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Bri Sanford

Owner | Director | Choreographer | Instructor

Performance is in my DNA. With classically trained instructors at the helm, you'll have the opportunity to learn all styles of dance (ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, social dance, contemporary, ballroom etc.) in your dance classes . The Dance Collective dance studio is all about the performing arts, quality instruction, and personalized dance lessons for your needs. We even offer competitive pre-professional classes for the dancer who wants even more.

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Abby Matranga

Instructor | Choreographer | Assistant

I am passionate about imparting my dance expertise and enthusiasm to my students, enabling them to become proficient in all dance styles. In addition to teaching technical skills, I foster an environment where students can express themselves through performance while feeling secure, confident,  and comfortable.

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Avery Hebert

Instructor | Choreographer | Assistant

Avery has always had a deep love for dance and is passionate about sharing that joy with her students. She hopes to inspire the next generation of dancers the same way her teachers once inspired her.

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Jaelyn Juckett

Instructor | Choreographer | Assistant

I am so eager to share the lessons I have learned and leave an impact on my students like my teachers have left an impact on me. I truly believe that coaches shape you as a person and I want to shape my students to be confident but humble, strong but kind, and selfless while still focusing on their success.

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Laila Hidalgo

Instructor | Choreographer | Assistant

Dance is my biggest passion in life and I strive to inspire my students with that same passion and enjoyment in expressing themselves while perfecting the technical skills needed to be a successful dancer.

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Bri Sanford

OWNER | INSTRUCTOR | DIRECTOR

Bri is a native of Lafayette, Louisiana. She began her movement training 30 years ago.  She is trained in ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, modern, contemporary, gymnastics, acrobatics, and ballroom (smooth and rhythm) dance.  She is a 2007 graduate of Lafayette High School.  


During her high school years she was a member 2 nationally ranked dance teams, including Teurlings Catholic for 2 years and Lafayette High for 2 years.  She has been awarded many scholarships from LA Dance Magic, Jump, and Odyssey dance companies, including LA Dance Magic State Magic Performer, LA Dance Magic National Magic Performer Finalist, a full year scholarship to LA Dance Magic Competitions/Conventions, and a two-week scholarship at the performing arts studio in Los Angeles, CA. 


She was a member of the Universal Dance Association’s staff from 2007-2009.  Bri continued her dance training and graduated from Middle Tennessee State University in spring of 2011 with a degree in Theatre & Dance. During her time at MTSU, she was member of the MT Lightning Dance Team, crowned Miss Middle Tennessee Blue Raider, a Miss Tennessee Contestant, a member of Alpha Chi Omega Sorority, a member of Core Project Chicago Dance Company, and a member of the MTSU Dance Theatre Company.  


Her enrollment in the MTSU Dance Company gave her many opportunities such as performing an original Alwin Nikolais work "Pond" during the Sharing the Legacy celebration in New York City.  


During the 2010-2011 school year she traveled with the MTSU Dance Theatre Company to Chicago to perform in Bonesbare 4 with Core Project Chicago, and also to New York to participate in the centennial celebration of Alwin Nikolais.  As a member of Core Project Chicago Bri danced in Chicago, IL for Bonesbare 4 (Fall 2010), and danced in Boulder, CO for the annual Fringe Festival (Summer 2010).  


Bri was also a part of the professional staff at National Dance Clubs teaching ballroom dance in genres such as waltz, tango, foxtrot, swing (push pull, east coast, west coast), bolero, rumba, samba, salsa, mambo, cha cha, merengue, and viennese waltz.  Upon returning home to Lafayette, Bri continued to teach dance and became the dance team coach at Southside High School


As head coach, in just five years Bri has built her city’s newest high school, Southside, into a top ten nationally ranked team. Her work has won numerous awards for studios and dance teams.  She’s sought after and best described as a trendsetter because of her innovative and edgy choreography. For Bri, choreography is more than just winning, it’s about the experience that when done well and skilled, transforms the team and the audience lucky enough to share in the moment. 


Last but certainly not least Bri is managed by Bre Choreography, based out of Las Vegas. 


After realizing that she wanted to own her own studio  and create a space for the dancers of Acadiana, Bri opened The Dance Collective.  It is her hope to be able to not just teach dance steps. 


"I want to provide a space that allows young dancers to be able to learn about the challenges and the beauty of life. With dance they will learn how to work for something they believe in, how to express themselves in a healthy way, and how to be a part of something bigger, a team...a family." -Bri


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ABBY MATRANGA

INSTRUCTOR | CHOREOGRAPHER

Abby is a 2023 graduate of David Thibodaux STEM Magnet Academy and is currently pursuing a degree in Early Childhood Education at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette.

She brings 12 years of dance experience, including seven years as a competitive dancer. Abby is trained in a wide variety of styles, including ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, and acrobatics, and has been part of numerous award-winning performances.


Abby began teaching at the age of 12 as a class assistant and continued instructing throughout high school. For the past two years, she has been on staff at The Dance Collective, where she teaches both recreational and competitive classes.


Passionate about nurturing both technical skill and artistic expression, Abby strives to create a positive and encouraging classroom environment. Her goal is to help students build confidence, creativity, and discipline while inspiring a lifelong love for dance.



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Avery Hebert

INSTRUCTOR | CHOREOGRAPHER

Avery has danced 15 years, where she competed on her studio’s company team for 4 years and assisted classes for 3 years. She was also a member of the Southside Sapphires dance team throughout high school, serving as captain for 2 of her 4 years on the team.

Avery has always had a deep love for dance and is passionate about sharing that joy with her students. She hopes to inspire the next generation of dancers the same way her teachers once inspired her.


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Jaelyn Juckett

INSTRUCTOR | CHOREOGRAPHER

Jaelyn has been dancing for 13 years, with 6 of those years spent as a competitive dancer. She was a proud member of the Southside High School dance team and has been assistant teaching for the past 5 years.


As an instructor, Jaelyn is passionate about helping her students learn and grow as dancers while ensuring they have fun in the process. She believes that teaching is a two-way street—while her students learn from her, she also learns and grows through them. Jaelyn strives to create a positive and inspiring environment where every dancer can thrive.


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laila Hidalgo

INSTRUCTOR | CHOREOGRAPHER

Laila has been dancing for over 15 years, with 12 of those years spent training as a member of a competitive team. A proud graduate of Southside High School, Laila was a dedicated member of the Southside Sapphires dance team throughout all four years of high school, serving as Captain during both her junior and senior years.


Laila’s passion for dance is matched by her love for working with children. She is committed to inspiring the next generation of dancers and strives to bring her enthusiasm, discipline, and care into every class she teaches.


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