Beginner Level
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Jazz
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Lyrical
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Tap
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Hip Hop
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Improv & Skills video
Beginner Level
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Jazz
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Lyrical
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Tap
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Hip Hop
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Improv & Skills video
512.383.5714
10203 Old Manchaca Road
Austin, TX 78748
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Choreographer, Founder, Owner / Jazz, Tap, Hip-Hop, Ballet, Lyrical, Character, Musical Theatre, Wedding choreography, Quinceanera Choreography, Music Videos, Performer​​​
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Owner, Carly Bell "Ms. Carly"
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Proud mother of two sons and grandmother, Carly Bell is a dance educator, entrepreneur, and business owner, with over two decades of experience teaching, mentoring, and inspiring children through the performing arts.
She is the owner of Dance by Carly, a nationally award-winning dance studio in Austin, Texas. One of the few studios that survived Covid and going strong for 15 years. After dedicating decades to teaching, Carly has since retired from daily instruction but remains actively involved in leading and growing her business. She credits her incredible team for making it possible to step away from the classroom while continuing to provide exceptional dance education and a positive, nurturing environment for every student.
Carly has choreograhed for a varitey of music videos, movies and artist's. She has performed with Austin's ACL award winning band, The Shiny Ribs posted below! She specializes in Wedding Choreography, and trained in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Music Theatre and Lyrical. See videos of her Dance Studio, many award winning pieces here.
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In addition to her work in the performing arts, Carly is a certified sound vibrational therapist who believes in the healing power of sound, movement, and mindfulness to promote overall well-being. As her passion is with youth mental development, she offers sound therapy sessions for children.
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Carly is also actively involved with Sails of Valor, a nonprofit dedicated to helping veterans and first responders navigate the challenges of PTSD through the healing power of sailing, connection, and time on the water.
Beyond her professional work, Carly is passionate about giving back to her community, sailing, wellness, and creating meaningful experiences that inspire healing, growth, and hope.
Addison Fuller "Ms. Addison"
Studio Director / Choreographer / Instructor / Director & Choreographer of Imperium Hiphop
Addison started dancing when she was 8 at a little dance studio in her neighborhood, just East of Seattle, WA. She quickly realized dance was her passion and moved to a larger studio where she joined their competitive team. She committed a minimum of 20 hours a week in studio dancing and competing in Hip Hop, Lyrical, Contemporary, and Jazz. On top of all that she took ballet and strength/conditioning classes to keep up with technique and form. She and her team won several competitions throughout her time there and without fail placed at the top.
She now is a dedicated dance educator and award-winning choreographer with years of experience creating dynamic, high-impact pieces across multiple styles. Known for her creative vision and passion for performance, she has choreographed numerous routines that have received regional and national recognition.
For the past three years, she has successfully directed and managed the afterschool program at Dance by Carly. She is also the co-founder of DBC’s Hiphop company “Imperium” where she continues to push boundaries and elevate street-style dance through performance and community engagement.
With a strong foundation in both teaching and choreography, she is committed to inspiring dancers of all levels and shaping the next generation of performers. She also comes from a background of yoga and fitness, which she shares through various adult classes at the studio. See some of Addisons choreography below.
Matthew Vargas "Mr. Matthew"
Director of DBC Pre-Professional team / Choreographer / Instructor
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Matthew Vargas born in Austin, Texas began his dance training at the age of 4 at Tapestry Dance Studio training in hip hop, tap, and ballet Folklorico. At the age of 7, Matthew received a full scholarship to train at Ballet Austin in the Academy where he is trained in ballet 6 days a week. He has performed as Fritz, a party boy, and the Chinese dancer in The Nutcracker, as well as performing as the Junior Card Soloist in Ballet Austins’ production of “ALICE (in Wonderland). Matthew Vargas graduated from McCallum High School where he served as Captain for the award-winning Blue Brigade drill team. He has won multiple awards while on the McCallum Blue Brigade such as multiple 1st places senior solo awards, highest scoring solo overall, best in class dancer, All American Dancer, All American Kick Dancer, Best in class duet, and solo winners circle at the ADTS Texas Dance Championships 2019. He was also in the McCallum Youth Dance Company in the Pre-Professional dance troupe where he has been trained in Flamenco, Modern, House Dance, and Movement Based Contemporary. Matthew also has won scholarships from a Celebrity dance competition as well as 8 National Talent and Starbound competitions where he also holds a national title from both competitions. . He is now apart of the prestigious Tremaine Performance Company where he travels, assists, and performs with Tremaine Dance Conventions. Matthew hopes to continue inspiring young dancers at DBC by helping them grow as dancers and artists through choreographing as well as teaching classes.
Jennifer Brown "Ms. Jennifer"
Summer Camp Director / Toddler Instructor
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Jennifer began dancing with her ‘student’ dolls at 2 years old and finally got the opportunity to take classes at 5 where she made the decision to soak in every and any type of dance available! She was a teacher for almost 20 years and has made it her life to help children find their joy and fulfill their potential.
Edward Funderburke "Mr.Edward"
Musical Theatre Director -
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Edward Funderburke - is a native born in and raised in Austin Texas. He has a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre and recently he has received a Masters's degree in Secondary Education. Dance has been part of his entire life including high school training in jazz, hip hop, tap and musical theatre. In college, he was able to grow in his training in being a part of his College Dance Team. He has also performed in/ choreographed countless shows with West Texas Dancing Raiderettes, Lubbock Moonlight Musicals, Lubbock Community Theatre, Ballet Lubbock, and Texas the Outdoor Musical. Edward is honored to be joining this amazing company and be able to continue his passion for dance.
Jadyn Blackmon "Ms. Jadyn"
After School Program Director/ Toddler Teacher
Jadyn began her dance journey at the age of three, performing at her church and discovering her love for movement and performance. Throughout her childhood, she explored various disciplines, including gymnastics and cheer, before realizing that dance was truly where her passion belonged.
She has trained extensively in jazz, hip-hop, ballet, modern dance, and musical theatre. During high school, Jadyn began sharing her love of dance through teaching and choreography, working with her school dance team and theatre troupe. She has choreographed productions including Grease, 101 Dalmatians, The Lion King, and more.
Jadyn is passionate about creating a positive and inspiring environment where dancers can build confidence, develop their skills, and grow both as performers and individuals. She is thrilled to be joining the studio family and looks forward to helping each of her students discover their own love for dance.
Bryna Payne "Ms. Bryna"
Dance Instructor
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Bryna began her dance journey at just two years old and quickly developed a lifelong passion for the art. Growing up as a competitive dancer, she trained extensively in tap, jazz, hip-hop, and contemporary, while also studying ballet and technique through the age of 15.
As her passion for performance evolved, Bryna expanded her training into musical theatre and has had the opportunity to perform in numerous theatrical productions. She recently graduated from Texas State University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre, bringing together her extensive dance training, theatrical experience, and love of performance.
Bryna is a wonderful example of how the skills developed through dance—discipline, confidence, creativity, collaboration, and perseverance—can become valuable foundations for success in countless career paths.
She is thrilled to join Dance by Carly and looks forward to sharing her knowledge, experience, and passion for dance with the next generation of dancers. Bryna is especially excited to teach the strong fundamentals that played such an important role in her own journey and continue to inspire her today.
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