Kelsea is the Owner and Director of The Dance Compound in Calgary, AB, where she has built a vibrant and forward-thinking dance community. With over 25 years of local and international dance training and teaching experience, Kelsea is a highly sought-after instructor, mentor, and choreographer known for her expertise and innovation.

A graduate of Queen’s University with a B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering, Kelsea seamlessly blended her academic achievements with her passion for dance. At Queen’s, she was a dedicated member and co-Captain of the Queen’s University Dance Team. During her time with the team they earned a prestigious spot to compete in the NDA College Nationals in Daytona, FL, and won numerous awards at the Terpsichore UDC Cup in Guelph, ON multiple years in a row.

Kelsea’s pursuit of integrating dance with biomechanics led her to explore a master’s degree in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Calgary. This unique academic and professional journey has empowered her to create and implement pioneering dance programs that integrate STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) principles with traditional dance techniques.

Certified with RAD, ADAPT, Acrobatic Arts, and more, Kelsea is dedicated to offering comprehensive training and performance opportunities. Her ongoing mission is to develop and deliver innovative programs that inspire and engage dancers of all ages and skill levels. Kelsea is also a certified member of the Professional Adjudicators Alliance.