Dancer's Turnout Academy Staff

Ms. Kyli Davis is the proud owner & director of Dancers Turnout Academy, where she has been inspiring dancers and building a strong artistic community since opening the studio in 2005. A true Bakersfield native, Ms. Kyli grew up immersed in dance and cheer, developing a passion for performance and discipline at an early age.

She began competing in dance at 11 years old, training in multiple genres and quickly demonstrating both talent and dedication. During her high school years, she balanced her time as a dancer & cheerleader while also working as a dance instructor at her local studio, beginning what would become a lifelong career in teaching and mentorship.

Ms. Kyli was accepted into the University of Nevada, Las Vegas where she earned. spot on their dance team but ultimately ended up staying in Bakersfield where she continued her education locally, earning her bachelor’s degree in education from California State University, Bakersfield. Her strong academic foundation, combined with her performance background, has shaped her dynamic and structured teaching style.

Following college, Ms. Kyli pursued professional opportunities in Southern California. She traveled for different auditions and achieved a goal of becoming a professional cheerleader/dancer for the NFL San Diego Chargers. While in San Diego, she continued to expand her teaching experience, working at various studios and serving as the Competition Director at Stars Dance Academy, where she helped lead dancers to success on stage.

In 2005, Ms. Kyli returned home to Bakersfield with a vision of creating a positive and inspiring environment for dancers of all ages:  Dancers Turnout Academy, a studio known for its strong technique, performance quality, and supportive community.

Beyond the studio, Ms. Kyli is a devoted mother to her two children, Peter and Charlotte. She cherishes her role as a mother & enjoys traveling and spending quality time with her family & friends whenever she is not teaching.

Ms Tara Steele is a dedicated educator, accomplished coach, & lifelong athlete with deep roots in the Bakersfield community. Growing up in Bakersfield, Tara developed a passion for movement early on through dance, cheerleading, and gymnastics. Her commitment and enthusiasm led her to become a high school cheerleader, where she cultivated leadership, discipline, & teamwork that would define her career.

Tara continued her education at California State University, Bakersfield, where she earned her degree in education.

In addition to her academic achievements, Tara has built a stellar reputation as one of Bakersfield’s top acro coaches. Her extensive background in gymnastics and cheer, combined with her natural ability to connect with athletes, has made her a respected and sought-after coach in the community. She is known for her technical knowledge, & her ability to inspire confidence and strength in her students.

Above all, Tara is a proud mother of four, balancing her professional accomplishments with her devotion to her family.

Ms Krissy Warren began dancing at a young age in Bakersfield, where she trained at Georgia Lynn’s Theatre of Dance Arts and Dancers Workshop. Dance has always been a meaningful part of her life and family tradition, as she grew up learning from her grandmother, mother, and aunt, who were all influential teachers in her early training.

Krissy spent many years as a competitive dancer, studying a variety of styles including tap, jazz, ballet, lyrical, and acro. Her years of competition helped develop not only strong technical training but also a love for performance, teamwork, and artistic expression. As soon as she was old enough, she began assisting in classes and training to become a teacher, quickly discovering her passion for working with young dancers.

A major influence in Krissy’s journey as an instructor was her aunt, Jenny Hashim, who mentored and inspired her to pursue teaching. Through this guidance, Krissy developed a teaching style that emphasizes encouragement, confidence-building, and helping students discover their own love for dance.

Prior to joining the faculty at Dancers Turnout, Krissy taught at two other local studios where she gained valuable experience working with dancers of all ages and levels. Over the years, she has choreographed numerous competitive routines that have earned choreography awards and overall placements at l dance competitions.

Krissy is passionate about creating a positive, supportive environment where dancers feel confident, motivated, and excited to learn. She believes dance should be both challenging and fun, helping students grow not only as dancers but also as individuals.

Outside of the studio, Mrs. Krissy is a professional hairdresser and a proud mom of two boys. She values the sense of community that dance studios create and strives to ensure that every dancer and family feels welcomed, comfortable, and excited to be part of the studio. Her goal is to inspire a lifelong love of dance while helping students build confidence, friendships, and lasting memories.

Ms. Courtney is a classically trained ballet dancer & passionate dance educator with experience in teaching and choreographing for youth and adults across Southern California. She has taught at esteemed institutions such as Los Angeles Ballet Academy, Retters Academy of Dance, and Yoli’s Dance Studio, where she served as Second Dance Director. Courtney specializes in ballet (RAD technique), jazz and contemporary dance, working with students ranging from toddlers to competitive pre-professionals.

