Shine Bright Dance Project is a small, non-competitive dance company in St. Louis, Missouri.  The goal of SBDP is for students to learn dance in both an educational and fun environment and to then use those skills to perform.  We offer a knowledge of dance to anyone wanting to learn, from children ages 3-18, in a relaxed setting with a focus on showcasing our routines in the community.  Not only will you learn dance, but you will learn confidence!

Shine Bright Dance Project is owned by Michelle Westerman, the main instructor and choreographer.  After taking dance throughout childhood and performing in many productions in the St. Louis community, Michelle taught dance to a range of ages for 5 years as an instructor for the South County YMCA before opening SBDP in 2016.

Instructors

  • Miss Michelle – Director/Instructor.  Miss Michelle created Shine Bright Dance Project in 2016 after the birth of her first child.  Prior to having children, she taught dance at the South County Family YMCA for 5 years as well as working in Sales and Event Planning for Six Flags St. Louis.  She loves finding new ways to have fun and learn dance in class and getting to know each student that she teaches.  She has three children with her husband, Ben.
  • Miss Janine – Assistant Director/Instructor.  Miss Janine has helped Miss Michelle with dance duties at Shine Bright Dance Project from the beginning.  She does not currently teach class full time but joins in from time to time at the Towne Centre location and helps run performances.  She studied early childhood education at Mizzou and loves working with children.  She has two children with her husband, Allan.
  • Miss Gabi – Instructor. Miss Gabi started dancing with Miss Michelle at the South County YMCA before starting in the first dance class with SBDP. When she is not dancing, she spends time involved with her youth organization.
  • Miss Gwen – Instructor. Miss Gwen joined SBDP in its first year and has been a member ever since. She enjoys hanging out with friends and family when she is not dancing.
  • Miss Anni – Instructor. Miss Anni started with SBDP in middle school and became a member of the Senior dance class. She is involved with Boy and Girl Scouts in her free time.