About Elevations School of Dance
Dedicated to fostering a love of dance and movement for all ages and abilities.
Our Story
Elevations School of Dance was founded with a simple vision: to create a space where people of all ages and backgrounds can discover the joy, confidence, and community that dance brings.
What started as a small studio with a handful of dedicated instructors has grown into a vibrant community of dancers, performers, and enthusiasts. We believe that everyone deserves access to quality dance instruction in a welcoming, supportive environment.
Our approach combines traditional dance technique with contemporary creativity. We celebrate both the discipline of classical forms and the freedom of artistic expression, helping each student find their unique voice through movement.
Today, Elevations serves hundreds of students each week across multiple dance styles and skill levels. We remain committed to our core values: excellence in instruction, inclusivity, and fostering a lifelong love of dance.
Our Values
Passion
We are passionate about dance and committed to sharing that passion with our students.
Excellence
We strive for excellence in every class, performance, and interaction with our community.
Empowerment
We believe dance empowers individuals to express themselves and build confidence.
Meet Our Team
Madisen Patton
Director / Instructor
IAP Certified Dance Studio Owner, highly awarded dancer and choreographer
Jessica Bess
Cheernastics Instructor
Holly Newman
Baton Instructor
Nationally certified and ranked former collegiate twirler
Rapha Conrad
Instructor
Gracie Powell
Receptionist/Assistant
Ava Denney
Assistant/Instructor
Jordyn Justice
Receptionist
Biographies
Jessica Bess
Cheernastics Instructor
Jessica is the Cheernastics coach who is on her second season with us. Jessica enjoys coaching the foundations of cheer and gymnastics to the next generation. In addition to her coaching at Elevations, she also is on her second year of choreographing the Dale County Little Warriors competition squad.
Jessica has over 8 years of cheer experience, at the high school and collegiate level, and was also a NCA All American. When she's not at the studio, she is working her 9-5 job as Office Manager at Vision Center South where she's been employed for 9 years. She has a daughter who frequently assists in her classes and a wonderful husband who helps with moving mats.
Experience the Elevations Difference
Ready to start your dance journey? Browse our classes and join our community today.