Our Professionals
Our instructors are committed to helping you learn the art of DANCE!
All instructors are CPR/First Aid Certified.
Founder/Lead Instructor/
Fitness Professional
Rachael has been dancing since a very young age. With over two decades of Gymnastics and Cheerleading under her belt, she has taken ballroom dancing by storm. Rachael started ballroom dancing in 2005 and knew from the first moments that she had a passion for it. Being a coach since she was 15 years old, Rachael knows how to train beginners to advanced students ranging in ages all the way from kids to adults. With her Bachelors in Health and Science from Armstrong Atlantic State University, Rachael plans to use her knowledge and abilities to teach anyone who wants to learn about Fitness and dance or both. Rachael uses her knowledge contributed by Anatomy, Exercise Physiology, and Nutrition to help others thrive in the world of dance and fitness. She has studied many theorists like Laban/Bartenieff to enhance the programs that she teaches and creates. She contributes her time to local charities like CASA and Alzheimer's Association that supports dance to raise awareness. She has started a Kids/Teen Ballroom Dance Team that competes and showcases in the area of the Lowcountry. Rachael currently competes professionally with her students in Pro/Am divisions. With her dance fitness experience, Rachael has developed a program called, "Ballroom Fit and Latin Cardio" based on her expertise in the Health and Fitness field pairing with the Independent Ballroom company called DVIDA/Dance Vision for dance patterns. Rachael’s active lifestyle encourages everyone to eat, drink, and live dancing and is now mixed with FITNESS! Rachael lives in the area with her husband where she enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and fur-babies while continuing her education in Dance and Exercise.
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Rachael teaches various group classes for Dance Instruction, Dance Fitness and Parties. Contact us directly to set up private lessons with her. See calendar for details on her group classes.
Darrell Davis
Hip Hop and Twerkfit Director
Darrell Davis started his dance career at 4 years old in New York City. In 1989, he moved to Savannah, GA to continue his dance education. He began his study of dance in more detail at age 9 while attending local performing arts and magnet schools. Darrell's training allowed him to travel across the US with scholarships and internships while learning various styles.
He is well versed at teaching Ballet, Modern, African, Horton, Contemporary, and various styles in Hip Hop.
Darrell has created a program called "Twerk-fit" at Salon de Baile Dance & Fitness Studio.
Darrell is well versed in teaching all ages how to dance while continuing to educate himself every day!
See calendar for ways to join Darrell. He is also accepting private lessons.
Kimberly Capracotta
Bronze Ballroom Instructor
Kimberly began dancing in March 2018 when she went to her first ballroom fitness class with a friend. Within a few months, she was hooked on dance, participating in group classes, private lessons, showcases and even her first competition! The self-proclaimed book nerd quickly fell in love with a sport!
Now, sharing her love for people, dancing, and life, Kimberly has joined SdeB as a ballroom dance and fitness instructor.
She loves working with, and teaching, other dancers, regardless of experience. As someone who did not begin her own dance journey until she was in her 30s, she has a special spot in her heart for beginners wanting to take that first step into a new experience.
Kimberly is the owner of Becoming U, a Health and Fitness Coaching business to help people desiring a cheerleader and coach on their journey to living their best lives!
She is a certified Nutrition and Wellness Consultant, who obtained certification through American Fitness Professionals & Associates and is Board Certified by the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. Kimberly is certified as a Group Fitness Instructor through AFFA.
Kimberly fully embraces our studio motto: Dance and Fitness is for Everyone!
Kimberly looks forward to accompanying YOU on YOUR journey to better health through the world of dance - physically and mentally.
Contact our studio to take private lessons or set up a group class with Kimberly.
Allison Gaydish
Turn Up, Dirtylicicous & Stretching/Sound Healing Instructor
Allison Gaydish lives in Rincon with her three children and husband. She was raised in New Jersey and danced and baton twirled competitively from the ages of four to 13. From the ages of eight to 16, she was involved in competitive cheerleading, developing a passion for dance and demonstrating great skill in gymnastics. Her high energy performances led to her winning many cheerleading awards.
As she was entering adulthood, Allison encountered several traumatic life events which affected her health and well-being. During this time, she stopped doing what she loved: Dance. Fortunately, after becoming a young mother and building a strong family environment, she once again found her passion for dance and fitness. From these experiences, she knew her soul's purpose was to help others heal through the power and dance and movement.
Allison is a graduate of the Dharma Coaching Institute and is a Spiritual and Soul Purpose Life Coach. She loves to connect on a deeper level with women 1-on-1 through her coaching business: I AM Alive Again. She offers guidance to women, helping them feel confident in their own skin, sharing how important it is to make time for themselves and the things that make them feel Alive.
Allison is certified to teach DIRTYLICIOUS DANCE FITNESS, a fun and sexy choreographed cardio-based workout for all dance levels, and TURN UP DANCE FITNESS, a high intensity interval training (H.I.I.T.) workout for all dance and fitness levels. She encourages everyone to dance ruthlessly, live loudly, and evolve unapologetically! Both formats leave you feeling empowered, confident, and sexy. She looks forward to bringing her flavor to SdeB.
