works and plans to continue her education in medical school to become a child psychiatrist. Helping kids through tough times is something she’s passionate about, and she’s excited to turn that passion into her career.

When Titi is not dancing or studying, she enjoys listening to music and reading—two hobbies that let her unwind and get creative in different ways. She’s super excited to be helping out at Aspire to Impact Dance Space, Ms. Michelle’s studio. Being part of the dance community is something she loves, as it allows her to stay connected to her first passion while making a difference for the next generation of dancers.  We are excited to have Titi on our team and look forward to watching her inspire and shape the lives of our students through dance.

With over 12 years of experience, Miss Maddie has a well-rounded and diverse background across multiple dance styles. She has been a dancer since she was seven years old, beginning her dance journey with Michelle at her first studio in Monessen. Throughout elementary, middle, and high school, she participated in various sports and activities but always considered dance her favorite.

After graduating from Monessen High School in 2023, Miss Maddie took a break from dance but has now found her way back home. In her own words, “Dance has always been my first love, and I wouldn’t be half the person I am today without the lessons it taught me, the friendships it brought me, and Miss Michelle’s positive and supportive influence in my life.”

Maddie is trained in Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Lyrical, Modern, Hip-Hop, Pointe, and Musical Theatre.

​Maddie is enrolled at the Douglas Education Center for Nails and Aesthetics. After earning her nail technology license, she aspires to own and operate her private nail salon while continuing to share her passion for dance alongside Michelle.

Maddie loves working with children and is incredibly grateful for the opportunity to inspire the next generation of dancers, just as Michelle inspired her.

​We are beyond excited to welcome Miss Maddie to the ATI team! Her enthusiasm, dedication, and love for dance make her a wonderful addition to our studio family.

Kamara Holmes is a senior at Greensburg Central Catholic Junior-Senior High School. She has been dancing for the past 15 years, and one of the things she cherishes most is sharing this journey with her amazing friends. Dance has played a major role in shaping who she is today, with jazz and hip-hop being her favorite styles. As she enters this exciting year, Kamara is especially looking forward to the recital and the honor of performing her senior solo.

Kamara chose to become a student assistant at Aspire to Impact Dance Space to connect with the incredible students there and to help support their growth. In addition to dance, she is deeply involved in musical theatre, with past roles including Baby Dynamo in Mamma Mia!, Bird Girl in Seussical, Featured Dancer in Newsies, and Frenchy in Grease. A fun fact about Kamara: her first words were “Mimi,” which became her nickname.

Sara Santina is a 15-year-old student entering 10th grade at Ringgold High School. With around 10 years of dance experience, Sara enjoys dance for many reasons, with the most significant being how captivating it is. Dance has significantly impacted her life, particularly by helping her form meaningful friendships. Sara is excited to learn new choreography, with her favorite styles being lyrical and tap. As a student assistant, she is committed to being a good role model for the new students, believing this role will be a valuable experience. Outside of school and dance, Sara enjoys several artistic hobbies, especially painting and drawing. A fun fact about her is that she has a 2-year-old dog named Sonny. Sara is eagerly anticipating the new dance year.

Brecklynn Bradburn is a freshman at Belle Vernon Area High School. She has been dancing since she was 3 years old and will be turning 15 in October. What Brecklynn loves most about dance is spending time with her friends and creating new bonds with the other girls. Her favorite styles are lyrical and jazz. Dance has had a positive impact on her life, becoming one of her top priorities because it allows her to express herself in ways that words cannot.

What excites Brecklynn the most about the upcoming year is spending it with Miss Michelle again and getting the opportunity to teach the little girls. She chose to become a student assistant because of her love for kids and her desire to share her passion for dance with them as they grow older. In addition to dance, Brecklynn also participates in cheerleading at her school. A few fun facts about her: she loves Fall and horror movies, and she enjoys spending her summers at the beach.