If you’re looking for a highly rated and trusted dance staff in Louisville, look no further than Dance Louisville and it’s Jr Academy. We are a family oriented business that had been promoting the love of dance to people of all ages for over 15 years. You can feel comfortable that you’re children will be in good hands. Don’t take our word for it, we invite you to come and experience it for yourself!

YOUR TALENTED INSTRUCTORS

Emily Larsen

Emily Larsen

Instructor, Programs Administrator

Born and raised in Austin, Texas, Emily he was introduced to Ballet at age three and continued adding on various dance genres over the years such as Jazz, Contemporary, Hip-Hop, and Musical Theatre. Emily received a Bachelor of Arts in Dance from the University of Texas at Austin.

Robin Schulman

Robin Schulman

Instructor

 Robin Franck-Schulman has taught dance for 30 years and has danced and/or choreographed professionally with JCC CenterStage, Music Theater Louisville and Clarksville Theatre. Robin previously was the owner/director of The Dance Connection.

Emma Rose Strybel

Emma Rose Strybel

Instructor

Emma Rose is a self professed ballet nerd. She has been dancing since age 3 and began to pursue ballet at age 10 with the Louisville Ballet School. Read more...

YOUR FRIENDLY ADMIN STAFF

Dance Louisville has been a trusted brand in dancing in our community for over 15 years. With the addition of a great staff at our Jr Academy you’ll have access to some of the brightest minds in dance in Louisville Here is a list of some of the people you’ll get to know.

Brian Barakauskas

Brian Barakauskas

Owner, Instructor

Years ago, Brian took his first dance steps right here in Louisville. In 2017 he was inducted into the UCWDC Dance Hall of Fame. He continues to share his passion for dance with people as the owner of Dance Louisville.

Emily Larsen

Emily Larsen

Instructor, Programs Administrator

Born and raised in Austin, Texas, Emily he was introduced to Ballet at age three and continued adding on various dance genres over the years such as Jazz, Contemporary, Hip-Hop, and Musical Theatre. Emily received a Bachelor of Arts in Dance from the University of Texas at Austin.

JoAnn Lewis

JoAnn Lewis

Studio Manager

JoAnn is most famous in the studio for being Brian’s mom. She started working at Dance Louisville in 2012 and has continued to be a great asset to the studio.

OUR REPUTATION IN THE COMMUNITY IS VITAL TO US

See what the local community as to say about Dance Louisville!