MEET OUR OWNER

LAURA

THORNBURG

Laura is a graduate of Guilford College with a B.S. degree in Sports Management. She is a Certified Dance Educator and Member of Dance Masters of America, Inc. and Carolina Dance Masters, Inc. Affiliate Chapter #15 with over 30 years of dance training. Laura served on the CDM Board of Directors 2009-2013 and is currently serving in an appointed board position as Junior Membership Advisor.

In addition to teaching in a studio Laura has served as a competition judge throughout the southeast and has choreographed numerous theater productions. Her theater favorites include Smokey Joe's Cafe, Disney's Beauty and The Beast, Hairspray, West Side Story and Aida.

Laura's former students include professional dancers, college dance and theater majors, NC Governor's School attendees, college dance team members and cheerleaders, as well as numerous National Title Winners. Laura and her husband Zack have three wonderful sons, Jack, Jensen, and JD.

B.S. (Bachelor Of Science)- Sports Management | Guilford College

Certified Dance Educator | Dance Masters of America

WHAT PARENTS ARE SAYING

"Studio J Dance Center has been great for my son. The staff and owner have inspired him to be a better dancer, while teaching him to remain humble as he wins National titles. The students and staff cheer and support each other at every event and celebreate all accomplishes while they work hard to get better. Thank you Studio J!"

Julie N.

"This is a beautiful dance studio with a great selections of classes for all skill levels. Although the studio has competitive dancers and great opportunities for advanced learning, it also maintains a very warm family-like atmosphere where every student is loved, supported, and given an opportunity to shine"

Shannon A.

"Studio J is a fabulous dance studio! First class dance instruction, with attention to modesty that promotes self confidence in each dancer. My children love Studio J and we are greateful to each teach who invests in them!"

Adrienne M.