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Meet Your Surge Staff
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
Co-Owner + Instructor
Eve Rokhvadze
Eve has been dancing for nearly 20 years both recreationally and competitively. She grew up training in the styles of Modern, Hip-Hop, and Jazz before entering her journey with Ballet and Contemporary. Her teaching career began while running University at Buffalo's dance club, Impulse Dance Force. It was during this time that she explored and gravitated towards Heels and Street Jazz.
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Currently, Eve has found a connection to the style of Afro'Dance while studying under Angel Kaba - a leading Afro'Dance instructor based in NYC. Afro'Fusion has quickly become Eve's favorite style of dance and she is excited to continue her education within this genre.
Co-Owner + Instructor
Jenna Bradshaw
Jenna began dancing at age 4 and never stopped. She grew up as a competitive dancer, performing with a national championship winning team and training under several renowned choreographers. Jenna is experienced in many styles including contemporary, jazz, hip-hop and tap, and she spent several years training exclusively in ballet and pointe.
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Jenna has taught at all age levels for both recreational and competitive dance programs, including her time with University at Buffalo's Impulse Dance Force. Her passion for dance is rivaled only by her passion for teaching and passing along her love for the art, along with self-love and confidence, to other dancers.
Our Team
Erica Ruiz
Erisola
Zumba Dance Instructor
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Erica Ruiz started taking dance classes at South Buffalo Dance Academy at the age of 4, until she was 13. Driven by her desire to share this transformative experience with others, Erica embarked on a journey to become a licensed dance fitness instructor. For Erica, being a dance fitness instructor isn't just a profession; it's a calling to inspire, uplift, and empower others on their journey to holistic well-being. With each class she teaches, she leaves a lasting imprint on the hearts and souls of those who dance alongside her, reminding them that they are capable of greatness and deserving of boundless joy.
Jill Dowdle
Instructor, Marketing
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Jill is a graduate of Niagara University where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Marketing with minor in Dance, and was also heavily involved with the Niagara Danceline. Her favorite styles include Hip Hop and Contemporary, and for Jill, dance is an escape and the place where she can leave everything behind and just feel. Jill is looking forward to continuing to teach and meet new students!
Sasha Vool
Instructor
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​Sasha started her dance journey as a rhythmic gymnast. In high school she was mainly trained in Graham, Horton, and ballet techniques. She loved her time teaching in Impulse Dance Force at UB and is excited to start teaching Ballet and Modern at Surge After Hours.
Sophia Clute
Instructor
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​Sophia Clute is currently a third-year dance major with a concentration in Jazz at the University at Buffalo. She has been training from a very young age in a plethora of styles while competing both regionally and nationally. Sophia is looking forward to sharing her knowledge and passion for dance with her students and creating a safe environment to learn, grow, move and have fun!
Tabitha Shevlin
Instructor
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​Tabitha is an emerging artist in the WNY area looking to explore the bound of visual and performing arts. She has immersed herself in numerous aspects of the arts including: training and performing in various dance styles and theatrical productions, obtaining three SAFD professional certifications, and withholding positions such as stage manager, choreographer, dance instructor, and media producer. Dance has always been the primary form of expression for Tabitha; however, she is excited to use her diverse experience and interest in the visual and performing arts to explore, “what is art?”.
Thea Keppel
Instructor
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​​Dance has always been a central part of who Thea is. Through dance, she has discovered a newfound assurance that spills over into all apsects of her life. It has been a great outlet for her emotions, allowing her to express herself through movement.