Meet Caitlin

Hi there! 👋🏻 I’m Caitlin, a Dance Educator and Career Mentor based in Madison, WI.

I received my Bachelor of Arts in Dance from Grand Valley State University and Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management from the University of Missouri. 

I danced professionally for nine years with companies including Ballet Tucson and Missouri Contemporary Ballet (now Mareck Dance). I have taught at schools all over the Midwest, most notably serving as Director of The School of Missouri Contemporary Ballet and Youth Company Director for Central Indiana Dance Ensemble. I am currently on faculty at the School of Madison Ballet.

I founded The Brainy Ballerina® in 2019, a virtual resource providing support and guidance for aspiring ballet dancers. I have worked with dozens of dancers all over the U.S. to give them the skills and confidence they need to successfully pursue professional dance careers.

My Mission

I’m on a mission to empower dancers with the tools to build smart + sustainable careers in the dance industry.

I founded The Brainy Ballerina® to give dancers they tools they need to succeed in a professional dance career both off and on the stage. Through 1-1 career mentoring, workshops, and digital resources I aim to empower dancers with the knowledge to determine success on their terms and pursue the career of their dreams with confidence.

Work with me 1-1

As a former professional ballet dancer, I understand how difficult navigating a dance career can be.

Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned professional, 1-1 Career Mentoring could be the missing link to a more joyful and sustainable career.

Curious to learn more?

The first step is to book your Complimentary Career Consultation - a no-strings-attached conversation to see if Career Mentoring is the right fit to unlock the next level of your dance career.

You deserve to build the dance career of your dreams.

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