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About Us
Academy of Dance Dynamics is dedicated to enriching the lives of all students. We offer a diverse program where students may choose to dance as a form of recreation or strive to achieve a higher level of technique and performance skills. Whether the student's intent is to pursue a professional career, or develop grace and confidence as an individual, the cultivation of mind and body is fundamental to all.
We believe that the discipline, determination, and drive we instill in our students, stand them in good stead for the challenges they face, as they become adults. Our goal is to provide an environment that is both fun and gratifying for all of our students
Renee Melanson
I have encompassed my life around the performing arts. Some of the greatest experiences were due to my love of dance. As a child, I trained in competitive gymnastics, performed with The American Entertainers, The Professional Children’s Theater, and The McDonald’s Kid Performers. I received a scholarship for dance in college. I have had the opportunity to travel abroad and perform with Extraordinary Students of America, The Devil Ray Dancers and the streets of New York are not unfamiliar. I look forward to nourishing the love of the arts in each and every student.
Courtney ORourke is from Plant City, Florida and has been in love with dancing ever since she could walk. Dancing has played a big part in Courtney's family for years, as she started clogging at the age of 3 at her family studio Carol Grayson School of Dance and danced there for 15 years. Courtney started assistant teaching at the age of 12 and helped create her first 3 dances at the age of 17 for kids 5 and up. This started Courtney's love for teaching. Courtney also clogged at a studio in Wimamma, FL with Buckshot Cloggers for 4 years, and started teaching her own clogging classes in 2022. Courtney can’t wait to continue her journey at Academy of Dance Dynamics.
Samantha Huston has been dancing for over 17 years, with extensive training in hip-hop, pointe, modern (Horton), contemporary, jazz, and jazz fusion. Her background spans competitive, commercial, and professional work, and she has trained at respected studios including BSDA, CFDA, and DQI.
After graduating high school, Samantha was selected to join Ingredients Dance Company in Dallas, TX, where she trained and performed daily in preparation for national tour with Dance Revolution. During this time, she had the honor of performing in their renowned stage production and serving as a dance room assistant at conventions across the country.
While in Texas, Samantha expanded into commercial dance, performing in music videos for Miles Minnick and Maverick City Music, as well as taking part in local commercial shoots and video shoots.
She later joined Emotions Dance Company in Orlando, FL, where she performed in numerous productions each year and contributed as a choreographer for the company.
Samantha is passionate about sharing her love for movement and expression, and she’s dedicated to mentoring and inspiring the next generation of dancers. She is honored to bring her experience, artistry, and heart to your kiddos!
Brenna DeLucia is originally from Reading, Pennsylvania where she began her love for dance at Roxy’s Dance Expressions at 5 years old. She studied and performed Tap, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Ballet, Lyrical, Pointe, and Musical Theater for 12 years there under the tutelage of Angela Bugay, Sherry Hill, and Johan Cruz. Brenna is very grateful for her time at Roxy’s Dance Expressions as they also provided her the opportunity to teach classes, strengthening her creativity and passion for choreography. Brenna continued performing at the University of Tampa where she trained under Susannah LeMarquand and participated in the Dance Department’s semi-annual recitals and was a member of The Spanish Dance Team. Building on her love for dance and physical fitness, she is a certified Zumba instructor and led group classes at UT. Brenna is very excited to share her enthusiasm of dance with the students at the Academy of Dance Dynamics.
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Gisselle Quinones is a versatile dancer, actress, model, and choreographer with over a decade of training and a passion for storytelling through movement. Her journey began in gymnastics at age three, training at Golden City Gymnastics (2008–2018), where she built the flexibility and discipline that now define her dance style.
From 2015 to 2025, she trained extensively at Brandon School of Dance Arts and majored in dance at Blake High School, studying a broad range of styles including ballet, jazz, contemporary, hip hop, lyrical, ballroom, tap, acro, improv, and choreography. She also explored choreography and kinesiology to deepen her creative and physical understanding of movement.
Gisselle has trained with industry leaders such as Derek Hough, Phil Wright, Krista Miller, Autumn Miller, and many more—shaping her into a dynamic and well-rounded performer.
Her live performance credits include Miss Tampa, Christmas Lane, Suicide Awareness Events, and All That Premiere. In the modeling world, she has worked with Movement by AliKay, AA Model, Glamour Costumes, and photographer Ryan Fleming.
She’s attended top conventions like Nuvo, Jump, 24/7, The Camp Intensives, and Streetz, constantly evolving as an artist.
A true multi-hyphenate, Gisselle blends her talents as a contortionist, gymnast, dancer, model, actress, and choreographer to create emotionally resonant and visually striking performances.
Zoe Gaumond grew up in New York and moved to Florida at just seven years old, where her passion for dance began to take shape. At the age of ten, she started her journey as a competitive dancer, earning awards and scholarships along the way. Zoe has had the incredible opportunity to train with and learn from many world-renowned dancers and choreographers, helping her develop a strong and diverse foundation in dance.
Entering her fourth year of teaching, Zoe loves sharing her passion for dance with students of all ages and experience levels. From ballet and jazz to hip-hop and acrobatics, she has trained in nearly every style of dance and brings her energy, creativity, and love of movement into every class. Zoe is so excited to continue another amazing year at Academy of Dance Dynamics!
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Melissa Hariegel is originally from Hopewell Junction, New York, and after moving several times, she settled in Florida at the age of 12. She began dancing at just 2 years old and has grown into a passionate and dedicated dancer, with Tap and Acrobatics being her favorite styles.
Melissa has competed for 6 years and has had the opportunity to learn from talented tap dancers including Derick Grant, Leah Silva, and Ashlyn Bolton.
Now a senior in high school, Melissa is excited to make the most of her final year while continuing to grow as a dancer and sharing her passion with the next generation.
She looks forward to helping young dancers build their confidence, discover their own love for dance, and believe in themselves both inside and outside the studio!
Ysabella Ferraro brings 12 years of dance experience and a true passion for performing and teaching to the studio! She is a graduate of Blake High School’s Dance Program and has spent 10 years competing, along with performing in numerous shows and events throughout her dance journey.
With experience in a wide variety of dance styles, Ysabella enjoys them all but has a special love for Jazz and Contemporary. She is excited to continue growing as a dancer and performer while sharing her passion, knowledge, and love of dance with the next generation of dancers!
