Staff
Ryan Santella - Director
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Tabitha Dominguez - Creative Director
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Teachers
Nikole Lobato - Teacher
I’ve been dancing for 17 years! I am experienced in pretty much all styles but hip hop contemporary and jazz the most. I did competitive dance for 7 years and I was on Eldorado High School's dance team for 4 years. My favorite thing participating in both teams was the friends I have made, and how much fun I had at the competitions.
"I want to teach other dancers that there is so much more to dance than moving to a song, there is so much emotion and energy that goes into it. You not only have relationships that form not only with your teammates but with your teachers as well that push you to be the best versions of yourself. Dance is such a special and powerful thing it truly is a movement."
Lexi Villalobos
My passion for dance began at a young age, and growing up, I was deeply influenced by my studio and high school coach, Kristy Tiley. She had a huge impact on my life, shaping my love for dance. Over time, I've developed a passion for coaching and being part of a team, one that feels like family. M3 has become that family for me, and I deeply admire everything they stand for, not only as dancers but also as individuals. Being a part of the team’s growth is rewarding and I can’t wait to see what the future holds with this team.
Currently, I assist with cleaning routines, provide private lessons, and choreography.
“When you get the chance to sit it out or dance, I hope you dance.”
Cammy Villalobos
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Student Teacher Assistants
Phoenix Ryan Santella
I am 18 years old and I am one of the student teachers/teacher assistants here at M3. I have a huge passion for the next generation and I strive to teach them not only how to be great dancers but also great teammates, great students, great friends, great daughters/sons, great leaders and overall great people. I am experienced in teaching Hip-Hop, Contemporary, Lyrical, Jazz, and Stretch and Strength. This is my 3rd year of choreographing for a competitive dance team and I am able to help with privates to work one on one with your dancer.
"I want students to understand that dancing is more than a sequence of movements, it is showing the audience what the music is expressing. We should not only love what we do but love who we do it with, the environment we do it in and love it enough to want to get better at it."
- Phoenix Ryan Santella
Isabella Hains
I’m 17 years old and I’ve been dancing since I was 6. I love making new friends through dance, and I absolutely adore everyone on this team. I don’t want anything but success for us. I work with M3 because I love helping out with the kids and being a part of their dance life. I want to ensure that they grow up in a positive environment and wish them nothing but the best. I’m a Student Teacher Assistant, I help the kids get ready and ensure they have everything they need. I review their routines with them and make sure everything looks good. I’m thrilled to be a part of this studio.
“Love your family, work super hard, live your passion.”
- Isabella Hains
Talicia Barrett
Hello! I am 17 years old and one of your student teacher assistants! I am a passionate dancer with experience in various styles, including Ballet, Contemporary, and Hip-Hop. Dance has always been a vital part of my life, providing me with a creative outlet and a way to connect with others. I believe in the power of dance to inspire and transform, and I'm dedicated to sharing my love for dance with my loving family M3! M3 family is like no other and I absolutely adore being a role model to our younger ones with also learning new things from the positive environment it provides.
"The greatest challenge in life is being yourself… in a world trying to make you like everyone else." It’s all about embracing who you are”
- Talicia Barrett
Nicholette Roble
I am 13 years old and I have been dancing since I was 2 years old. My job is helping with the Petites and Minis. I enjoy helping them because it reminds me of myself when I was younger and I want to help them become great dancers. I used to dance at Triple Threat Performing Arts where I met one of my favorite teachers, Ms. Cindy, who helped me become the dancer I am today. I am experienced in Ballet, Lyrical, Contemporary, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Musical Theater, Tap and Acro. I am glad to have great role models at this studio such as Phoenix to help guide me in the right direction not only in dance but in life in general.
"I do not try to dance better than anyone else, I only try to dance better than myself. It is me vs. me, every time should be better than the last."
- Nicholette Roble