INSTRUCTORS + STAFF
CHANSEY EAMES – DIRECTOR + INSTRUCTOR
Chansey began teaching dance as a freshman in High School. She was a member of her High School Drill Team for four years and served as Captain both her Junior and Senior year. She also danced with her local studio and was trained in Jazz, Lyrical, Ballet, Clogging, and Hip-Hop. She represented her school as the Dance Sterling Scholar and attended Snow College in the Dance Major Program on Scholarship. She later attended SLCC in Business Management. Chansey has toured/performed in DisneyLand, Carnival Cruise Lines, and throughout the Mexican Riviera. Chansey is passionate about training future dancers, and loves that she has the opportunity to serve her community.
Chansey is married to her husband Ryan, and they have three wonderful children, Kobree (girl), Knoxx (boy), and Phynix (girl) that she absolutely adores. They are truly the lights of her life. In her spare time she enjoys being with her family, enjoying the beautiful scenery of Utah, and of course dancing.
NICOLE BEUS — INSTRUCTOR + COMPETITION DIRECTOR
Nicole has been dancing since she was 3 years old. She has been trained in many different styles including jazz, ballet, hip-hop, tap, lyrical, and ballroom. She began assisting classes as she was training, and is now passionate about teaching. Nicole danced for her High School dance team for 2 years and has been in many different types of companies throughout her life.
We are excited to announce that Nicole has accepted the role of competition director. She is amazing and cares so much for our students. Nicole is currently attending UVU and is majoring in dance. She is excited to continue to share what she loves.
ADI JOHN — INSTRUCTOR
Adi began dancing when she was 3 years old. She did competitive dance at her studio for 11 years and trained in all styles of dance including jazz, lyrical, ballet, contemporary and hip-hop. She also was a member of her middle school’s dance company. Adi was on her high school’s drill team for 4 years where she served as a dance captain her senior year. Through her years of dancing she found a passion for dance and is excited to share her love of dance with our students.
Adi currently is continuing her education at SLCC, majoring in occupational therapy. She loves spending time with her friends and family and cannot wait for this upcoming season.
SAMANTHA MARBERGER — INSTRUCTOR
JAZMYNE SHARP — INSTRUCTOR
HAYLEY DEVOE — INSTRUCTOR
Hayley is a dedicated dancer with many years of training in all styles such as jazz, lyrical, contemporary, hip hop, and ballet/pointe. She began dancing at a very young age and loved it from the start. Hayley began assistant teaching while pursuing her dance career here at Straight Up Dance Academy. She has been dancing with us from the very beginning and can’t wait to share her passion for dance through teaching and continuing to inspire the next generation of dancers. She has been a member and officer of her dance company throughout middle school and high school, adding to the development of her skills and passion for dance. Hayley has earned numerous first place, judges’ choice awards, and overall awards in various competitions both with her teams and as an individual. Hayley also received the All-American title at nationals and couldn’t have been prouder of her accomplishments. Whether on stage or in the studio, Hayley brings energy, creativity, and her deep love of dance to everything she does. Her journey in dance reflects her hard work, commitment, and passion for the art form.
STACIE KISS-ILLES — OFFICE MANAGER
