DEBRA SPOULOS
Owner | Director | Company Instructor
Debra Spoulos has over 35+ years of experience in the field of dance. She began her training at the age of 5 in San Jose, California under the instruction of Nelson Dance Company. Growing up she performed and won numerous awards in winter guard, drill team, and color guard where she traveled to Washington, Texas, and Dayton Ohio for the WGI finals. Continuing her training she studied at Fresno State University majoring in Kinesiology and minoring in Dance. Upon graduating she became a full time teacher/choreographer in 1995 specializing in Jazz, Musical Theatre, and Tap. After teaching for 9 seasons at Broadway Dance Center she decided to buy her own dance studio in 2004. Her experience spans beyond her dance training such as judging regional dance competitions and photographing dancers across the country. She has owned and operated her own award winning studio for 20 years, has choreographed and taught numerous nationally acclaimed award winning numbers and holds numerous performance awards.
BROOKE DAWSON
General Manager | Company Instructor
Brooke Dawson has over 11+ years of experience in the field of dance and 5 years experience as a dance competition judge. She began her training at the age of 3 under the instruction of her mom Debra Spoulos who owns D2M Dance Project. Well rounded in all genres, but currently specializes in lyrical, acro, hip hop, and tap. Brooke has recently been studying to become certified in Progressing Ballet technique, and continues her education to advance in her career. In high school, Brooke was dance team captain, and later became a dance/cheer coach for the local high school. She recently started costume designing for D2M’s company team, and graduated in 2016 Paul Mitchel the School East Bay with her cosmetology license. Co - Owning Deuces Dance Photography with her mom she uses her designer and cosmetologist ability to make her vision come to life. Brooke is not only teaching our recreational and competitive program, she is now the General Manager of D2M Dance Project.
TIANA HESTER
INSTRUCTOR
TiAna Hester is a multifaceted individual dedicated to nurturing well-rounded dancers and movers. Through her expertise as a dancer, choreographer, and fitness professional, she empowers young women by integrating faith, education, entertainment, and inspiration into her work. Her commitment to building strong, confident individuals shines through her contributions to the dance and fitness community.
Credits: ASICS, NEOU Fitness, BET, Kevin Hart, Sevyn Streeter, Justine Skye, Orange Theory, Pittsburg Theatre Company, Contra Costal Musical Theater, and more!
GABRIELA GARCIA
INSTRUCTOR
Hi! My name is Gabriela Garcia and I have 15 years of dance experience. I joined d2m’s comp team at 10 years old and just finished my last season. In addition to dancing at d2m I was also dance team captain at my high school and choreographed a number of our routines. I am well rounded in most genres, but my favorite would have to be jazz or pointe. I am currently enrolled at Modesto Junior College and plan to transfer to a university to become a registered nurse. I am so excited to be teaching this season!
EMMA KLEIN
INSTRUCTOR
Hey D2M!! My name is Emma Klein . I’ve been dancing for 8 years, and teaching/t.a. for 3. I’ve been at D2M going on 5 years and joined the comp team my 7th grade year. In addition to competitive dance, Im on my high school dance team. I do all dance genres but my best genres are hip hop and jazz. I love teaching the kiddos my passion for dance and how it’s helped me through so much. If you see me at the studio don’t be afraid to say hi. I can’t wait to start this season!!
ASHLEIGH HEWEY
INSTRUCTOR
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