Meet Our Instructors
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Victoria Hare-Leegins
Victoria is the owner, executive choreographer, and instructor at 3DSC. She began dancing at the age of 2 and fell in love with the stage; entertaining many audiences. In her more recent education, she graduated from East Carolina University (Greenville, NC) with a Bachelor's in Public Health and concentration in Community Health. While attending University she expanded her dance knowledge by studying and performing under Galina Panova. Galina began in Russia and expanded her work across the World, performing in many incredible companies and venues such as the Kirov Ballet Company, Performing Arts Council of the Transvaal (PACT), Berlin Opera Ballet, New York State Theater, and London Opera House. Victoria constantly strives to continue educational opportunities and loves attending workshops such as the "Fontana Clogging Jamboree" to bring back the most up-to-date instruction for all 3DSC students. In addition, she has led many competitive teams to top overall placements, judges awards, and National winnings! Community outreach is also a pillar to Victoria, as 3DSC dancers perform for many community events throughout the season. A thriving community and continued ambition for success is instilled within her teachings and 3DSC values.
Special note from Mrs. Victoria:
"I especially appreciate and love being part of the journey each dancer pursues. Special moments witnessed, such as the feeling of excitement and spark of enthusiasm that being in front of an audience on stage brings to each dancer is exhilarating. Dancers realizing that practice results in achievements and progression is foundational to their learning. Overall, the ultimate reward is dancers feeling joy and finding their love for dance!"
Elizabeth Leegins
Elizabeth, also known as Liz, is the lead tumble instructor and assistant instructor to a variety of classes. At the age of 3, she began dance/tumble and fell in love with the challenge of learning new tricks/steps. Achievements gained through hard work and ambition for growth are great excitement to Liz. She was also a founding member of the 3DSC Competition Team and achieved greatly with top overalls and National winnings. Liz recently graduated from Campbell University with a Bachelor's in Psychology and minors in Biology, Sociology, and Health/Wellness. Additionally, she is CPR/BLS, and Mental Health First Aid certified. Currently, she is a MedServe Fellow and works at Granville Vance Public Health. Her future plans are to attend Medical School with a goal to become a Family Medicine physician or obtain a dual degree in Master's of Public Health/JD. Liz also enjoys attending workshops to continue pursuing her education and bring back the best material for her students. She is a current 3DSC Alumni Team member and continues to enjoy performing for many audiences.
A special note from Ms. Liz:
"I enjoy working with all students and appreciate the special qualities each dancer possesses. Achievements met through hard work and dedication are greatly sought and wonderful to witness! My ultimate goal is to spread love and happiness through the art of dance while creating successful and productive citizens for our future generations."
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Caroline Leegins
Caroline is the assistant instructor for majority of classes, especially a big help in our Competition Technique, Dancing Darlings, Dancing Diamonds and Tumble Tots/Tumble I classes. At the age of 2, she started dancing and immediately fell in love with the fun friendships/connections she made. Dance provided a rewarding foundation of growth, instilling kindness and sharing. She was an award-winning member of the 3DSC Competition Team, succeeding with many high titles, and National overall awards. Caroline recently graduated from Barton College with a Bachelor's in Political Science, History, and Spanish. Currently, she continues her education by working towards her Master's Degree in History. She continues to fulfill her dance education by attending workshops such as "Titans of Dance" to stay up-to-date with recent dance trends and connected to the foundation of dance to pass to her students. As a current member of the 3DSC Alumni Team her love for performing continues to be showcased.
A special note from Ms. Caroline:
"Expressions within the art of dance resulting in the creation of amazing stories are greatly appreciated by me. I enjoy helping dancers in the process of adding these accents to their performances and reach a higher level of art by truly making the dance come alive! An ultimate goal I continue to drive is encouraging dancers to be comfortable within themselves and instill confidence to turn their dreams into reality."
