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Ms Sharon is the owner and director of the school. She began dancing at age three and has had the privilege of studying under some of the country's foremost dance instructors as well as being an advanced level gymnast and training with international coaches. Her first loves are gymnastics and tap, so you'll find that when she's not on her hands, her feet are always making noise! Ms Sharon believes that dance is her gift to share and by doing so she is given the chance to touch people's hearts and lives. Respect, communication, safety and of course fun are the cornerstones of Sharon's School of Dance. Along with dance, Ms.Sharon's other passion is photography. She is currently supplementing her Associates Degree in Photography by pursuing a Bachelors Degree in Photography. as a student at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh's Online division.

Ms Michaele is the assistant director as well as ballet mistress, and music editor. You'll find she does a bit of everything while still carrying a full dance schedule. Ms Michaele has studied with Ms Sharon for 21 years as well as attending the Harrisburg Arts Magnet School for ballet. She is in charge of making all of our music clean and age appropriate - not always an easy task! . She is currently working for the city of Harrisburg as well as pursuing a bachelor's degree for Cultural studies with a literature concentration..

Ms Brandi (Stubby-as she is affectionately called) is trained in ballet from Central Pa Youth Ballet. She has now studied at Sharon's School of Dance for more than five years. She is one of our substitute teachers filling in wherever she is needed. She currently works as a teacher in the theatrical department of Milton Hershey School. She is also a very talented costumer and is responsible for the professional tutus worn by some of our students. Brandi also serves as our resident lighting director.

Nicole Williams I grew up in Maryland where I started twirling at the age of 10. I twirled in a majorette corps. where I competed in local competitions as well as performed in local parades. My skills advanced me to twirl in state, regional and national competitions. While twirling with the corps., I assisted with younger groups teaching techniques and routines. I moved on to college where I continued twirling at Shippensburg University, where I was captain of the squad for 2 years, choreographing routines to go with the marching band for football games. Now working full-time and a part-time student, I am excited to be able to twirl again and pass on my knowledge to the next generation at Sharon's School of Dance.

Student Helpers (age 10-15):
These students help keep our younger students focused as well as leading them into class, tying shoes and demonstrating. They are a great asset to our preschool and youth classes!

Michelle Rimmer started dancing at Sharon's School of Dance about ten years ago. Before that, she was an accomplished gymnast. She graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a bachelor's degree in communication. She currently works at A.S.A.P. gymnastics center and still manages to continue dancing as well as substitute whenever she is needed. She also assists with the elite gymnastic class. She is also the school's stage manager for our annual revues.

Alison Clifton started dancing at Sharon's School of Dance when she was about six years old. When she turned 13, her family moved to California. Before she left she said "don't worry Ms. Sharon, I will be back". This year she kept that promise and we are so happy to have our little Ali back. A more formal resume will be posted soon. Alison helps with the yellow 1 class. She is a wonderful assest to our school and family of dancers.