For more than 40 years, Becky Oesch has shared her passion for dance with generations of dancers. Inspired to begin dancing at age 12 after seeing The Nutcracker, Becky found a lifelong love of movement, performance, and teaching.

Becky has studied at Bothell Dance Studio, The Dance Lab, and Pacific Northwest Ballet, training in ballet, jazz, lyrical, and musical theatre. Her performance experience includes dancing with Spectrum Dance in Seattle, and she has created choreography for numerous drama departments and theatre groups.

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As a teacher and director, Becky brings high energy, encouragement, and a whole lot of fun to the studio. She believes dancers learn best when they feel confident, accomplished, and excited to keep growing. Her favorite style to teach is ballet, but she loves performing everything except tap!

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Becky especially loves watching the moment when a dancer finally “gets it”—seeing their excitement and pride is what makes teaching so rewarding. She strives to meet each dancer where they are, helping young children develop confidence and self-control, teens express themselves through movement, and adults find joy, confidence, and a much-needed break from everyday life.

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Outside the studio, Becky enjoys reading, going for walks, sipping an excellent cup of coffee, and snuggling with her dog. Her most meaningful dance memory is hearing from a mother who shared that returning to dance gave her daughter the motivation she needed to get through chemotherapy—a powerful reminder of just how much dance can mean beyond the studio.

Kaitlynn began dancing at Arlington School of Dance in 2000 at just seven years old. After falling in love with watching ballet on PBS, she begged her mom to let her dance, and her grandmother made that dream possible. From her very first day in the studio, Kaitlynn knew dance was something special. Arlington School of Dance became her safe space, her community, and the place where she formed lifelong friendships.

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Kaitlynn began student teaching at 16 and has been teaching ever since, becoming a regular-season instructor in 2015. She has trained in ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical, and contemporary at Arlington School of Dance and Pacific Lutheran University, with jazz, contemporary, and lyrical being her specialties.

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As a teacher, Kaitlynn is caring and relationship-focused while also emphasizing strong technique. She loves breaking down movement and encouraging students to challenge themselves, always reminding them, “You don’t have to be perfect, but you do have to do your best.”

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Kaitlynn hopes her students find the same joy, community, and lifelong friendships through dance that she did. Her favorite part of teaching is watching students accomplish something they once thought was difficult and seeing them grow in confidence.

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Outside of dance, Kaitlynn is a new mom who enjoys spending time with her daughter, reading, crafting, and being with friends and family.

Kylie Beebout began dancing at Arlington School of Dance in 2012 at just five years old, following in the footsteps of both her mom and grandmother and becoming a proud third-generation dancer at the studio.

 

Over the years, she has trained in ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, and musical theatre, with tap becoming her specialty and favorite style to teach. Kylie began assisting with tap classes in 2018 and became an instructor in 2021. She was inspired to teach by the incredible teachers who mentored her throughout her own dance journey, hoping to provide her students with the same care, creativity, attention to detail, and passion that she experienced.

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As a teacher, Kylie is direct and honest while creating a supportive environment where students feel comfortable being themselves. She especially loves teaching kids and preteens and watching their confidence grow alongside their dance abilities. Her favorite part of teaching is seeing those exciting “ah-ha!” moments when a student finally masters something they have been working toward.

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Kylie has had the opportunity to perform at Disneyland, Universal Studios, The Lights of Christmas, Evergreen State Fair, AquaSox games, Leavenworth, and numerous local parades and productions. One of her favorite dance experiences was participating in Dance the Magic at Disneyland, where she was able to perform, attend workshops with professional choreographers, and create lasting memories with her dance group.

 

Outside of dance, Kylie is a huge music lover who enjoys going to concerts, spending time with her dog Benny, and horseback riding in the mountains. She is excited to continue sharing her love of dance and helping her students discover confidence, creativity, and their own joy in movement.

Alexa Flem began dancing at age 4 in 1997 at Arlington School of Dance, where her love of dance quickly grew into a lifelong passion. She began teaching at age 16 and officially became a dance instructor in 2009, teaching ballet, tap, and jazz. After taking a break from teaching, she happily returned to the studio in 2025.

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Alexa specializes in tap and jazz and has studied ballet, jazz, contemporary, and dance team. She has performed at Disneyland during Magic Music Days, traveled to New York to perform, and performed throughout college at showcases, pep rallies, and sporting events. She continues to grow as a dancer through adult tap classes.

