Instructors Archive - Christina's Dance World

Christina Godwin

Owner | Director | Teacher | Choreographer

Director, choreographer, and instructor of Christina’s Dance World, Christina Godwin owns, operates, and manages Christina’s Dance World. Over the course of 21 years, she has been humbled by the studio, students, and the love they get to share through dance. She is unique in her approach to her business due to her experience as a professional entertainer for Norwegian Cruise Line, Crystal Cruises, and the Siegfried and Roy Show in Las Vegas. Christina’s Dance World’s production shows go beyond a typical dance recital setting and offer a professional performance experience. Christina has dedicated her life to teaching dance and performing and has a special talent for teaching children and students of all ages.

Heather Clark

Ballet and Pointe Teacher

Having danced all her life, Heather is an excellent teacher at Christina’s Dance World. Growing up, she spent summers at the Virginia School of the Arts in Lynchburg, VA, and the Ballet Magnificat in Jackson, MS. She was a member of Rejoice Dance Ministries and the Chapel Hill Ballet Company, where she was a prima ballerina dawning the stage with elegance and poise. With an eye for detail and an empathic heart, Heather’s teaching style is valuable to our studio and production shows. Heather raised three children before joining Christina’s Dance World in 2016.

Ruth Ann Blackwell

Tap Teacher

The tap class for teens and adults is taught by Ruth Ann Blackwell. Christina discovered her talent and passion for tap dancing while she was a student in this class, and she offered her a position as an instructor. Ruth Ann grew up dancing in New Orleans and has fond memories of her recitals, costumes, and music from her childhood. She motivates her students to achieve in technique and choreography while bringing an element of joy into their learning. Christina’s Dance World productions feature her as a dancer, and she is also an avid tennis player. Ruth Ann is married with a daughter who graduated from Georgia Tech and currently living in NYC.

Keeli Rigdon

Level 2 Gymnastics Coach

When Keeli emerges from behind the curtain, she lights up the stage. Keeli Rigdon has been dancing her whole life, and her level of talent is out of this world. She has a strong connection with people and has a special place in her heart for students with special needs. Her ability to relate to all ages makes her a favorite of our youth. We have her teaching advanced, level 2 gymnastics, and she has previous experience instructing all ages and levels of tumbling as well as coaching cheerleading. Cheering and tumbling have been a part of her life for over 15 years, including cheering for school and All-Star competitive teams.

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