Why Choose Danaille's Dance Academy?

Owner/Director

Instructor/Choreographer

• BA-Dance Pedagogy, University of Wisconsin-Green Bay (May 2013)
• Minor-Human Development, University of Wisconsin-Green Bay (May 2013)
• Athletic Coaching Certification-University of Wisconsin, Green Bay (May 2013)
• Certified in Teaching Progressing Ballet Technique, (June 2018)
• Acrobatic Arts Module One Certified  (June 2017)
• Mather Dance Company Trans4m Workshop Anaheim, CA (August 2026)

Dancing since age 3, Danaille, now 36 has a vast range of dance experience.  She danced in professional studios from age three on, where she competed and attended conventions all over the United States.  In addition to studio dance, she was a four-year member of her high school dance team, captain her senior year.  Following graduating high school, Danaille attended the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh for three semesters focusing on Elementary Education.  Transferring to UWGB her sophomore year she began her independent major in Dance Pedagogy.  Danaille interned at a dance studio locally; teaching and choreographing for both competitive, and non-competitive dancers for three years.  Establishing her degree in Dance Pedagogy, along with a Human Development minor and certification in athletic coaching, Danaille is the only student from the University of Wisconsin Green Bay to be approved such a unique, and specific degree to attain her career goals.  Graduating with honors in May of 2013, she began working to create Danaille’s Dance Academy, in hopes to share her education and passion for dance with dance students for years to come.  Four years ago, Danaille completed the Module One Acrobatic Arts Program.  She is one of four Dance teachers in the state of Wisconsin certified to teach Acro-Dance.  Danaille was also named July's "Terrific Teacher" and appeared on a segment for Channel 5.  In her spare time, Danaille  spends a great deal of time with her two dogs; Mari (6 Years) & Tully (1 year) as well as her nieces.   Recently she choreographed for a local Prevea Health commercial, featuring her dancers and Aaron Rodgers. Since opening, she has led DDA to numerous regional and national awards.  

Instructor/Choreographer

• B.S. - Education certified Middle Childhood through Early Adolescence, Univeristy of Wisconsin Green Bay
• Minor - Dance & Psychology, University of Wisconsin Green Bay  
• Montessori Certification, North American Montessori Center

Since I was 5 years old, dancing has always been a major part of my life. I have training in tap, ballet, pointe, jazz, and lyrical from First Street Academy of Dance in Menominee, MI. After graduating High School, I knew I didn’t want to give up dancing, therefore I minored in dance in college. Also, I taught dance classes at the Dar Boys & Girls Club. In college I majored in Education. My first year after college graduation I taught 4th grade and now I currently teach kindergarten in my fifth year of teaching. Dance is something I always wanted to get back into. What better way than to combine my two passions (teaching and dance) than to teach dance classes at Danaille’s Dance Academy! 

Instructor/Choreographer

• Fifteen Years at Studio M School of Dance
• Seven years of competitive dance experience
• 2023 Summer Intensive with Wild Cats Preforming Arts Academy- NMU
• 2024 Forthcoming Dance Concert- UWSP

Bailey started her dance career back in 2009 with Studio M School of Dance and stayed

with them until her senior year of high school. Through the years she was taught Tap, Jazz,

Ballet, Lyrical, Pointe, and Musical Theater. During her time dancing in school, she was an

assistant teacher for the younger girls. After a few years of not having any dancing in her life

Bailey knew she wanted to go back into the studio. Now she is happy to be a teacher at

Danaille's Dance Academy!

Instructor/Choreographer

• BS- Kinesiology with University Honors UW-Milwaukee
• Progressive Ballet Technique Teaching Certification

Allison Slamann is a dancer, teacher, and choreographer across the country. Most currently, Allison performed with Diavolo - Architecture In Motion based in Los Angeles, CA. She has engaged in the creation and performance of works by Jacques Heim, Madison Hicks, Kameron N. Saunders, Stanley Glover, and many others. Allison served as Rehearsal Director and Company Artist with Water Street Dance Milwaukee (2022-2024). Additional performance credits include Catapult Entertainment, Purple Veins Prince Tribute Band as a lead backup dancer, and World of Dance.  She has had the opportunity to perform across the world. Allison has furthered her training by attending various intensives such as Royal Flux led by Jaci Royal, Chapters led by Talia Favia, Buildabeast, Visceral Dance Chicago, and Milwaukee Ballet.  

While performing is a huge passion of hers, Allison also enjoys teaching and choreographing.  She was the assistant choreographer for a work set on Milwaukee Ballet II in 2024 and has choreographed for the University of Pittsburgh Dance Team (2024). Allison is a convention teacher with Groove Dance Competition. She has received numerous choreography and national awards for her competitive pieces set around the country. Additionally, she is a head judge with Groove Dance Competition!

Instructor/Assistant Director

• UWSP-Psychology/Biology/Dance (Current Student)
• Mather Dance Company Trans4m Teacher Intensive-Anaheim, CA (August 2026)

Lily has been dancing under Dani since 16 months old.  She started her competitive career at age 2.5, with a tap solo.  Lily helps out in all aspects of the studio; from answering questions, assisting, cleaning-you name it!  Dance has taken her to Hollywood, Florida & surrounding states!  Lily is knowledgeable in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical/Contemporary, Hip-Hop & Musical Theatre. She always has a smile on her face and a hand to help!  Lily just turned 18 years old and attending the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point in the fall.  She has been accepted into the dance program, and will be majoring in Psychology and Biology, with a minor in dance.

Therapy Dog/Working K9

• Canine Good Citizen (CGC) AKC Title (January 2023)
• Certified Therapy Dog (Alliance of Therapy Dogs) (February 2023)
• AKC Therapy Dog Title (May 2023)
• AKC Community Canine Advanced Canine Good Citizen (CGCA) (November 2023)
• AKC Canine Good Citizen Urban (July 2024)

Mari is the studio dog, and never met a face she didn't like!  She is a certified therapy dog through Alliance

of Therapy Dogs.  Mari volunteers through Unity hospice and visits several school districts as well!  She is trained & very well-mannered.  Mari loves to watch her dancers, and be there when they need a boost!  She helps lessen anxiety, separation issues, depression-you name it!  We love Mari and all she brings to the studio! Recently Mari has been doing scent work, to notify a dancer with T1D.  She has continuous training with Dan at Titletown K9 Academy.  Mari’s favorite thing in the world is to be on the stage with her dancers!  She’s competed in over a dozen competitions now and loves a good challenge!