All About “Dance Illusion” and our Talented Staff!
“For Professional and Quality Instruction”
The Dance Illusion LLC has been in business since 2008 in beautiful Cache Valley. Our goal as a studio is to strongly improve the technique and knowledge of everyone of our students in a structured and positive environment. We pride ourselves in giving constant “personal attention” to all of our students, and we keep our class sizes appropriate to do so.
Our staff is very experienced with large bios to back up their knowledge and expertise. We LOVE to challenge our students and share our excitement for dance with them daily!
We have 6 different studios for our students to take class in. We offer regular weekly classes, at a moderate rate, as well as multiple competitive company teams. We will perform at community events, competitions, as well as have 2 recitals throughout the year.
Bios of Instructors:
 | Lisa Preece grew up in the Ogden area and has over 35 years of dance experience, in over 12 styles of dance. She is the proud mother of 2 beautiful children and has lived in Cache Valley for the past 17 years. She is a former Utah State Aggiette, and former coach of the Logan Hi-Lo’s Drill Team. While coaching them for 6 years they won numerous National, State, and Region Championship titles. For 11 years she worked for the Universal Dance Association (largest instructional dance company in the U.S.) and has taught camps and conventions as a Head Instructor in over 20 states. She is a Nationally acclaimed judge who has judged UDA Nationals (featured on ESPN), in Orlando, Florida, USA Nationals in California, West Coast Championships, over 10 State Championships, and numerous other National and Local Invitationals. She was the Secretary for the Utah Dance and Drill Association and was voted the State Drill Team 2007 Coach of the Year Award. She is a certified Utah Dance & Drill Team Judge, has served on numerous committee boards for UDA, and was a UDA State Director for 5 years. Lisa has choreographed for the London New Year’s Day Parade, Houston Thanksgiving Day Parade, UDA College & High School National Champion Teams, Studios, All-Star Cheer Teams, and many Musical Theatre Productions. Lisa also has a huge love for Musical Theater and has performed in over 50 different musicals. She loves to continue her education as a dance teacher and owner and yearly attended Dance Teacher conferences like Rhee Gold’s Teacher Conference, Dance Teacher Web, Tremaine, and many more! She is now very excited to start her 15th year of Dance Illusion! |
 | Jane Miller began dancing at the age of 3. She has trained in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, lyrical, contemporary, and acro tumbling. Growing up, she trained and competed with a local studio. In high school, Jane was a member of the drill team, and went onto serve as both Drill Mistress and Vice President. It was at this time she also began training at Dance Illusion under the direction of Lisa Preece. After graduation, she danced on the Utah State University Dance Company. She also worked as an instructor for the Universal Dance Association for 3 years and had the opportunity to work with many dance teams on the West Coast. At age 20, Jane became the head coach for the Logan High School Hi-Lo’s Drill Team. She led them to a region championship, state military title, and national military title. After two years of head coaching, Jane decided to pursue her nursing degree. She enjoys still being involved in drill team as a UHSAA certified drill team judge. She also had the opportunity to be the assistant coach for the Weber State University Dance Team in 2018 and helped them win an NDA national title in hip hop. Jane has been chosen as a guest/master teacher at many different events in styles including jazz, jazz technique, lyrical, and military. She has choreographed many award-winning routines for teams, small groups, solos, duets and trios in different states including Nevada, Washington, Idaho, and Utah. Jane also graduated with her Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing from Weber State University and works full time as a Registered Nurse. She is grateful for the opportunity she has to still share her love of dance with all of the sweet dancers she teaches, and is looking forward to her 13th year at Dance Illusion! |
 | Karlee Bowen is excited to start her 13th year with Dance Illusion. She is trained in lyrical, jazz, contemporary, basic ballet, and tap. Karlee is certified in Radar turns and leaps technique course. She’s choreographed and worked with many Drill teams throughout the state of Utah and Idaho. She is also the head coach at Ridgeline high school, she was excited for the opportunity to start and create the new program back in 2016. Since coaching, Ridgeline drill team has won 6 region titles, top 2 placements at state, as well as top 5 placements at state every year. Two years ago, Karlee was voted coach of the year. She loves sharing her passion and is excited to share more knowledge with the state. Karlee choreographs many routines for the studio, as well as several solos, duets, and trios. Her favorite style to teach is lyrical. She has so much love for the students and parents at the studio. She is always excited when a new year rolls around and she gets to work with new and old dancers. Karlee graduated from college with a degree in human movement. She uses her knowledge from college to help teach proper technique and strength as she knows the basics of how the body works and which muscles create movement and resistance during physical exercise. She loves sharing her anatomy terminology with her dancers. Karlee recently got married on a private beach in Puerto Vallarta. It was her dream day and can’t want to start this next chapter in her life as the new Mrs. Bowen. |
