She also danced professionally for 10 years with the Land of the Sky Civic Ballet under the direction of the Fletcher family. Michele moved her program to South Asheville area in 1996. She is certified to teach by test through Dance Masters of America, Inc. an organization comprised of professional dance teachers across the United States and Canada. Michele currently serves on the Board of Directors of Carolina Dance Masters Chapter 15. Michele and her staff travel throughout the country to attend workshops and conventions several times a year. Michele is well-known for her unique, inspiring choreography and teaching style. Michele’s theatrical experience includes extensive choreography in Charlotte for Matthews Playhouse, Charlotte Children’s Theater and Creative Kids, as well as locally for Warren Wilson College. Her group and solo dances have received acclaim at local, state, and national competitions. Her students have been crowned Miss Asheville, Carolina Princesses and Junior Mister Dance of North Carolina. A caring and positive role model, Michele instills a love of dance in her students that lasts a lifetime.