Stella Sexsmith

INSTRUCTOR

Stella began her love of dance at the age of two and has continued to pursue it ever since. She started in a competitive program at just six years old and has trained intensively in numerous styles, including tap, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, acro, ballet, pointe, and hip-hop. Stella began dancing at Kickit Island Lakes when she was 10 years old and has excelled ever since. She has participated in numerous competitions, including the View Dance Challenge in Regina, Ovation in Fargo, Dance Canada, and the Manitoba Dance Festival, among others. Additionally, Stella has attended conventions that explore unique styles, such as street jazz and Bollywood. She was also invited to the Chicago Tap Theatre Summer Intensive.

Outside of the dance world, Stella is currently a student at the University of Manitoba, studying biology with plans to join the medical field. This past year, she received a scholarship that stands for “helping people, doing your best, being kind, and making each day count.” Stella’s greatest passion is working alongside others to help them feel included, safe, and loved, regardless of their background or identity. This will be her third year on the Kickit staff, and she is ecstatic to continue sharing her passion for dance.