More than just dance

A North Carolina native, Jayme Wappel is a dancer, actor, singer, and educator. Growing up, she trained in all genres of dance under the direction of Christy Curtis at CC & Company Dance Complex, her second home. Jayme’s interest in musical theatre began towards the end of her high school career after choreographing Oklahoma! for Cardinal Gibbons High School's theatre department.

Jayme continued to study dance and theatre at Point Park University. While there, she received the faculty-selected Freshman of the Year award and scholarship, performed in both dance concerts and musicals, and graduated with her Bachelor of Arts after only three years.

Since beginning her professional performance career, Jayme has been seen on a First National Tour, Off-Broadway, in multiple regional productions, in numerous events and gigs throughout the tri-state area, and even on a cruise ship as an aerialist.

In addition to performing, Jayme enjoys teaching and choreographing. As an educator, she teaches for dance studios and theatre programs across the nation, coaches high school seniors in preparation for college auditions, judges for multiple dance competitions, and choreographs for dance teams, dance studios, and both recreational and professional theatrical productions.

Jayme currently resides in Milford, Connecticut with her husband, Clancy. Her interests include global travel, baking, taking barre class, photography, dogs, pineapples, and, of course, chipmunks. She loves to roller skate, kayak, and hike: always on the lookout for a new adventure to be had. As a person whose entire life revolves around expression through her body, she is also currently working to learn American Sign Language.

Learn more about Jayme

Wingman for Dance

Mission - Wingman for Dance aims to inspire dancers, regardless of age, level, or skill to become helpful heroes that go above and beyond for each other. Wingman boosts children's confidence and recognizes their unique strengths. Wingman will improve the overall vibe of our studio by creating an atmosphere of connection and belonging.

Activities - A Wingman is someone who goes above and beyond to help others. Every other month, dancers will partake in a different activity aimed to help them learn the importance of being honest, inclusive, and kind to others.

Core Values -

W - Winning isn't everything

I - Include everyone

N - Never shut someone down

G - Go above and beyond

S - Step up and take the lead

Learn more about Wingman for Dance and Dylan's Wings of Change here.

COVID-19 Update

Monroe Dance Academy's COVID-19 Update

Hello! A huge, heartfelt thank you to all our families for sticking with us as we navigated through Spring and now Summer at Monroe Dance Academy. Our goal is to continue providing our dancers with high caliber training while doing it in the safest way possible.

We are committed to the health and well-being of our employees, dancers, and families, as well as the safety of our studio. As we reopen for our summer camps and intensives, we are complying with all requirements and best practices associated with our studio in order to move forward in a safe and efficient manner. Our reopening will feature new Safety Precautions as followed by the CDC guidelines.

The following precautions will be taken:

Social Distancing:
- Practice social distancing of 6 feet or greater in front of and inside the building.
  - Outside - There will be no congregating outside the building.
  - Lobby - There will be no congregating in the lobby. Parents are advised to drop off dancers curbside and watch them safely enter the building from afar. A staff member will greet them at the door.
  - Studios - Spots will be taped off 6 feet apart in each studio for dancers to follow proper social distancing rules.
  - Meals and Snack Breaks - Dancers will have meal and/or snack breaks outside and will maintain social distancing of 6 feet. Instructor will pick a location outside in the shade.
  - If a dancer is feeling sick or is showing symptoms, that dancer must stay home.
Cleaning:
- Barres, floors, bathrooms, door knobs, and other commonly touched surfaces will be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected throughout the day.
- Hand sanitizer will be available at entrance points, common areas, and in dance studios.
Masks:
- All MDA employees and dancers are required to wear a face mask or other cloth face covering that completely covers the nose and mouth. Masks must be worn while entering and exiting the building and when using the restroom.
- Masks are not required to be worn during dance class. The CDC states - While engaged in the active play of sports or strenuous activities, athletes do not need to wear a face covering.
- Dancers and employees must bring their own masks. Masks will not be provided.
Employees:
- Employees must stay home if they show symptoms or are sick.
- Mandatory, daily temperature checks for MDA employees.

We are dedicated to creating a safe environment for all MDA families and employees. We are so grateful for your patience, support, and positivity over these past few months. Thank you, again!

Monroe Dance Academy