About Us
We are all about fitness, friendship, and fun!
At Dance Dayz Studio, located at the heart of La Mesa in Grossmont Center, we’ve been helping La Mesa stay stylish on the dance floor since opening our doors in September of 2018. Our instructors have experience in teaching and performing various styles of the performing arts. We have a passion for children and for helping everyone discover their inner dancer.
Meet the Team
Where the Passion Begins
Nadia Gewarges
Owner, Head Dance Dreamer
Nadia graduated from SDSU in 2014 with a BS in Liberal Studies to become an elementary school teacher. Although from a young age it was clear that teaching was what Nadia was meant to do, she chose to use those passions and skills for dance. In 2017 Dance Dayz was born! From a mobile dance company organizing school recreation programs throughout San Jose and the Bay Area, to returning home to San Diego, she dreamt of opening a permanent location. Her dream was to provide a studio space for community involving dancers, artists, and their families! Her wish has come true! She gives each of her students personalized attention to fulfill their dance goals by encouraging them to be the best they can be! She specializes in preschool classes including our Princess Ballerinas, tap, jazz, and hip hop.
Trinity Jochens
Single Genre Dance Instructor
Trinity is a highly trained dancer with a passion for dance, movement, and teaching that is genuine, professional and an inspiration! Her technical background will be taught to your children. Her goal is for kids to feel confident, learn new skills, and become better dancers. Trinity is currently a student and new to us this season. She teaches Triple Threat, Jazz Funk, and assists in petite combo classes.
Mackenzie Scott
Princess Ballerinas Instructor
Mackenzie danced and cheered from a young age, and has been with us since last summer. She has a passion for music, movement, and teaching. Her students love her energy and she always has a smile on her face! Mack helps her students learn ballet skills and choreography while having fun through our specialized Princess Ballerinas curriculum!
Emily Villanueva
Single Genre, Special Needs, and Princess Ballerinas
Emily is currently a student at SDSU majoring in Dance. She joined our team at the beginning of the 2021 season and has added so many strengths! You will find her teaching special needs Jazz, Princess Ballerinas, and private lessons.
Kendyl McFetridge
Special Needs Musical Theater, Jazz and Tiny Tots Dance Instructor
Kendyl has been dancing most of her life and trained in all genres of dance. She has volunteered within the special needs community, and her upbeat and energetic style makes her the perfect fit for these classes. She is currently a student, dancer, and cheerleader at Steele Canyon High School. Kendyl teaches our Special Needs Musical Theater, and Special Needs Jazz classes.
Alyssa Wilson
Single Genre Dance Instructor
Alyssa has been dancing since she was 3 years old and has trained in all genres of dance. She is currently a student, dancer, and high school athlete at West Hills. Alyssa is new this season and gives each of her students personalized attention to fulfill their dance goals by encouraging them to be the best they can be! Alyssa teaches our Beginning Ballet and Intermediate Ballet classes.
