Our Staff

Artist Avenue Inc.

  • Hip-Hop Foundations, Dance Fitness and Adult Heels, Preschool, Mommy & Me

    Sarah Moore, founder of Artist Avenue, combines her extensive dance background with a commitment to mental health and inclusivity. Starting her dance journey at age 3 and competing provincially by 9, she trained in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Contemporary, Pointe, Musical Theatre, and Hip Hop. She has competed nationally and internationally, including with Team Canada, winning awards and attending workshops with industry leaders.

    Sarah embraced hip hop at Kick It Dance Studio, winning CanDance nationals and competing in Germany. She joined hip hop crews, including Un1te, exploring styles like popping, locking and stepping. With over a decade of teaching experience, Sarah emphasizes the importance of mental health and wellness in her studio. She has completed ASIST (Suicide Prevention Training) and advocates for fair workplace practices.

    Artist Avenue focuses on inclusion, integrity, courage, resilience, and commitment. The studio aims to mentor the next generation, instilling values like discipline, teamwork, and perseverance through dance, helping children become confident and resilient individuals ready to tackle life’s challenges.

  • Creative Director for Music

    Alandra Mazil is triple threat vocalist from Calgary, AB. Her musical journey began with extensive classic and musical theatre training where she found and refined her soulful, velvety tone.

    As the lead vocalist of Calgary’s Side One Band, Alandra ignites stages across Canada with captivating and vibrant performances. Her vocal versatility honed through the performance of many genres including R&B/soul, funk, pop, and rock has made her a sought-after session vocalist, contributing her talents to numerous projects and collaborations within Calgary’s dynamic music scene.

    Noteworthy highlights in Alandra’s career include providing backing vocals for Jessie Reyez, sharing stages with Boyz II Men with Calgary’s The EarthTONES, and collaborating with acclaimed Canadian funk/soul band Souls In Rhythm.

    Being a notable name for her mesmerizing stage presence, she is excited to share her passion for musical excellence and showmanship to curate performances that leave audiences wanting more!

  • Breaking Coach

    As an independent dancer based in Saskatchewan, my lifelong passion for self-expression through movement has been the driving force behind my creative pursuits. Growing up as the eldest son of Vietnamese immigrants in Regina, I felt conflicted between the expectations of my family for a conventional, stable career and my own artistic aspirations. However, my family’s journey to Canada in search of safety, security, and opportunity instilled in me a deep appreciation for the power of self-expression. Despite the challenges of navigating conflicting expectations, I remained committed to following my passion for dance and pursuing a path that aligns with my creative vision and personal values.

    Thankfully, I discovered the transformative power of expressive movement and how it taught me essential life skills such as discipline, humility, and self-love. I am eager to share this experience with others who may be undergoing similar struggles, through the creativity of an art project that will offer a positive outlet and foster healing for those who need it most.

    For the past 13 years, I have devoted myself to pursuing my artistic passion in dance, despite initially lacking support from my family. Through this journey, I have forged new relationships and rediscovered connections with my loved ones, all of which have fueled my creativity and strengthened my resolve to inspire and empower others with my artistic knowledge and insights.

  • Vocal & Rap Coach

    Hailing from Calgary, Alberta, 86love is a dynamic hip hop artist whose eclectic sound seamlessly blends influences from West Coast rap to Memphis phonk. With an energetic and fun approach, 86love redefines what it means to make hip hop in the modern era.

    Having amassed over 2 million streams globally, 86love has captivated audiences with their unique style and infectious beats. The artist's versatile sound has earned them opportunities to open for renowned acts such as Princess Nokia, Souls of Mischief, and RA the Rugged Man.

    86love's music is a perfect blend of new and old school rap, creating a fresh yet nostalgic experience for listeners. Whether you're a longtime hip hop fan or new to the genre, 86love's innovative take on hip hop is sure to leave a lasting impression.

  • Krump and Freestyle

    "Colby “Ripcode” McLean has been a developing professional dancer in the street dance scene in Calgary for the past 7 years. Specializing in the style of Krump he has focused primarily on teaching, battling, and expanding the community and culture throughout Calgary and western Canada. He is one of the founding members of the Calgary based All styles crew Blasé and is a member of the largest Krump crew in western Canada Empirical Freedom. Recently he became a member of one of the top Krump fams in the world Rexx fam. He is a teacher and a community leader who promotes diversity and inclusion within any dance community he is a part of while also striving to educate those willing to learn as well as learn from anyone willing to teach."

  • Hip-Hop Foundations, Freestyle and Choreo

    Allen got into dance by simply being drawn to the joy that comes with moving to the music at a young age. As years go by, he used it as a creative outlet and a way to truly express his emotions and identity. Now, he serves as the Co-Director of The Masses Calgary which is a training program for dancers who aspires to be trained professionally in both performance and street styles foundations. Not only he trains Hip Hop and House rigorously under legendary Sho Tyme at the moment, but also a choreographer that trains The Masses in choreography & performance training. He travels internationally to learn from the industry’s leading choreographers and educators that helped him further work on his craft and enhance his teaching capabilities. No matter how much he’s training, traveling, and teaching, he’d always go back to the passion he has for the art and do it for the love of it and not for superficial goals that comes with dance.

