Olivia Studdard

Olivia Studdard has built a strong foundation in dance education through years of training and performance. She began with recreational classes and advanced to competitive studio dance, mastering styles including ballet, jazz, tap, acrobat, and lyrical. In high school, she served as co-captain of the dance team during her senior year before joining the college dance team at Grand Canyon University, where her program achieved national championships in two divisions last year. Olivia currently teaches in studios around the valley and creates choreography for both competitive and recreational performances. She is pursuing a bachelor's degree in entrepreneurial studies along with minors in dance performance, business management, and biblical studies at Grand Canyon University, with plans to graduate in 2027. Her long-term goals include dancing professionally on a cruise line and eventually opening her own dance studio to foster confidence and skill development in aspiring artists. Faith plays a central role in her journey and approach to challenges in the dance world.