Laura Self

Dance has been the forefront of my life since the age of 4.    I danced througout my youth, and performed with the El Paso, Texas International Dance Company in High School.    During college, I earned two degrees (one in Computer Science, one in Theatre) and also danced and performed with the Riverside Ballet Theatre in Riverside, California.    After college, I also began my fitness career, becoming certified in aerobics and teaching at various venues.   

Returning to the southwest, I began dancing in earnest with the Las Cruces Chamber Ballet and Michele's Dance Academy.    At this time, I also became passionate about Pilates and earned my Pilates Certification.    Eventually, I joined the staff at Michele's Dance Academy, where I teach ballet, jazz and tap full time and also am the leader of Pilates classes.    I've also created my own form of dance based fitness classes that incorporate my dance background with a strong emphasis on Pilates.