Courtney has been featured in productions of The Nutcracker, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Don Quixote, and more. Courtney has trained at prestigious schools including Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre (NY), Long Beach Ballet, and California Dance Theatre, and toured internationally in Aladdin with Long Beach Ballet. She holds certifications from the Royal Academy of Dance, Dance Teacher University, and multiple performance commendations.

Courtney is known for her nurturing and disciplined teaching style, helping dancers build strong technique, confidence, and a lifelong love for the art of dance. She’s also passionate about making dance accessible to all, having worked with underserved youth through programs like the Boys & Girls Club and Rancho Simi Parks and Recreation.

Ms. Brea is a dedicated educator and passionate dance instructor with a lifelong love for movement and working with children. She began dancing at the age of 6 and started competing at age 9, training in a variety of styles with a focus on jazz and technique.
Her commitment to dance led her to become a teacher’s assistant at just 15 years old, where she discovered her passion for mentoring young dancers. By 18, she began choreographing for the competition team, helping students grow in both confidence and performance.
Alongside her work in the studio, Ms. Brea pursued her education, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Studies and obtaining her teaching credential. She currently teaches kindergarten, where she brings creativity, patience, and enthusiasm into the classroom each day.
With a natural ability to connect with children, she is dedicated to creating a positive and encouraging environment where dancers can build strong technique, confidence, and a genuine love for dance.
Outside of teaching, she enjoys spending time with her soon-to-be husband and her golden retriever, Olive.

Mr Tyler Sanchez is a dancer, instructor, choreographer, and educator with 29 years of experience across a wide range of styles, including ballet, contemporary, jazz, lyrical, hip hop, tap, salsa, cheer, tumbling, and acrobatic arts. Throughout his career, Tyler has been grateful for the opportunity to contribute in supporting roles alongside renowned professionals such as Paula Abdul, Ashley Tisdale, and Aly Michalka.

Tyler has had the privilege of collaborating with global brands such as Reebok, performing as a featured dancer at the World Salsa Congress, and contributing to television productions that have aired on CBS, FOX, Lifetime, and MTV. His professional experience spans theatrical productions, reality-based programming, industrials, stage blocking, choreography support, and other creative collaborations, providing him with valuable insight into behind-the-scenes production and performance development.

With nearly 20 years of experience in the dance competition and convention industry, Tyler has played a significant role in planning and producing events. In addition, he brings 20 years of teaching experience, offering classes, workshops, private instruction, and custom choreography. He holds certifications in Acrobatic Arts and Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT), both internationally recognized programs dedicated to technical dance education and safe skill progression.

Tyler’s mission is to help dancers grow through technical refinement, artistic development, and performance coaching. He believes that progress matters more than perfection and is passionate about nurturing growth in every dancer he works with.

Nicole is a former professional dancer, dedicated teacher, and an award winning choreographer from Pismo Beach, CA. She began dancing and competing at the age of 15 and has trained in all major dance styles, as well as aerial silks and hoop. After quickly developing a strong passion for dance she also started teaching at 19 and signed with Go 2 Talent Agency at 21. She’s performed professionally in various shows in LA, the most memorable being the MTV Video Music Awards with Pitbull and Ne-Yo. She spent 5 years performing in large-scale production shows for Stiletto Entertainment onboard Holland America Line cruises. Through Holland America Line’s partnership with Dancing with the Stars she trained in various ballroom styles with dancers from the show and taught classes onboard for their exclusive program; Dancing with the Stars at Sea. 

After years of traveling and performing she dove back into the competitive dance world training dancers and choreographing numerous award winning pieces. Her favorite styles to teach are jazz, jumps & turns, jazz in heels, ballroom, conditioning & stretch, and lyrical. With over 20 years of being in the dance world and having the mentality of being a ‘forever student’, she loves nothing more than to share all of her knowledge and experience with the next generation of dancers. She loves helping her students build strong technique, confidence, and a deep love for dance. Her passion for training dancers to reach their goals has become her true purpose in life and seeing her former students go on to have thriving dance careers is one of her most thrilling accomplishments.

Ms Logan began dancing at DTA at just 4 years old and trained at the studio through the age of 15. After her years as a student, she returned as a teacher’s assistant before stepping into her role at the front desk in 2020.

Since then, Logan has gotten married and become a mom, and now enjoys watching her own daughter dance at DTA. Her lifelong connection to the studio gives her a unique perspective and a genuine love for the families and dancers she interacts with each day.