Debbie Strang (Owner/Artistic Director/Choreographer) brings more than 25 years of experience as a dancer, teacher, choreographer. As a young dancer, Debbie won numerous awards in competition and has brought those talents to her students, successfully coaching them to numerous gold and absolute awards, several regional and national titles, and many high score and special judges' awards for choreography and execution. Debbie is certified by test to teach by Dance Masters of America, Chapter 5. Her students have gone on to own dance studios, direct dance companies, and become live performers including Patriots Cheerleaders.

Gail Strang (Owner, Business Manager) With more than 30 years of experience in dance studio management, Gail keeps the Dance Factory office running smoothly. Her responsibilities include, billing, newsletters, costume orders etc. Please feel free to speak with Gail regarding any of your concerns.

Faculty

Jill Cunningham holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Dance Performance and Secondary Education (K-12) from Roger Williams University in Rhode Island. Jill is an experienced dance instructor and choreographer for all levels and ages in creative movement, ballet, jazz, modern/contemporary, hip hop and cheerdance. 

Betsy Haskell has studied social partner dancing for several years, and is currently DVIDA certified In Rhythm I. Betsy will offer fun  ballroom classes for children and adults (with or without partner) and will instruct some of our younger students in ballet, jazz, and tap. She will also be available by appointment for wedding choreography.  

Michelle Beattie is a certified Zumba instructor who also holds a Group Fitness Certification from the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA). Her fun Zumba classes are cardio based and filled with great music and Latin movement. Try one of her classes and let Michelle change your attitude about fitness from something you have to do to something you love to do!