Our Staff
Our top-notch dance faculty and music faculty receive critical assistance from our excellent support staff. Assistant Dance Instructors help maintain classroom discipline, make sure the Lead Instructor's attention can always be where it is needed most and help keep our student to teacher ratio low while our office staff see that any administrative, book-keeping and billing issues are taken care of quickly and efficiently and are available to answer any class, camp or recital question that you might have.
Ms. Kim Thai
Customer Relations Manager
Originally from the vibrant streets of New York, Ms. Kim spent 15 unforgettable years as a military spouse, embracing the adventure of life on the move and helping people wherever she lived. She was fortunate enough to live in Germany for 6 years, where she immersed herself in the rich culture and explored picturesque cities. Besides a love for traveling, she has a passion for cooking up delicious meals, exploring new destinations, and giving back through volunteering. When she's not whipping up her latest culinary creation or planning her next getaway, you can find her dancing in the kitchen to some good music or hunting for the best local coffee spots. Adventurous at heart, Ms. Kim believes life is a grand journey best shared with laughter and good food. Ultimately, she believes that the true measure of success lies in the positive impact we make on the lives of others, I she's dedicated herself to being a catalyst for change wherever she can, sprinkling kindness along the way.
Mr. Christopher Slatt
Business Manager
Chris danced for several years, sampling many disciplines including ballet, tap and jazz. That all ended in the mid-1980s when he finally convinced his parents that watching Saturday morning cartoons was more important than being around lots of icky girls - this is often how you think when you're six years old. A nugget of that dancing spirit must have remained, however, as after growing up, moving to Washington, and getting his Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems from American University he went on to marry his High School sweetheart, Miss Kendra and started putting his technological skills to work on automating the dance studio. If you enjoy perfectpointe.com, online registration, and streaming recital music, he's the man to thank.
M. Hobbs
Front Desk
Hobbs grew up involved with theatre and choir while living in Riga, LV & Ocean City, MD. Performance art was not the only art form they were interested in, graduating from UMD-College Park with a B.A. in Studio Art. Their time at previous internships, working as a Student Graphic Designer, helped develop their eye for design. Hobbs strives to make information easy to read and accessible, while also being fun to look at! On their off time, they like to stay involved with the local DIY art community. Truly, they love to be around art! Some of Hobbs's favorite mediums are décollage, printmaking, and storytelling.
Mx. Ember Everett
Front Desk
Mx. Ember has been working and performing professionally across the country in Musical theatre since 2009. They’ve been a part of the dance world since the age of 6, mainly focusing on musical theatre and tap. They are rusty, thanks to the almighty park and bark, but can’t wait to dust off their shoes and start their journey back to the dance floor. They are now concentrating on their second love, understanding the human psyche, and are working toward getting their masters and becoming a therapist. They are so excited to be here and are loving being a part of this awesome team! Note: They use both she/her and they/them pronouns and welcome any/all of them.
Ms. Mia Ladd
Front Desk
Mia is a dedicated college student currently pursuing a degree in Psychology at George Mason University. With a strong passion for understanding human behavior, she aims to contribute to the field of psychology through both academic achievement and practical experience. Mia has been accepted into the graduate program at George Washington University, where she plans to continue her studies and further her career in Clinical Psychology. In addition to her academic pursuits, Mia is also actively involved in ballet at Perfect Pointe Studio, where she continues to refine her dance skills and appreciates the discipline and artistry that ballet brings to her life.