Stefanie has been dancing since the age of four and has taught dance since 2001. She studied dance full-time in Australia, obtaining her Certificate IV in Classical Ballet and a Diploma in Performing Arts from Danceworld 301. While attending Danceworld 301, Stefanie had the opportunity to study ballet with dance legend Gelsey Kirkland. She has also reached Elementary level through the Royal Academy of Dancing syllabus. Stefanie is currently working towards her Associates Degree in Early Child Development at Mesa College.

After graduating from her full-time studies Stefanie pursued a career in dance, having performed as “The Little Mermaid” at Tokyo Disneyland Resort in Japan and in children’s shows for X-System Entertainment in Singapore.  In Victoria she has been on the cheer squad for the state Rugby and Basketball teams, has danced multiple times for the Australian Formula 1 Grand Prix and has also danced with singer/songwriter Irene Cara from the movie “Fame” at a nationally televised sporting event in Australia.  Stefanie and her husband moved to California from Melbourne, Australia at the start of 2008. She is extremely excited to be a part of ADA, and to share her love and passion for dance with the students.

stef@bauer.net.au