 | Liz Schwartz grew up in Smithfield Utah and has over 29 years of dance experience in both competitive and performance dance. Liz has five sisters and amazing parents who have always supported her in all she does. Aside from dance, Liz loves to travel with her husband and two daughters (Adelaide 7, Scotlynn 3). Since the age of three she has been in love with dance. At four years old Liz was competing in solo's all over the state of Utah. While competing in solos, she took many championships and overalls. In 2001 Liz was able to dance in the Salt Lake City Olympics. Since the Olympics she was cast in: Utah Festival Opera “Kismet” as an Arabian Princess dancer, High School drill & cheer team, and much more. Liz competed Nationally and placed 1st at nationals several times. She has been lucky to train under many amazing choreographers and teachers such as; Joe Tremaine, Brian Friedman, Wade Robson, Cris Judd, Laurie Johnson, Barry Youngblood, and many more. In 2015 Liz was asked to come start a dance program and provide its curriculum for a company in Brigham City Utah. She met a lot of great people through that program and loved being apart of it. Since then she has become an Utah State drill team judge and a member of the Utah Dance Judges Association. In 2021 she joined the drill team coaching staff at Ridgeline High School. Since joining the staff they have taken second at the State competition in the 4A division, as well as a fifth year repeat region championship. She loves the world of drill and all it has taught her. Along with coaching, she has choreographed for several high schools in cheer and musical theatre. She has found a new love to choreograph and work with groups outside of the studio world. She is excited to start her sixth year teaching at Dance Illusion! |
 | Jodie Lamb After a few years off, I am so excited to be back in the studio sharing my love of dance! I have over 35 years of experience teaching dance of all styles. I’ve coached high school Cheer and Drill for 20 years and now my life is full of fabulous people that I’ve met through dance. I have many years of experience in choreography, judging, educating and mentoring dancers and teachers, and designing/sewing Dancewear and costumes. I have an amazing husband, six kids, one son in law, and one grandson. Dance and my family and my family has been my life… I am so lucky! My goal this year is to help students train properly to prevent injuries, and help them realize that dance is not only athletic, but artistic. I want them to be passionate about their training and find a love for dance that will stay with them their whole life. Building confidence in every single dancer by finding their individual strengths will also be a priority for me. We have so much talent here at Dance Illusion, I feel so excited to become part of the process. |
 | My name is Kate Spencer, and I have been dancing since the age of 3! I grew up training at Center Stage Performing Arts Studio in Orem, Utah. I trained in jazz, ballet, contemporary, lyrical, ballroom, and hip hop. I’ve won numerous awards and scholarships. I’ve worked with many amazing choreographers including Talia Favia, Jaqi Royal, Hefa and Randi, and Teddy Florence. I was a part of Alta Dance Company in high school where I was the head choreographer and president. I’ve choreographed numerous dances and love to teach. I am now a part of the Utah State Spirit Squad as an Aggiette. I’m so excited for my third year at Dance Illusion and to work with each one of you! |
 | Michelle Bartlett is beyond excited to start her fourth year with Dance Illusion! Michelle grew up training, assisting, and teaching in styles including jazz, hip hop, lyrical, contemporary, ballet, pointe, character, acro tumbling, and, her favorite, tap! She also assisted a local middle school dance team for two of their seasons working on their pom and hip hop routines. Since becoming a part of the Dance Illusion family, Michelle's team and solo choreography has placed in category and division overalls at regional and national competitions with specialty awards for choreography, costuming, technique, showmanship, and creativity. When not at the studio, Michelle is a second-year Masters student at Utah State University studying history! She is also an apprentice with Tap into the Network this season and is looking forward to bringing all she learns back to the students here. Michelle is so grateful to be part of an amazing studio and cannot wait to start what she already knows will be an amazing year! |
 | Hey everyone! I’m Brinkley Buchanan. I have been a part of the dance world for over 20 years. I got married in August 2021 and am currently living in the Logan area. I started dancing at the age of 4 at Angie’s Dance Academy, and advanced on the competition teams. I moved to Dance Illusion at the age of 9 and received training in Jazz, Ballet, Hip Hop, Contemporary, and Modern styles of dance. I competed on high level competition teams while at Dance Illusion and participated in dance conventions including Epic, Adrenaline, BDT and SALT choreography festival. I improved my skills by attending intensives and master classes including Ballet Wesk and Cache Valley Civic Ballet, hip hop with Anthony Carr, Twitch and Chris Fonesca, modern and contemporary with AILEY II and SALT. I had the opportunity to be a dancer on Studio Artists with Dance Illusion and have increased training in modern and choreography. I was a member of the Mountain Crest and Ridgeline drill team for four years, holding many leadership positions including Drill Mistress senior year. I also received female athlete of the year my senior year as well. After high school I attended Snow College as a member of the Badgerette Snow College Dance Team. After coming home due to Covid I met my husband and was one of the Mountain Crest assistant coaches for a year. Now I’m doing what I love most. Teaching dance in a studio setting! I’ve been teaching at Dance Illusion for the past four years! When I’m not teaching dance you will find me being a stay at home mom to my 1 year old son or playing with my dog Russel. I’m so excited for this dance season and to be part of the Dance Illusion Family! |
 | Kylie Thomas was trained in jazz, hip hop, contemporary, ballet, modern, and acro tumbling. In high school she won various region and state titles, including all state and top corp. She has been able to take on multiple leadership positions throughout her high school and college dance experience, which included the positions as USU Dance Company President & Team Captain. She received her bachelors degree from Utah State University in Human Development. Her love for dance also extends to a love for teaching. She’s been a dance instructor for 4 years which has given her opportunities to work for companies such as EPIC Drill and Cheer Productions, Utah State University, Dance Illusion, and various other studios. |
