Nicole grew up dancing since the age of four. She began her college education at SUNY Purchase, ultimately graduating from The University of the Arts with a BFA in Dance and concentration in Jazz/ Theatre studies. After school, Nicole performed with Royal Caribbean in a number of shows aboard their cruise ships, choosing next to focus on teaching and choreography. Nicole has been teaching for the last 20 years, both competitively and recreationally. Her choreography has won awards at some of the most prestigious national competitions. In 2017, Nicole was the coach and in house choreographer for the Montclair University collegiate dance team. She moved to the Charlotte metro area a couple years ago and is excited for another year at Joy Dance Academy!