Instructor

Desiree is a proud Texas native with a strong foundation in dance performance and choreography. She holds a BFA in Dance from Texas State University, where she was actively involved in both performance and pre-professional training opportunities. Her summers were spent in New York City, studying at renowned institutions like Broadway Dance Center and Steps on Broadway, fueling her passion for growth and versatility as an artist.

After graduation, Desiree set sail with Holland America Line, where she performed across the globe as a featured dancer. She completed six international contracts and was a company dancer for RWS Entertainment Group in NYC, blending her passion for storytelling and movement on stages from ship decks to New York theaters.

Now in her fourth year teaching at SMSD, Desiree is deeply committed to nurturing the next generation of dancers. She currently performs with two Austin-based professional companies—Revision Dance Company and Ty & Co.—and finds joy in supporting and celebrating the city’s vibrant local dance scene. Whether in the classroom or on stage, Desiree brings energy, experience, and heart to every performance and rehearsal.