Staff Bios

“Watching the students grow as dancers and individually is what makes owning this business so special. Kids in Motion is truly a family.”

Susie’s passion for dance came from seeing the joy that dance classes brought to her own daughters growing up. So in 2007, when the opportunity arose for Susie to open a dance studio, she jumped at the chance… and Kids in Motion was born. 

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Susie is a businesswoman who has previously owned several daycare centers and a health club. She has a degree in elementary education and loves working with youth. 

Susie has three adult children and a grandson. Besides spending time with her family and managing Kids in Motion, Susie also enjoys reading, knitting, golfing, and paddle boarding.

Stephanie fell in love with dance when she started training at the age of three under Lisa Liston at Lisa Liston School of Dance. Stephanie continued training throughout her childhood, performing in full-length ballets such as The Nutcracker and many recitals. As a dancer, Stephanie trained in ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, acrobatics, musical theater, and hip-hop. As a competitive dancer, Stephanie has competed at the regional and national levels, earning special awards and high score placements in both group and solo routines. Stephanie’s love for teaching began when she started assisting classes as a teen and has grown since. Stephanie has taught students ranging from 2-18 years old in multiple styles: jazz, tap, ballet, lyrical, contemporary, musical theater, and hip-hop. Stephanie takes pride in choreographing award-winning competitive routines for both soloists and group dancers, as well as recreational and performance routines. 

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Stephanie is also a certified Infant, Toddler, and Preschool Teacher in the state of Massachusetts. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Merrimack College with a Bachelor of Arts in Human Development and Human Services in May of 2023.  

With a passion for performance and a dedication to the art of dance, Madi Brianne is a versatile and dynamic dancer and actress with extensive experience in both competition and professional performance. Growing up in Ipswich, MA, she began her training in all styles, with an unwavering love for ballet, contemporary, musical theatre, and jazz. Throughout her career, Madi has danced in music videos, including high-energy shoots in Los Angeles and a performance-based project in England, showcasing her flair across different artistic environments. In 2019, she continued her journey in Los Angeles, attending Hussian College, where she focused on acting and commercial dance as part of her BFA in Acting. Madi is dedicated to teaching and choreographing, working with dancers of all levels. Her training philosophy emphasizes both technique and performance quality, empowering her students to unlock their full potential. Madi continues to inspire and shape the next generation of performers while evolving in her own artistic craft.

Sasha began dancing at the age of five. She has continued to study hip-hop, first at Kids in Motion, then at Zello Dance Studios, and most recently, at Phunk Phenomenon. Sasha is currently a junior at Marblehead High School, where she is a member of the dance team and the cheerleading team. Additionally, Sasha was the captain and choreographer for the varsity hip-hop dance team at Camp Ramah in New England, where she also was choreographer for various campwide performances. Sasha loves working with children and is thrilled to begin teaching hip-hop at Kids in Motion. 

Cortney grew up in Marblehead. She began dancing at the age of three with Miss Bell. At the age of eight, she began dancing with The Young Dance Company of America with Bill Hagget. She danced with the company through to high school graduation. While dancing with the company, she had the opportunity to perform at Disney world, Boston’s City Hall Plaza, and The Boston Esplanade. She was able to attend workshops led by Bob Fosse-trained dancers. 

Cortney has a Bachelor of Science from Salve Regina University and her Master of Education. She is a sixth grade teacher in Marblehead, where she has been teaching for 20 years.  

Both of her daughters currently dance with Kids in Motion, and Cortney is extremely excited to get back to dancing and share her love of it with other children.

Christina has been teaching dance for the past 16 years. She has experience teaching primary, intermediate, and advanced levels. Christina has been recognized and awarded for her choreography, dancing, and modeling at the regional and National levels. Among her awards are the East Coast High Point National Grand Champion; the title of Miss Boston Model; the title of Miss Boston Talent at the America Miss Competition; and overall winner for consecutive years in tap, jazz, ballet, and acrobat classes at the Dance Masters of America Miss Dance Competition. Christina is also a member of the Dance Teachers Club of Boston.

Victoria began her journey with performing at Studio of Dance Arts in Methuen, MA, at the age of six. At ten-years-old, she began training at the Center for Performing Arts Methuen, where she did competitive dance in a multitude of styles and acting classes until she was eighteen. Victoria began her teaching experience as an assistant during this time. For the past eleven years, she has taught students of all ages in acting, dance, and tumbling. Her favorite styles include contemporary and hip-hop. 

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Victoria earned her B.F.A. in Musical Theatre from Long Island University in 2020 and subsequently returned home to Massachusetts to start afresh as an instructor and performer. Victoria is currently working toward a B.A. in psychology with a concentration in mental health at Southern New Hampshire University. She is passionate about utilizing dance as a means of building an inclusive community and a safe environment for all. Victoria enjoys dancing with Onstage Dance Company and attending classes in the Boston area in her free time. She believes there is always more to learn in your craft, and you never stop growing.