INSTRUCTORS:

Lauren Andrews
Owner / Director / Instructor
Lauren began her dance training in Richmond, Virginia. Since she was a little girl, Lauren dreamed about sharing her passion for dance with others.While focusing on dance technique and terminology, Lauren brings her upbeat personality and creative energy to every class.
After studying at numerous studios in Virginia, Lauren was inducted into the Richmond Ballet during Fall of 1996, making her the youngest member to receive the honor. Shortly after studying ballet, Lauren begin to make a name for herself on the competition circuit winning many ballet, lyrical, tap and jazz solo awards. In 2000 Lauren was selected to be a member of the 2001 Dance Caravan Kids, traveling the nation performing and assisting in workshops. Also during that summer Lauren took the main stage in Walt Disney World to perform a variety of dance forms. After high school Lauren was asked to join Manhattan Dance Project’s founder Bill Hotaling’s dance troupe and complete an intensive dance program in New York City.
Lauren has since been involved in the performing groups at the Miss Virginia pageants, the Little/Teen Miss Virginia Pageants, Virginia Special Olympics, as well as choreographing for local Cincinnati events. Her dance education spans around the Virginia area, Carolina's and the prestigious Broadway Dance Center in New York City. In addition to the studio, Lauren is also entering her third year as head coach for the Saint Ursula Academy High School Dance Team. Over the past three years she as attended The Pulse dance convention and took class from world renown choreographs Mia Michaels, Wade Robson, Tyce Diorio, Dave Scott and Cincinnati’s own Shane Sparks. Lauren continues her education every year by attending workshops and conventions throughout the nation to always bring fresh ideas and cutting edge choreography back to the studio.

Molly Rauch
Instructor
Molly has had a rewarding dance career spanning over eighteen years.  Her dance education began at age five, after which she moved on to the Norma Noble School of Dance in Dayton.  There she received eleven years of ballet, classical jazz, and show-stopping tap training, in addition to ten years of pointe.  Molly also competed and placed in group tap and jazz performances, and solo pointe routines.  She was ecstatic when she got to compete at the Disney World National Dance competition with the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity of performing in the Main Street parade! 
In high school, Molly expanded her dance and performance opportunities.  For four years she was active in both competitive and non-competitive cheerleading while also exploring hip-hop dance, which she has been studying for over seven years.  She traveled to many camps and competitions and her squad placed at the ECA National Championships in 1999 and 2000.  Molly continued her dance education in college through the dance departments at Sinclair Community College in Dayton, and The Ohio State University.  Although an English major, Molly took advantage of dance opportunities every quarter:  ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, and even swing dancing!  At the collegiate level, Molly was excited to re-experience dance, as these classes intensely focused on advanced technique.  
Having graduated from Ohio State in June 2005 and preparing for graduate school to study Education, Molly is thrilled to be a part of the Cincy Dance Studio!  For four years, Molly was a student instructor for children ages 5-15 in ballet, pointe, tap, jazz, and acrobat, and she is eager to get back in the studio to share her love of dance.  Molly is a firm believer in making dance a fun and positive activity for individuals of all ages, especially children!

Ricky Mesina
Instructor
An innovative hip hop dancer & choreographer, Ricky has developed material for several dance troupes in Southwest Ohio and Indiana, and was also featured in a National BET Hip Hop Dance Competition.  Ricky is a 2006 graduate of Ball State University.

Molly Murphy
Instructor
Molly is a graduate of the Wright State University Dance Program where she earned her BFA in Dance. She spent six years dancing for Paramount's Kings Island where she also choreographed, managed, and helped cast the entertainers for each season. Most recently Molly was a member of the Undertoe Dance Project in New York City and worked as an apprentice for The Push Factor Dance Company also in New York. She has found great enjoyment through teaching her craft to all ages. Since she has been back in Ohio her teaching credits include Wright State University's MAPP program and several local studios. She is thrilled to be joining the staff of Cincy Dance Studio and is excited about the upcoming year with her new students!

Mandy Franceschina
Instructor
Mandy Franceschina began dancing at the age of three, and hasn’t stopped since! Throughout her dance career, Mandy danced ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, contemporary, and belly dancing. While in high school, Mandy served as Captain of the dance team. During college, Mandy choreographed and coached a local high school dance team. She has performed on numerous All-Star Dance Teams, even performing during the New Year’s celebration in Paris, France. Mandy has also been seen on stage in Cincinnati in numerous professional musical theatre productions and at the Aladdin Casino in Las Vegas.

In 2000, Mandy found her way to Latin dancing…and sparks flew! Soon after, Mandy received training in Ballroom dance through Arthur Murray International. She and her former partner competed professionally in the Rising Star American Rhythm Category at National Dance Council of America and DanceSport competitions across the country, consistently placing in the top 4 couples. Mandy has been invited to perform at dance events throughout the region, such as the French American Chamber of Commerce Beaujolais Nouveau and at the Cincinnati Entertainment Awards at the Taft Theatre.

Mandy truly enjoys working with students of all experience levels. At present, she is teaching private lessons and group classes to individuals, couples, and groups alike, growing their love of dance while sharing hers. She also is a certified Zumba instructor, fusing Latin dance figures into a fun and intense workout! At present, Mandy is dancing and performing with her professional partner, J. Patrick Clements, preparing for upcoming competitions in the International Latin category.

Keri Randall
Instructor
Having been dancing since the age of 3, Keri Randall knew at a young age that dancing was her true passion. Through nine years of cheering, Keri has competed in numerous cheerleading competitions and has also coached for two years. Her dance education then took off and began to include ballet, jazz, tap, pom, and hip-hop training. Keri began competing in national competitions, where her team placed in numerous categories and where she also served as team captain for three years. Keri then moved on to Sullivan University where she continued to take jazz and hip-hop classes. Then, in 2008, Keri earned a spot on the Cincinnati Bengals NFL cheerleading squad. Now, looking to take her love of dance to a new level, Keri is a certified Zumba® instructor – fusing Latin dance into a fun and effective workout!

Arin Contra
Instructor
Arin is a Senior at Indian Hill High School.  Her love for dance started at the age of three.  She has danced at multiple studios in the Cincinnati area.  Arin has attended the Cincy Dance Studio for five years and she is excited that she can now share her love for dance and the studio with others.