Hayley was born and raised in Merrillville, IN and has been involved with competitive dance/drill team since she moved to Texas in 2011. Ms. Hayley was a member of the Knox JH Gingham Girls Drill Team before moving on and dancing with the College Park HS Reveliers Dance Team. Hayley served as a Lieutenant for her junior year and a Lt. Major for her senior year. After graduation, Ms. Hayley enrolled at Texas State University and was a member of the Texas State Strutters Dance Team. Hayley continued her education at Sam Houston State University. Hayley has worked as a Junior High Assistant Director since 2019 and has years of choreographic experience. Choreographing a multitude of award winning numbers, she is excited to bring her expertise to The Demi Dance Academy. Ms. Hayley's favorite dance styles are jazz and contemporary. When not working, Hayley can be found dancing, going on runs, and completing 1500 piece puzzles!

Samantha was born and raised in Spring, TX and has been involved with competitive dance/drill team since she was four years old.  Samantha trained with In-Step Dance Center from 1995 to 2003 and continued her training with North Harris Performing Arts from 2003 to 2005. Mrs. Sommers entered the world of drill team in 2006 when she made the College Park High School Reveliers Dance Team. Samantha served as a Lieutenant Dance Officer for her Senior year.  Mrs. Sommers graduated from Sam Houston State University with a Bachelor of Science in Education.   Upon graduation, she accepted a job at Knox Junior High School to teach mathematics and direct the KJH Gingham Girls Drill Team for 11 years! Mrs. Sommers is excited to return to the world of competitive/studio dance. Fun fact, her favorite dance style is tap! When not working, Samantha spends time with friends & family, her husband, daughter and son.