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As a teacher, Alexa is encouraging and direct, helping students discover their strengths while building confidence. She hopes every dancer feels seen, supported, and able to find joy through dance. Her favorite part of teaching is watching students grow throughout the year and seeing their confidence shine when they perform.

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Alexa loves working with dancers of all ages, from helping young children develop a love of dance to mentoring teens and encouraging adults who are excited to learn something new.

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Outside of the studio, Alexa enjoys reading, needlepoint, photography, Pilates, running, traveling, and spending time with friends and family. She is also a big Disney Parks fan and is usually planning her next trip! Some of her favorite dance memories are traveling to Disneyland with the girls she grew up dancing with and the lifelong friendships those experiences created.

Carly Ovenell began dancing at just 3 years old in 2012, following in her mom’s footsteps as a dancer at ASOD. She began student teaching at 13 and started independently teaching in 2023 at age 15.

 

With a love for choreography and storytelling, Carly enjoys creating dances that allow students to express themselves and bring a story to life on stage. 

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Carly specializes in jazz, cheer/pom, and contemporary, with contemporary being her favorite style to teach and Fosse jazz her favorite to perform. She has performed in parades, Lights of Christmas, AquaSox events, and the USOA Miss Washington Pageant.

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Her teaching style is direct, fast-paced, and routine-focused. Carly hopes her students leave each class feeling happy and relaxed while gaining strong technique they can carry throughout their dance journey. Her favorite part of teaching is watching her choreography come to life and seeing each dancer bring their own personality and interpretation to the stage.

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Carly especially enjoys teaching pre-teens because she can connect with them through her humor and teaching style, while also enjoying helping younger dancers build a strong technical foundation.

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Outside of dance, Carly loves road trips, camping, building LEGO sets, attending school events, and baking. One of her favorite dance memories is quietly decorating the studio for Christmas with Lily and Becky—a simple moment that captures the special community she loves being part of.

Alyson Kleinman has been performing since 2017. She began student teaching at Arlington School of Dance in 2023 and became a dance instructor in 2025, combining her love of choreography with her passion for working with kids.

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Alyson has trained in jazz, contemporary, and musical theatre, and has performed in two Disneyland parades, competed in musical theatre and jazz, and participated in productions including The Little Mermaid, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Guys and Dolls, and The Greek Mythology Olympiaganza.

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Her teaching style is organized, communicative, and fun, with a focus on helping students build confidence and creativity. Her favorite styles to teach and perform are musical theatre and contemporary, and she especially loves watching her students light up on stage.

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Outside the studio, Alyson choreographs for her high school's Thespys team, participates in theatre, and enjoys curling up with a good book. One of her favorite dance memories is performing in her first Disneyland parade—a moment that inspired her dream of one day working for the Disney Company.

Sierra Lynn Knott began dancing at just four years old in 2010 at Northwest Dance and Acro, where her love for music quickly blossomed into a passion for dance.

 

Throughout her years of training, Sierra studied acro, hip hop, and contemporary and had the opportunity to compete in dance competitions. Some of her favorite memories are from competition days, especially getting to try on costumes and, of course, stepping onto the stage to perform.

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Sierra is excited to begin her first year as a dance instructor and is thrilled to share the joy of dance with her students. Inspired by her own love of music and movement, she hopes to create a fun and encouraging environment where dancers feel comfortable being themselves, trying new things, and growing both in and out of the studio. Her goal is for each student to gain confidence and a sense of security while discovering their own love for dance.

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Hip hop is Sierra’s favorite style to both teach and perform, and she loves the energy and personality that the style brings to the studio. She looks forward to helping her students build their skills while reminding them that dance is about having fun, expressing yourself, and enjoying the experience.

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When she’s not dancing, Sierra enjoys spending time outdoors, swimming, having bonfires with family and friends, and going on road trips. She is excited to begin this new chapter as a teacher and looks forward to creating many new memories with her students!

Evangeline DeyArmin began dancing in 2021 at age 11 and has been teaching dance since 2024. She was inspired to dance by the opportunity to create something beautiful while challenging herself to try new things.

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Evangeline’s favorite style to teach and perform is ballet, and one of her proudest dance moments was getting her first pair of pointe shoes and performing in them.

 

She loves teaching because she enjoys watching students grow in their skills and accomplish things they never thought they could do.

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Her goal is for every student to feel confident and comfortable dancing anywhere and anytime. She especially loves watching students connect with one another while growing together as dancers.

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Outside of the studio, Evangeline enjoys working out, playing sports, reading, and spending time with friends and family. One of her favorite dance memories is performing on stage for the very first time—a moment that helped spark her continued love of dance.