Nia

Season with the Drill Crew: 8th season

Occupation: Dance Teacher and Child Studies student

Hometown: Calgary, Alberta

What is your dance/performance background? I grew up dancing competitively in Calgary, as well as trained with the Young Canadians and participated in Storybook Theatre plays. As an adult I also spent 6 seasons with the Calgary Stampeders Outriders.

What is your favourite part about being on the Drill Crew Dance Team? My favourite part is Drill Bits!

What song gets you pumped up on game days? “Burn it to the Ground” by Nickleback

What is your favourite style of dance? Jazz

What’s one thing you cannot live without? Lip balm and lotion for this dry weather

What’s your favorite local charity or non-profit organization? AARCS

What are your proudest accomplishments? The relationships I’ve made with my dance students and getting to see them succeed. Also getting the opportunity to choreograph for Drill Bits and Junior Outriders during my cheer careers.