Meet Our Instructors

Ashley began her dance training at the age of four, inspired by her mother's involvement in the dance industry. By age six, she was studying a full range of dance techniques and attending Tremaine Dance Conventions. At nine, she joined her studio's competition team, where she was recognized as Studio Dancer of the Year.

By age twelve, Ashley was invited to compete at the national level. Alongside her duo partner Tori (Frank) Simpson, she co-choreographed Dance Makers highest-scoring junior routine in Richmond for two consecutive years. She has since earned numerous choreography and entertainment awards at regional competitions.

Ashley is passionate about teaching and takes pride in sharing her love of dance with her students. Over the past several years, she has coached the competition team, finding great fulfillment in helping her dancers grow and succeed through their dedication and hard work. In 2025, Ashley was named Studio Manager and Artistic Director, where she continues to lead with creativity, vision and a commitment to excellence.

From the tender age of three, dance has been the rhythm of her life. It was the stage that first captured her heart, with the spotlight as her companion and the applause as her motivation. Performing was not just an act; it was her very essence, until the day she stepped into a new role--that of a teacher. Guiding little ballerinas through their first steps, she witnessed the pure magic in their eyes--a reflection of her own passion. This transformative experience redirected her path, and for over forty years, Mrs. May has had the privilege of nurturing the next generation of dancers. Life's dance took her to the scenic expanses of Fauquier County, where her personal and professional lives harmonized. Though her love for dance remained undiminished, she chose to attune her teaching hours to the melody of family life, cherishing moments with her beloved husband, Ken, and their children. Today, she is elated to continue her journey with For A Dancer Inc, where she shares the timeless joy of dance with eager students. Each class is a testament to a life well-lived and a passion that endures, a dance that never truly ends.

Hannah Hall-Salem has been dancing since the age of five, when she began her training at For A Dancer. Over the years, she has built a strong foundation across multiple styles, allowing her to perform with both versatility and expression. Her commitment to her craft has led to recognition at both the regional and national level, including awards for her performance and choreography.

Hannah is a graduate of George Mason University, where she earned her Bachelor's degree in Community Health with a concentration in Clinical Sciences. During her time at George Mason, she was an active member of the university's dance team, competing at NDA Nationals in Daytona and attending two NDA camps, where she received All-American honors both times. She also held leadership roles on the team, serving as captain and later as workout captain.

She now works as a Dental/Orthodontic Assistant, where she brings strong attention to detail, teamwork, and a patient-focused approach to her work, while continuing to stay connected to her passion for dance.

Allyson Good is a versatile and accomplished dancer trained in a variety of styles. She began her dance journey at just two years old at For A Dancer and has continued to develop her passion and technique over the years. Allyson is a regional and national award-winning dancer, earning recognition for both her performance and choreography.

She spent four seasons as a member of the Clemson Tiger Dancers, serving as captain for two seasons, where she demonstrated strong leadership, dedication, and artistry. Performing in front of over 80,000+ people every Saturday was the highlight of her college experience.

Beyond the studio, Allyson enjoys traveling and is currently working as a Business Analyst in the IT industry. She is passionate about continuing to grow as both a dancer and choreographer, inspiring others through her creativity and love for dance.

Shannon Simpson began dancing at the age of 3 with For A Dancer, and immediately fell in love with dance. In 2009, she joined their competition team, where she was awarded many solo and group awards both regionally and nationally. Shannon began teaching for Miss Rachel in 2014 and has choreographed multiple winning numbers for her competition team.

In 2015, Shannon became a member of the George Mason University Masonettes, where she placed 5th in the country for Division I Pom in 2016 and 6th in 2017. In 2019, she competed on an Open Co-Ed Pom Team with Velocity Dance in Vienna, Virginia where her team placed 3rd in the world at The Dance Worlds, followed by graduating with a B.S. in Management and minors in Dance Appreciation, Health Promotion, and Tourism/Events Management. Shannon went on to receive her M.S. in Exercise, Fitness, and Health Promotion and is currently working as a Personal Trainer and Fitness Specialist in the Warrenton area. Now, you can find Shannon behind the scenes, cutting and running music, helping with the competition team, and running For A Dancer's annual recital.

Avery just finished her sophomore year at Eastern View High School in Culpeper. She started dance at age 3, took a couple years off to try soccer and gymnastics, before she came to For A Dancer in 2017. Avery became a part of the FAD Competition Team the following year at age 8. She has been performing her heart out ever since. Her favorite style of dance is jazz, but she will try anything. This is her second year as an assistant teacher and she continues to enjoy every minute of it. Dance is her passion!

Payton Demko is a sophomore at Liberty High School who has been dancing for over ten years. While she enjoys all styles, she loves pointe and contemporary the most. She's been assisting pre-ballet for three years and this is her first year assisting special needs. She loves teaching and getting to know the students.

Kailey Cummings is 13 years old and has been dancing since August 2017 when she began classes at just 4 years old. In June 2018, at the age of 5, she joined the competition team and has loved performing and growing as a dancer ever since. This year, she began serving as a teacher's assistant for ballet and has enjoyed working with both new and returning ballerinas, watching them grow to love dance as much as she does. Kailey is an honor roll student at Cedar Lee Middle School and is dedicated both in the studio and in the classroom. Along with dance, she has proudly held several local and state pageant titles, which have opened opportunities for her to begin modeling over the last two years. Outside of dance, Kailey enjoys spending time with animals, swimming, going to the beach, riding roller coasters and being with her friends. She also loves her black lab, Gracie. In the future, Kailey hopes to become a veterinarian and travel after college.

Addisyn Demko began dancing at the age of five and quickly fell in love with dance. In 2021, she joined the competition team and it has been a big part of her life. Dance has helped her grow as both a dancer and a person, on and off the stage. Addisyn always looks forward to helping out the younger tap class, and her favorite genres are jazz and ballet. She is a rising freshman at Liberty High School and a member of NJHS at Cedar Lee Middle School. Addisyn is excited to keep improving and continue dancing in the future.