She has been teaching for over eighteen years. Her passion for dance is passed on to her students. Danette has studied Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Modern, and Musical Theatre over the past 29 years. She has been a company member of California Dance Collective. She studied dance at several studios in the bay area and in the central valley. In addition to her dance studies she has also received her aerobic certification and has completed the Gymboree Instructors training for children’s class. Along with Tamie they have built the award winning Showstopper Dance Company. Their performing dance teams have won top awards which include Best of Show, Best over all score in the junior, teen and senior divisions, Best Concept, Best Costume, and Best Showmanship. In addition her students continue to earn several dance scholarships. The company has performed Great America and in numerous local events. Several 5*6*7*8 Dance Company and students have advanced to college dance teams, pro sports teams, and have made careers in dance production.
Tamie Griffith - Owner and Director of 5*6*7*8 Dance Studio
She has been instructing for over fifteen years. Her love for ballet is taught through her persistence of classic ballet technique. Tamie has studied Ballet along with Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Musical Theatre and Hip Hop for over 25 years. She studied dance at several studios in the bay area and in the central valley. While growing up in the central valley she performed with the Yes Company and other local dance companies. Along with Danette they have built the award winning Showstopper Dance Company. Their performing dance teams have won top awards which include Best of Show, Best over all score in the junior, teen and senior divisions, Best Concept, Best Costume, and Best Showmanship. In addition her students continue to earn several dance scholarships. The company has performed Great America and in numerous local events. Several 5*6*7*8 Dance Company and students have advanced to college dance teams, pro sports teams, and have made careers in dance production.
Faculty
Our caring faculty is an elite group of instructors who specialize in what they teach. They are selected not just for their dance background, but also for their ability to teach effectively and work well with children. It is our focus to instruct our dancers with the highest quality of training to enhance technique, style and performance. It is our goal to give each student the best dance education possible while assisting them to dream, believe and achieve their goals. It is our pleasure to share our knowledge, ideas and love of dance with them. We welcome you to 5*6*7*8 Dance Studio!
Terri Smith-
Terri owned her own dance studio for over 20 years. In fact she was Danette and Tamie (5678 Studio Directors) childhood dance instructor. In addition Terri has instructed at Yoko's Dance and Performing Arts and the director of H.A.R.D. Her specialty is Tap. She has trained with tap greats such as: Ann Garvin, Savion Glover, Bunny Briggs, Eddie Brown and she has even performed with Gregory Hines in is one and only S.F performance. She also appeared in Rick Springfields "Bop Til You Drop" music video. Terri owned her own dance studio for over 20 years. In fact she was Danette and Tamie (5678 Studio Directors) childhood dance instructor. In addition Terri has instructed at Yoko's Dance and Performing Arts and the director of H.A.R.D. Her specialty is Tap. She has trained with tap greats such as: Ann Garvin, Savion Glover, Bunny Briggs, Eddie Brown and she has even performed with Gregory Hines in is one and only S.F performance. She also appeared in Rick Springfield’s "Bop Til You Drop" music video. 5678 Dance Studio is excited to add Terri to their faculty!
Tamron Honberger - Tamron is our adult jazz/hip hop instructor and has been instructing at 5678 for seven years. She has been teaching first grade for 18 years in Ceres. She has 18 years of studio dance training. Her dance training includes Jazz, Hip Hop, Ballet, and Tap. Tamron cheered for 12 years, which includes cheerleading with the Fresno State Cheer squad. She also coached the Modesto Jr. College Cheerleaders for 5 years. Tamron will get you moving, pumping and getting down in her adult classes.
Elizabeth Borba- Liz has studied a variety of dance styles over the past 16 has been teaching with 5*6*7*8 Dance Studio for 8 years. She has a way of captivating her Pre Ballet and Pre Tap classes. She inspires our Ballet II and III students with her grace, poise and lines. She was Tremaine Dancer of the Year in 2002. Elizabeth has been on the Showstopper Company for over 11 years. She has received many scholarships to various dance conventions and also received a scholarship for a private audition for LA Laker's Dance Team. She is continuing her education by taking dance classes in college. She is currently a student at Stanislaus State University pursuing her degree in Sports Medicine. In addition to her dance training she also has a background in cheerleading.
Katie Davidson
Katie Davidson has been an instructor with 5*6*7*8* for 3 years, and assisting at the studio for going on 6 years. She has danced at 5*6*7*8* since she was 4½ years old where she has studied all aspects of dance. She was a part of the Showstopper Competition team for 7 years where she has worked and trained with some of today's most esteemed choregrapher's. Katie was also passionately involved with Beyer Dance Production all four years that she attended Beyer High. She strives to instill her love and passion for dance to all of her students. Katie is currently pursuing a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing at Stanislaus State University.
Christine Newell
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Cassandra Weitze - She began her dance training at 5*6*7*8 Dance Studio when she was 11 years old and has been dancing ever since. Cassie has been instructing for five years. In addition to her dance training she trains in cheer, tumbling and gymnastics. At Hollywood Connection National Finals 2007, her choreography collaberation with two other instructors received the homor of "Highest Overall Score in the Senior Division" and "Best Breakthrough Performance".
Taelor Fernandez-
Taylor has a passion for Ballroom. She will be teaching ballroom for all age groups at 5678. She has been the lead instructor at You Can Dance Company in Modesto in addition to working with Central West Ballet Company. In addition she will also instruct Pre Dance and Level I and Zumba Fitness. Taelor is looking forward to inspiring 5678 Dancers to "Dance the Dream".
