Laura  christensen

Owner,  instructor

Laura Christensen– Director, Coach, Educator, and UHSAA/UDJA Judge Laura’s passion for dance began at the age of six with Jazzin’s Dance Company in Rock Springs, Wyoming under the direction of USA Instructor Karla Ryan. She furthered her training with Anna Zupence at the Dance Patch and the Kim Lopiccolo School of Dance, developing a strong foundation in jazz, ballet, drill, and tap. Over the years, Laura continued her education through workshops, conventions, and competitions across the country—including Tremaine, NYCDA, USA and NDA Dance Camps—training with renowned master teachers such as Joe Tremaine, Marcia Lane, Tony Coppola, Barry Lather, Gus Giordano, Al Gilbert, Doug Caldwell, and Julie Stevens. She went on to earn her Associate of Arts Degree from Western Wyoming Community College in 1996 while continuing to perform and compete. With over 24 years of coaching and teaching experience, Laura recently retired from her role as Head Dance Coach at Rock Springs High School after 22 years of leadership. Under her guidance, the team became a powerhouse in the state, consistently placing in the top five and earning multiple titles, including: • 2007 State Championship • 2017 State Jazz Championship • 2018 & 2020 Double State Titles in Jazz and Hip Hop She was named 4A Coach of the Year by the Wyoming Spirit Coaches Association in both 2019 and 2022, and was honored as a 2024 nominee for Wyoming’s Influential Woman in the Arts. Laura has also contributed to the private studio world, teaching for Lorrie Revelli at The Dance Connection before co-founding AIM Studio with her Aunt Sheri in 2006. Now in its 19th season, AIM Studio has become a respected space for young dancers to grow in both artistry and character. Laura currently coaches four competitive Intensive Teams, as well as solos and duets, and continues to prioritize professional development by attending events such as Tremaine, USA Dance Camps, NDA, UDA, Rhee Gold’s DanceLife Conference, Dance Teacher Web, and Full Out Dance Camps. In addition to her teaching and coaching, Laura is now a certified judge with the Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) and the Utah Dance Judges Association (UDJA), bringing her expertise to the adjudication side of the sport. Outside the studio, Laura enjoys spending time with her husband Jamie, her sons Braden (24) and Colton (19), and her bonus family Blaec and Blaine and their families. Whether traveling, camping, watching sports, gardening, or relaxing with her Springer Doodle Holly, Laura values every moment with loved ones. She feels truly blessed by the life she and her husband have built and remains deeply grateful for the opportunity to share her passion for dance with the youth of Rock Springs and the surrounding community.  


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