About
Julia Memering
Julia Memering- OwnerJulia is a graduate of Western Ky. University where she minored in dance and was a part of the WKY Dance Company for 3 years. She performed in many shows such as “Frank Sinatra”, “Mask of the Red Death”, and an “Evening of Dance.” Dance has been her passion since the age of 3. She has made many accomplishments with dance in her life. She grew up dancing at Mulcahy’s Dance Studio studying ballet, tap, jazz, and hip hop. In 1997 and 98, Julia was named “All American” where she performed in the halftime performance in the Hula Bowl in Hawaii. She was captain of the Starliners dance team where she competed against many other studios of Northern Kentucky. Outside of the studio, she has choreographed dance pieces for both the Williamstown and Grant County Dance Teams. As a Williamstown native, Julia has managed the studio for 21 years. She also has a full-time job working as a teacher for 16 years at Williamstown Independent school. She has truly enjoyed her opportunity to share her knowledge and experience in dance with local students.
Ryanne Schroder
Instructor
Ryanne spent 17 years dancing and 5 years teaching at Le Dance Studio. She studied ballet, tap, jazz, and point. She has competed at a regional in Cleveland. She spent her high school years dancing in and co-choreographing the school musicals. The productions include “Bye Bye Birdie”, “Cinderella”, “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory,” and “Grease”. Her favorite dance styles are tap and contemporary ballet.
Danielle mcCandless
I am the Office Manager for JRD. I came to work for the studio in 2015. However, My introduction to Julia's is like many of yours. I am a parent of a dancer. My daughter Shelby started out in 3/4 year old Ballet and Tap class and now dances at the Senior level. Prior to JRD I was a Branch Manager for a local bank. I am one of "those" type of people that actually enjoy balance sheets and financial reports. I am typically the first person you will see coming into the studio and I look forward to seeing your dancer each week! Being a part of the JRD family has been a blessing to me. I get to combine my love for numbers and dance!
Abigail Hudnall
Instructor
Hi everyone! I will be teaching the littles at JRD. I started dance at 5 years old learning Ballet and Tap. When I was 13, I began assisting at JRD with teaching Ballet, Tap, Jazz, and Hip-Hop. I am also a wife of Russell Hudnall and a mom of 3 beautiful children. On the side, I also enjoy photography. JRD has always felt like my second home. I am so excited to help begin your child's dance journey, and hope to make them feel as loved and comfortable as I did!
Sara Cardin
Instructor
Hello! I am Sara Cardin. I will be instructing the intermediate level of dance at JRD. I have instructed at JRD for 3 years now. I started dance when I was 3 years old, at Dance Expressions and later at Shannon's All About Dance, taking categories Ballet, Tap, and Jazz. After High School, I danced for Georgetown College Dance team improving my dance skills and technique. One the side, I am also an assistant cheer coach. My full-time job is being an educator for 15 years, in Grant County schools, currently as a librarian. My favorite job is being a wife to my husband Tyler, and a mother to my son and daughter. I'm excited to start a new season and meet my new dancers!
Claudia Spratt
Instructor
Hi! My name is Claudia Spratt. I will be teaching Junior and Senior Hip-Hop at JRD! I danced at JRD for 13 years and now I'm coming back to choreograph and teach some amazing dancers. I choreographed many dances for philanthropic events at Morehead State University and won multiple choreography awards. I'm very grateful to continue my journey with dance at my childhood studio and excited to bring lots of new ideas. I can't wait to get started!