Meet Our Teachers

Our experienced instructors bring passion, technique, and mentorship to every class

Our Teaching Team

At Dance Queen Q, our teachers are more than instructors—they are mentors, artists, and passionate advocates for dance education. Each member of our team brings unique expertise, years of experience, and a deep commitment to nurturing the next generation of dancers.

Liu Rui Qi

Liu Rui Qi

Founder & Lead Dance Instructor

Ruiqi Liu began her dance journey at the age of three and entered a professional dance academy at...

Brandon

Brandon

Hip Hop Instructor

Brandon is a highly accomplished dancer, choreographer, and educator with years of experience...

Kevin

Kevin

Ballet & Contemporary Teacher

Kevin Tang is a contemporary choreographer and movement artist from West Virginia, known for...

Sam

Sam

Musical Theatre Teacher

Sam is a born and raised Chicago suburbs girl with bis dreams and a bisvoice gracing the stage and...

Vivian

Vivian

Beginning Ballet Teacher

The teacher trained in Ballet and Latin dance from a young age and now teaches Ballet, Latin ...

Mei Jian

Mei Jian

Art Director

As the Art Director of Dance Queen Q, she leads the school’s visual and brand direction —...

Wang

Wang

Chinese Teacher

The teacher holds a Bachelor’s degree in English from Fudan University, a Master’s degree in...

Zhao

Zhao

Math Teacher

The teacher received both bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the Department of Mathematics at...

Our Teaching Philosophy

Passion First

We believe that passion is the foundation of great dancing. Our teachers inspire students to love the art of dance while developing their skills.

Technical Excellence

Strong technique is essential for safe and beautiful dancing. We provide comprehensive training in proper form and movement principles.

Individual Growth

Every student is unique. We tailor our instruction to meet individual needs and help each dancer reach their personal best.

Creative Expression

Dance is an art form that allows for personal expression. We encourage students to develop their own artistic voice and style.

Teacher Qualifications

Education & Training

All our teachers hold degrees in dance or related fields and continue their education through workshops, master classes, and professional development opportunities.

Professional Experience

Our instructors have extensive performance backgrounds, including professional dance companies, musical theater, and commercial dance work.

Teaching Certifications

Many of our teachers hold specialized certifications in dance education, injury prevention, and youth development.

Ongoing Development

We invest in our teachers' continued growth through regular training, conferences, and collaboration with other dance professionals.