Our Instructors

Meet the Team Behind IMPACT

Our instructors bring decades of professional training, competition experience, and a genuine passion for teaching the next generation of dancers.

Linzi Rice

Studio Director

Linzi Rice has been dancing since the age of 3 and founded In His Steps Dance Company in 2011 — now rebranded as IMPACT Dance Studio. She has earned high scores and overall achievements in competitions across the state of Florida and was named Top Soloist at Star Systems' National Talent Competition. For over two decades she has choreographed the dance and aerial numbers for Grace Tabernacle's "The Gift" and "The Passion" — major Broadway-style productions performed to over 12,000 people annually. Under her leadership, the studio has earned over 100 top awards regionally and nationally.

Victoria Coronado

Assistant Director

Victoria has been dancing since the age of 5. She was co-captain of a nationally ranked dance and cheer team from 2010–2016 and assisted in the choreography of routines that placed as high as 2nd in the Nation at UDA's National Dance Team Championship. She is an All American Dancer for the United Dance Association and has performed in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City with the Spirit of America Dance Team.

Sally Gage

Ballet Instructor

Miss Sally has performed with the Ballet Royal, Florida Symphony Orchestra, and the Orlando Opera. She served as assistant choreographer and dancer for the Grand Opening of Disney World in 1971 and has performed and choreographed for dinner theaters, musicals, and special events in New York. She has been honored for her contribution to dance in the Caribbean, served as a judge for the Florida Dance Masters, and received a Lifetime Achievement Award for her decades of contribution to the performing arts. Many of her students have gone on to dance professionally across the United States and internationally.

Meagan Wilson

Instructor

Meagan's dance journey began in her 6th grade dance class. She was part of her nationally ranked dance and cheer team from 7th grade through senior year and was a member of the Sundolls Dance Team at the University of South Florida. She also taught gymnastics for two years and currently works as an occupational therapy assistant helping children succeed in school. Meagan brings a heart for community, faith, and developing each dancer's individual gifts.

Mary Belcher

Instructor

Mary began dancing at age 3 at IMPACT and started competing at age 6. Throughout high school she danced on the nationally ranked dance team at The Villages Charter School. She is now in college working toward a degree in diagnostic medical sonography and is passionate about sharing her love of dance and watching her students grow throughout the year.

Ainsley Williams

Instructor

My name is Ainsley Williams and I am so excited to be back home at Impact Dance Studio, where my own dance journey first began as a student. Growing up training on these exact floors shaped my love for movement and performance, and returning as an instructor is an absolute dream come true. Outside of the studio, I bring my passion for working with children into my career as a first-grade teacher at Wildwood Elementary School. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from the University of Florida, which gives me a unique perspective on child development, patience, and positive reinforcement. With three years of experience teaching preschool dance and acrobatics, I specialize in helping our youngest dancers build strong technical foundations, coordination, and body awareness—all while having fun! My goal is to create a magical, encouraging environment where tiny tots and acrobats can build confidence, make friends, and fall in love with the art of dance just like I did. I cannot wait to see your little ones shine on stage!

Kristin Oliver

Instructor

I started dancing at the age of 4 but started competing for Impact when I was 9 years old. I currently dance for the senior elite team at Impact and am a junior in high school. I also dance for my schools nationally ranked dance team and hold the junior lieutenant title as well! As a teach, I aspire to share my love of dance with all ages and create a positive environment for all students! I am so excited to be a teacher this year and am looking forward to what it has in store!

Delani Sherman

Instructor

I started dancing at age 3 and began competing at 6. Impact Dance Studio has been a huge part of my dance journey, and I'm so excited to now have the opportunity to teach! I'm a proud member of Impact's Senior Elite Team and also dance on my school's nationally ranked dance team. As a teacher, I hope to share my love for dance while creating a fun and positive environment where every dancer can grow, build confidence, and enjoy learning. I can't wait for an amazing year at Impact!