ABOUT

MISSION STATEMENT

At Steppin’ Out Dance Studio, we are committed to nurturing both the athleticism and artistry of every dancer. Through safe, technique-driven training, we create a space where dancers feel supported, empowered, and celebrated in their unique bodies and voices. We believe in fostering creativity, confidence, and joy—on and off the dance floor. From ballet to hip-hop, acro to improvisation, our wide range of classes inspires dancers to push boundaries, express themselves freely, and grow with purpose and passion.

ENVIRONMENT

Welcoming
Inclusive
Uplifting
Supportive
Positive-energy
Encouraging
Body-positive
Family-like
Joy-filled
Safe and structured

CULTURE

Confidence-boosting
Student-centered
Passion-fueled
Empowering
Motivational
Respectful
Imagination-first
Exploratory and expressive
Celebratory of individuality

TRAINING

Technique-focused
Creative-driven
Professionally guided
Performance-ready
Growth-minded
Skill-building
Discipline-rooted
Athletic and artistic
Balanced between strength and expression

ABOUT US

Steppin’ Out Dance Studio has been inspiring dancers since 1993. We offer classes for preschoolers through adults in ballet, jazz, tap, hip-hop, contemporary, fusion, funk, acro, tumbling, improv, fitness, and more. With two annual performances and an award-winning competition team, our dancers train in a supportive, body-positive environment focused on technique, creativity, and joy. Whether you’re dancing for fun or pushing toward your fullest potential, there’s a place for you at Steppin’ Out.

STAFF

HAYLEY DENNISON | STUDIO DIRECTOR |

Hayley danced competitively at Steppin’ Out and began teaching at the studio in 2009, when she was a sophomore in high school. She has been the director of Steppin’ Out since 2017. Hayley holds a bachelor of science degree in kinesiology (the study of the mechanics of body movements) from the University of Central Oklahoma. As an American College of Sports Medicine registered certified kinesiologist, Hayley applies her skills in the studio, helping students with proper strengthening and conditioning and taking a safe and healthy approach when training dancers. As a dancer, Hayley won numerous regional and national titles in competitions, and has helped lead the Steppin’ Out team to many national titles, plus a large number of regional awards as a teacher and choreographer. While at UCO, in addition to her regular classes, she studied modern dance, jazz, ballet, and contemporary. In addition to Steppin’ Out, Hayley is the director of Bloom, a professional dance company. In their first few years, Bloom performed at the Women’s Conference in Oklahoma City, showcased their talent in a number of video projects, and took part in the Young Choreographers Festival in both Toronto and New York City. At New York, 800 choreographers applied to participate in the festival and only 10 were chosen, including Hayley’s choreography for Bloom. Hayley says that her favorite thing about Steppin’ Out is how the dancers and families truly care for each other. “It’s a family. We support each other. I want to know you, I want to know your family, and I want to know how I can support and serve you better.” Her favorite thing about teaching is helping dancers to find their personal artistry, and to help cultivate that. Hayley and her husband, Kenny, live in Tuttle with their two wonderful children.