• Hello Basha Bears!!

    Welcome to dance class with Mrs. Baldwin! Dance class at all levels require hard work, trust, kindness, commitment and creativity. I believe my job is to teach the fundamentals of different dance genres and hope you gain an appreciation, if not passion, for dance. A positive classroom atmosphere is vital. All classes are expected to be kind and understanding of their classmates and teacher. Students are encouraged to build a relationship with Mrs. Baldwin and their peers as it helps you succeed in class! Expect to be pushed to strive for excellence and also understand that this is still an academic setting. Although we do dance almost every day, we do also have assignments, tests, quizzes, projects, and more! I encourage all dancers to be well rounded and well versed in their craft.
     
    Biography:
    Shelby Baldwin is a Southern California native who trained with top dance instructors in the Los Angeles area for 15 years. Halfway through her novice training, she began to include musical theater. She graduated from Los Osos High School in 2009. She moved to Arizona begin her college career at Arizona State University. During her time there, she was involved in a study abroad program, which allowed her to attend New York University in Manhattan for a time, working with top professionals both at the university and in the city. She auditioned for the Rockettes, took courses through the university, and regular weekly classes at three different studios including STEPS, PDC Dance, and Broadway Dance Center. Mrs. Baldwin graduated in December 2013 with a B.F.A. in Dance Education, a B.A. in English Literature, and a minor certification in Theater. She currently works full-time as a Dance Teacher at the high school level and continues to perform professionally in various productions around the valley. The year 2023 marks her 28th year dancing and performing and her 15th year teaching. She has taught in public education for 10 years. In 2016, she married her lovely husband, Brent, and they have 2 children- Conner and Paige. She is also a cast member for Storybook Entertainment in Scottsdale and performs every weekend as different characters. Mrs. Baldwin has a passion for teaching, a passion for dance, and an ever greater passion for her students!

     

    Listed below are some fun facts about me! I look forward to learning more about you!
     

    10 Things to Know About Mrs. Baldwin

    1. She started teaching in local dance studios in California when she was in high school

    2. She plays the piano regularly and took lessons for 12 years.

    3. She is certified through the state of California with a Certificate of Merit in piano studies.

    4. Dr. Pepper is her favorite drink ever. She teases that she has it running through her veins!

    5. She continues to take college courses through CGCC and ASU to further her educational skills.

    6. She owns every single James Bond film ever made on DVD.

    7. She enjoys movies and television shows and watches whenever she can!

    8. She has celebrity crushes on Henry Cavill, Chris Evans, Tom Hiddleston, Daniel Craig, and Chris Pratt, just name a few!

    9. She does not drink coffee! (I know, crazy right?!)

    10. She is a big Disney fan and actually worked at Disneyland straight out of high school.