Rick started his career in Dance with Music first. He is an honorable veteran with the United States Army where he served as the Military Band Conductor. After his retirement, Rick started his dance career in ballroom and quickly loved the art of Argentine Tango and Swing. Rick has trained with the best in the World for Argentine Tango and loves to share his knowledge with others. He is known for his dry, quick sense of humor and will get your feet moving quickly on the dance floor. Rick currently is an instructor of Musicality/Movement, Argentine Tango, and West Coast Swing.
Rick is only accepting private lessons at this time.
Argentine Tango Instructor
Rick Cody
Alfredo Horna
Master Ballroom Instructor
Alfredo is dedicated to providing quality dance instruction by bringing national and world renowned training to his instruction, Alfredo is able to offer students top notch choreography and technique.
Alfredo is knowledgeable and teaches all levels from social to competitive in American Style Smooth, American Style Rhythm, International Latin, International Ballroom, and ALL social club style dances that are recognized in the partnership world of dance.
With over 30 years of experience, he is excited for the journey that he has at SdeB!
Alfredo donates his time to local charities like CASA and the Alzheimer's Association that supports dance to raise awareness for their great causes. He also assists with the Kids/Teen Dance Team at SdeBDanceStudio.
Alfredo moved here from Columbus, Ohio and lives in Savannah with his wife and dog, Petchu.
Alfredo teaches private lessons, group classes and parties!
Rachael Moore Rich
Heels Dance Fitness/Instructional Instructor
"Heel Symphony"
DeAngela started dancing at the age of 3 and has had a passion for it ever since. She was born in Houston, TX where she grew up learning different styles and techniques in ballet, tap, hip hop, and jazz. Her career as professional dancer started in Atlanta, GA performing for different artists, training under known choreographers, and building connections in order to develop her craft. She is a member of House Arrest II Championship Dance Team Inc., Chapter 10 founded on Clark Atlanta University campus where she served as a captain choreographing for the team.
DeAngela later joined the military as an Intelligence Analyst and is currently serving in the Georgia National Guard. She attends Georgia Southern University where she plans to finish her Bachelors degree in Radiological Sciences.
DeAngela specializes in heels dancing and hopes to share her knowledge with the community. She wants her students to connect within themselves and be ready to dig into their mental strength so that you, together can create "Heel Symphony."
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"Dee" is eager to gain a presence in the Lowcountry at Salon de Baile Dance & Fitness Studio. Check out the calendar to join her classes and Workshops.
DeAngela "Dee" Smith
Theresa Reed
Line Dance & Country Two Step/Night-Club Two Step Instructor
Theresa has been dancing for as long as she can remember. She has a deeply seated passion for rhythm and
movement. Theresa was an active member of her high school music programs as a musician, vocalist and color
guard. Theresa started line dancing in 1993 after the birth of her second child and knew instantly that dancing was
not a hobby…it was something she HAD to do! She has been teaching Line Dance since re-locating to Savannah in
1995. In addition to line dancing, Theresa also danced the UCWDC (United Country Western Dance Council)
sanctioned couple dances (two-step, east coast swing, west coast swing, chacha, waltz, night club two, triple two,
and polka). Theresa is constantly trying to grow in her knowledge of dance to spread her joy and passion to others! Theresa competed in Pro-Am Competitions at UCWDC events. She was a member of a
UCWDC World Championship Line Dance Team and has won a World Championship in Line Dance Choreography. Theresa is a graduate of Georgia Institute of Technology, a mother of two (Anastasia and Benjamin),
wife, and Owner of a private event facility. There will always be time to dance!!!
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Join Theresa's Group classes or contact us to take private lessons with her.
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Michael Ferguson
Jazz, Modern, Hip Hop , Burlesque, Acro/Tumbling Instructor and Ballroom Trainee
Paige Mathieson
Kids/Teen Ballet Instructor and Ballroom Trainee
At 6 years old, Michael was introduced by his sister to a movie titled ‘Centerstage’. The love for dance ignited and his path for life took off.
Beginning his kinetic career, he trained in gymnastics and musical theater throughout his childhood. Eventually, he joined an all star cheerleading and dancing team during his high school years in Maryland. From there, he followed his passion for performing; dancing with various dance companies in Disney World and Carnival Cruise Lines.
After finishing 6 years dancing on cruise ships, he moved to Savannah Georgia to continue his path in a picturesque city.
Currently he’s been dancing and choreographing for the Savannah Theater, performing burlesque shows, teaching cirque arts and pole dancing and continuing his passion of teaching dance with training.
He is proficient in the styles of Jazz, Modern, Burlesque, Acrobatics, Acro-partnering, musical theater and hip hop.
When he’s not dancing he is enjoying living in downtown Savannah with the best fur baby, Dean.
Michael will be offering private lessons, group classes and workshops. He is also training to get his Ballroom certification!
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Check out our calendar for details to join Michael!
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Born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA, Paige has been dancing since the age of 3. She started her training primarily in ballet, jazz, and tap. She took her lessons further when she attended Lincoln Park Performing Arts high school, where she majored in dance and took part in a multitude of pre-professional theater productions. With a heavy focus on ballet, pointe, and musical theater, she took her skills as a dancer and applied them toward her film and television degree where she merged her classical training and media skills to film for commercial dance. Paige strives to make dance education in all genres more accessible to everyone, and wants to create an environment that welcomes dancers who are entry-level, experienced, or just looking to try something new.
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Paige will be teaching Ballet Fit Pop Up classes, private lessons and furthering her training in Ballroom. Grab your spot to join her!
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