Jill DeWeerdt has been dancing for over 23 years and is a former student of Jeanne Chelsen. She attended Iowa State University where she studied Child Development and Dance. While taking college classes in all areas of dance, Jill competed and performed on a local, regional and national level. She is trained in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Modern and Pointe. Her training also includes master classes and conventions. Jill has received her teaching certification through Chicago National Association of Dance Masters.