Donna Filippone's extensive background includes being certified by the prestigious Dance Masters of America, where she served on the board of directors, certified by Dance Educators of America, and is past president of the International Teachers of Dance. Her career has taken her from dancer, competitor, national champion, coach, choreographer and adjudicator for many dance competitions. Donna's choreography and students have performed at Lincoln Center NYC, and Carnegie Hall, NYC.  Many of  her former students are now dance teachers, perform on cruise ships, Disney World, Las Vegas, pro sports dance teams and pro sports cheerleaders!

Donna has had the experience of owning and operating two dance schools for 19 years before relocating with her husband and four children to Florida.