Kiera Richardson
Kiera Richardson began her dance journey at Sherry’s Dance Center at the age of 2. She trained in tap, classical ballet, hip hop, and lyrical from 2005-2014. In 2015, Miss Richardson became an SDC Company Member. Being a member of the company allowed her more training hours and opportunities at SDC. She trained for 15 hours weekly in contemporary, musical theatre, classical ballet, hip hop and jazz. Miss Richardson joined the SDC Assistant Apprentice Program, which is a training program to become an assistant for SDC faculty members. While in the apprenticeship program, she helped to lead warm-ups, demonstrate movement and show proper technique for the students in the class.
While competing as an SDC Company Member, Miss Richardson earned multiple awards and scholarships. She attended an All-Star Dancer’s New York City Experience. During this adventure, she trained with top professionals in the dance industry, which included a class with the world-famous New York City Rockettes.
In addition, Miss Richardson trained at the prestigious Broadway Dance Center in NYC and a week long intensive, “Camp Me”, held in California and led by the infamous Eddie Garcia. She was also awarded, “Dancer of the Year 2022", during her senior year at Southern High School in Anne Arundel County.
In 2022 and 2023, Miss Richardson interned for Southern Middle School’s dance program, where she had the opportunity to choreograph dances for their annual dance production. While shadowing the instructor, Miss Richardson learned the proper techniques to work with children with educational disabilities and behavioral problems.
After graduating from high school in 2022, she continues with her dance training and is currently working towards her major in Dance at Anne Arundel Community College. At AACC, Miss Richardson attends classes in modern, ballet, and improvisation. She was selected to join the AACC Dance Company and was chosen to choreograph for other members of AACC Dance Company.
Miss Richardson will be transferring to the University of Maryland Baltimore Campus in the fall of 2024, to continue her studies in dance, while receiving her dance education certificate to instruct dance in the school systems.
Miss Richardson’s love for children and dance is undeniable in the classroom.
Kellie Smith grew up in Owings, Maryland and began dancing at the age of 3. She took a break to pursue sports endeavors, however, her passion for dance was strong and she always found her way into “bring-a-friend” classes with her friends.
During her middle school years, Ms. Smith returned to the world of dance by joining her middle school dance team. She also participated in dance classes offered by the school and a member of the Pom squad.
From 2009-2014, she was a member of the Baltimore Ravens Dance Team, where she won numerous awards and was Captain of the team for 3 years.
While dancing for the Ravens, Ms. Smith would often be found at Sherry's Dance Center taking private lessons to keep up with her technical skills needed for the dance team.
Ms. Smith has always had a desire to teach and coach. In 2005, she was a coach at a local Cheer gym and pioneered the first ever competitive dance team. She also returned back to her high school to coached the dance team/pom squad, where she led her team to numerous championship awards and accolades.
Ms. Smith’s passion for dance and love for teaching and inspiring the youth, brings a very energetic and positive environment for dancers!
Miss Wood moved to Los Angeles, CA, in 2016, and signed with a reputable talent agency in LA. She worked with choreographers, such as, Dana Foglia, HiHat, Yanis Marshall, Oththan, and more.
Notable credits in Miss Wood’s dancing career, include, award shows, music videos and live performances, for artists, Dua Lipa, Pharrell, LL Cool J, Migos, Teyanna Taylor, TLC and Alina Baraz.
Her experiences on set as a dancer, transformed into a passion for behind the camera work. This passion lead her to start her own video/photography company, Kigenix Creative.
Miss Wood is thrilled to combine her expertise in dance and also on camera, to explore the dancer’s organic movement, artistry and stage performance.