Melanie Schmidt
Program Director/Instructor
Education: Bachelor of Arts Degree from Gustavus Adolphus College in Education (K-6): Masters in Education from University of Minnesota in Early Childhood and Early Childhood Special Education.
Certifications: Certified Zumbini Instructor, Dance Instructor Certification from University of Nevada, Las Vegas, CPR Certified
Characteristics: Patient, Kind, Caring
Dance Experience: I started dancing at 7 years old. I grew up dancing tap, ballet and jazz in a studio and also High Kick on my High School dance team. I have been a Dance Team official for the Minnesota State High School League for 19 years. I have taken adult classes in tap, ballet and ballroom, and also performed in musical theater.
Years Teaching: 8
Favorite Dance Genre: Ballet and Lyrical
Fun Facts: I can waterskii, I love musicals and I drink tea instead of coffee!