 | Hello! My name is Miranda Butterfield! I am so excited for another year at Dance Illusion. I have been around the studio for 11 years, 8 of those being a student here myself! On top of dancing I was also a competitive tumbler and then continued onto high school and did cheer and was able to be a captain my senior year. I have a passion for dance and helping little kids grow that same passion! When I'm not coaching I am probably working my other job of being a teacher aide to become a school teacher myself! I love being with friends and family, shopping, walks outside, organizing and staying busy! I am excited for another great season! |
 | My name is LeAnn Ravsten and this is my second year teaching at Dance Illusion! I grew up dancing for 22 years of my life and have received training in ballet, pointe, jazz, hip hop, contemporary and ballroom. I’ve participated in Ballet West's Nutcracker performances as a Page. I was on my high school’s ballroom team for two years and was a captain for the team my senior year. I danced on Utah State’s Dance Company for two years and was a captain for the dance company my second year! I just recently graduated from Utah State with a bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics and a double minor in Statistics and Anticipatory Intelligence. I’m excited to be at Dance Illusion and looking forward to the amazing dance year ahead of us! |
 | My name is Saige Wiser, and I have dedicated 14 years to dancing. Most of my journey has been at Dance Illusion where I’ve not only trained but also taught for a year. I find joy in instilling a strong work ethic in my students while ensuring they have fun. Working alongside people who are so sweet and share the love of dance has been so rewarding. I’ve loved witnessing personal growth and meaningful relationships from the commitment and time dedicated. Logan has been my home for my entire life. Currently, I am pursuing a finance degree at Utah State University and simultaneously dancing as an Aggiette. I look forward to continuing my education and dance journey at USU. |
 | My name is Ava Spencer. I am from Sandy, Utah. I grew up dancing at Center Stage Performing Arts Studio in Orem. I trained in all styles and have worked with a variety of choreographers. I was on Alta Dance Company for four years and was a choreographer for two years. My senior year I was Head Choreographer and I have choreographed over 15 routines. I'm now part of the Utah State Aggiettes, and I'm so excited to continue dancing! I can't wait to teach here at Dance Illusion! |
 | Hi, I'm Londyn Hardy! I've been dancing over 15 years, and for 9 of those years Dance Illusion has truly been my second home. Over that time, I've trained in a variety of styles, learned from inspiring teachers, and built lifelong friendships that mean the world to me. Dance has shaped who I am--it's taught me discipline, creativity, confidence, and how rewarding it is to work hard toward a goal. What I love most about being part of Dance Illusion is the opportunity to share that passion with others. I'm committed to creating a welcoming and encouraging environment where dancers feel supported to push themselves, try new things, and express who they are. My goal is to not only help dancers improve their technique, but also to inspire them to believe in themselves both in and out of the studio. I can't wait to continue growing with this incredible community and to help spark a lifelong love of dance in the next generation. |
 | My name is Avery Jensen, and dance has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. I began formal studio training at the age of 12 at Dance Impressions, where I trained in all styles and developed a deep love for versatility in dance. Throughout the years, I've attended countless conventions and had the privilege to learn from many accomplished choreographers and industry leaders. In high school, I danced on the Farmington Drill Team for three years, where we earned a 5A State Championship title and were twice named 6A State Runner-Up. After graduating, I continued my dance journey at Snow College where I danced for two years, serving as a team captain my sophomore year. During that time, I had the honor of leading our team to nationals for the very first time, where we proudly brought home first place in both hip hop and jazz. I am currently attending Utah State University and am a member of the Spirit Squad as an Aggiette. Dance has shaped who I am, and I am passionate about creating a safe space for others to grow, learn, and find joy in movement. My goal is to bring positivity, encourage hard work, and help dancers reach their fullest potential both on and off the floor. |
 | Savannah McKenna |
 | Hi my name is Savannah Stacey and I've been dancing for 12 years! I am so excited to be starting my first year teaching at Dance Illusion! For 6 of those years, I danced competitively in jazz, hip hop, and contemporary. I also spent 4 years on drill for Ridgeline. While on drill my team won four Region titles! Dance has always been such a big part of my life, and I can't wait to share that passion with my students. My goal is to create a fun, energetic environment where we can work hard and learn new skills. I'm excited to help my dancers grow and gain confidence! |
 | Hi, I'm Hailey Harding! Originally from Colorado, I am now a student at Utah State! I grew up dancing at Tempo School of Performing Arts where I had the opportunity to train, and I also taught there for many years. I have performed in my home studio's Nutcracker as the Sugar Plum fairy, along with being on the competition team for 5 years. We participated in many competitions and conventions where I mainly competed in lyrical. I've attended BYU's contemporary summer intensive, and ArtÉmotion in partnership with Ballet West. I can't wait to start my first year teaching here! |