Who we are
About
Julia Memering
Julia Memering- OwnerJulia is a graduate of Western Ky. University where she minored in dance and was a part of the WKU Dance Company for 3 years. She performed in many shows such as “Frank Sinatra”, “Mask of the Red Death”, and an “Evening of Dance.” Dance has been her passion since the age of 3. She has made many accomplishments with dance in her life. She grew up dancing at Mulcahy’s Dance Studio studying ballet, tap, jazz, and hip hop. In 1997 and 98, Julia was named “All American” where she performed in the halftime performance in the Hula Bowl in Hawaii. She was captain of the Starliners dance team where she competed against many other studios of Northern Kentucky. Outside of the studio, she has choreographed dance pieces for both the Williamstown and Grant County Dance Teams. As a Williamstown native, Julia has managed the studio for 22 years. She also has a full-time job working as a teacher for 17 years at Williamstown Independent school. She has truly enjoyed her opportunity to share her knowledge and experience in dance with local students.
Ryanne Schroder
Instructor
Ryanne spent 17 years dancing and 5 years teaching at Le Dance Studio. She studied ballet, tap, jazz, and point. She has competed at a regional in Cleveland. She spent her high school years dancing in and co-choreographing the school musicals. The productions include “Bye Bye Birdie”, “Cinderella”, “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory,” and “Grease”. Her favorite dance styles are tap and contemporary ballet.
Danielle mcCandless
I am the Office Manager for JRD. I came to work for the studio in 2015. However, My introduction to Julia's is like many of yours. I am a parent of a dancer. My daughter Shelby started out in 3/4 year old Ballet and Tap class and now dances at the Senior level. Prior to JRD I was a Branch Manager for a local bank. I am one of "those" type of people that actually enjoy balance sheets and financial reports. I am typically the first person you will see coming into the studio and I look forward to seeing your dancer each week! Being a part of the JRD family has been a blessing to me. I get to combine my love for numbers and dance!
Abigail Hudnall
Instructor
Hi everyone! I will be teaching the littles at JRD. I started dance at 5 years old learning Ballet and Tap. When I was 13, I began assisting at JRD with teaching Ballet, Tap, Jazz, and Hip-Hop. I am also a wife of Russell Hudnall and a mom of 3 beautiful children. On the side, I also enjoy photography. JRD has always felt like my second home. I am so excited to help begin your child's dance journey, and hope to make them feel as loved and comfortable as I did!
Ashley Deaton
Instructor
Hello,
My name is Ashley Deaton. I have been dancing my entire life. I began training at the Diana Evans school of dance when I was three years old and continued there throughout high school. I was also a member of the dance team for all 4 years. I then attended Northern Kentucky University where I danced on NKU dance team for all 4 years and served as a co-captain during my senior year. In addition to performing, I've had the privilege of teaching at several dance studios and I truly love sharing my passion for dance with others.
Outside of dance, I am a teacher at Williamstown. I'm incredibly for the opportunity to continue teaching both in the classroom and in the studio. I teach all styles of dance but tap has always been my favorite.
Claudia Spratt
Instructor
Hi! My name is Claudia Spratt. I will be teaching Junior and Senior Hip-Hop at JRD! I danced at JRD for 13 years and now I'm coming back to choreograph and teach some amazing dancers. I choreographed many dances for philanthropic events at Morehead State University and won multiple choreography awards. I'm very grateful to continue my journey with dance at my childhood studio and excited to bring lots of new ideas. I can't wait to get started!