  • Massage Therapist

    Hello! My name is Zoey and I am super pumped to be joining this team as a Registered Massage Therapist. I have my certification from Mount Royal University and have been working for over 2 years in the City of Calgary. My passion for massage came from growing up with a chiropractor as a father who constantly advocated for my own health and well being. 

    Dance is an intense, beautiful sport that can push our bodies to their limits and my job is to support the body. Massage is a wonderful addition to anyone’s self care but especially children. As their bodies grow we need to make sure their muscles are loose enough to allow growth without pain but strong enough to support them. 

    At the age of 3 I began my journey with dance with a focus on ballet, jazz and hip hop. Dance is a huge part of who I am and even though I no longer attend classes, you will always catch me dancing in my kitchen. Due to this I am ecstatic to be able to assist your child's passion through massage therapy.

  • Music Producer Coach

    Bryce, aka Gremlyn is a multi-genre Musician, DJ & Beat Maker. By day, he shares his passion and knowledge as an Artist Educator while by night, he transforms into a captivating DJ, spinning sets that keep crowds moving.

    While his own music serves as the canvas where his ideas and stories can be told, Bryce also loves to champion and mentor the next generation of artists to share their ideas and stories.

    He's very excited to be joining the team at Artist Avenue, and can't wait to share his passion!

  • Women Empowerment Series, Calisthenics and Technique

    Katherine Mandolidis is a local Calgarian dance artist, educator, adjudicator, choreographer and dance/movement therapist. Katherine obtained her masters in Dance Movement Therapy from the University of Auckland and works in both group settings and individualized one-on-one sessions each designed to interconnect one’s mind, body and spirit through embodied dance. 

    Over the span of 15 years, Katherine has continuously dedicated herself to the art of ballet instruction, and is a certified Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) member. Her teaching journey has been a mosaic of experiences, traversing landscapes across Alberta, BC, Yukon, USA, and New Zealand. Within these diverse settings, she has cultivated the talents of numerous students, guiding them through Primary to Advance 2 RAD examinations, and coached variations and beyond. Katherine is also well-versed in contemporary and modern instruction (Graham and Horton techniques). She offers a dancer-centered holistic approach to her teaching style and is thrilled to be sharing her knowledge with the upcoming generation of young artists!

  • Comp Choreo, Drop-ins, Hip-Hop Foundations and Freestyle

    Isabella is a dancer, choreographer, and educator, born in Edmonton and raised in Calgary, Alberta. From a young age, she trained under numerous renowned street dancers and choreographers, cultivating a diverse and dynamic approach to dance and choreography. Over the past six years, Isabella has traveled extensively across Canada and to Los Angeles, training closely with prominent choreographers and competing in reputable competitions such  as the Release Dance Competition and Artists Emerge. Recently, she has passionately delved into creating and exploring movement, sharing her unique choreographic vision with the Calgary dance community. Isabella has contributed to performances for the “Surge Basketball team”, choreographed for “Quill Collective”, directed and danced in a commissioned short film for “Film of Recorded Movement” and continues to develop her love and passion for teaching choreography at all levels. Her latest endeavor is founding the "Vessel Collective," an art collective dedicated to nurturing and empowering emerging street dance artists in Calgary, with a focus on giving back to the community that has supported her.

  • Preschool

    Brenna started off her dance journey at just three years old, through Calgary and Chestermere with a flair for styles ranging from ballet and jazz to hip hop, contemporary, tap, and acro and many others. She has trained in both recreational and competitive dance across the province, racking up awards and scholarships with her team.

    Up next, Brenna is gearing up for Mount Royal University to dive into Public Relations in Communications after a gap year of travelling and full-time work! She’s got IDTS and METHOD certifications completed and is working towards her Alixia Strength and Flexibility certification. When she's not teaching dance, you can find her leading spin classes, thanks to her completed Authentic Instructor Training certification.

    In her preschool dance classes, Brenna employs a play based approach that taps into young dancers' natural curiosity and imagination. This method fosters their exploration of movement and body awareness in a fun and engaging way.

    Brenna is absolutely thrilled to join Artist Avenue and can’t wait to meet and inspire the new wave of young dancers!

  • Hip Hop Foundations, Comp Choreo, Freestyle


    Ryan "Yoshi" Iwanaka is a seasoned street style dancer from Calgary, Alberta who has dedicated over a decade to honing his skills in performance, freestyle, and choreography techniques. Today, Ryan not only performs and creates but also teaches, with a deep commitment to honouring the roots of street dance. He emphasizes the importance of mastering foundational techniques and strives to pass on the knowledge imparted to him by the original creators. His approach is grounded in respect for the art form and a desire to preserve its legacy while contributing to its evolution. Ryan is also co-director/founder of art collective “vessel” which serves as a nurturing space for emerging artists, providing them with opportunities to explore and showcase their creativity. Ryan brings a distinctive and abstract approach to freestyle, his style blends creativity with technical prowess, allowing him to express himself uniquely in every performance. Drawing from his years of experience, Ryan's freestyle showcases a fusion of foundational techniques with innovative movements, reflecting his dedication to pushing artistic boundaries while honouring the roots of street dance. His approach not only captivates audiences but also inspires aspiring dancers to explore new dimensions of self-expression within the art form . Through his teaching, Ryan not only imparts technical skills but also instills a deep appreciation for the cultural and historical aspects of street dance. He believes in nurturing each student's individuality and helping them find their voice within the art form, inspiring them to push boundaries and evolve as dancers.

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