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MEET BDC

Bravo Dance Co. was founded in 2016 in Martensville, SK as a premier dance studio for children to learn, grow, and excel at dance while participating in an atmosphere that is supportive, pressure-free, and purposeful. Fulfilling and purposeful dance classes, age and skill appropriate lessons that help to develop and challenge students, as well as small-town, personal service is what BDC intended to provided. The team has done this and more, becoming an award winning dance school, winning awards and being recognized for not only their dance teams and choreography, but also their kindness with others.

 

Dance should be a place where children are excited to go - where they get to learn, socialize, and feel like a part of a team and a family. This is the goal at Bravo Dance Co.

 

Not only are dancers taught dance skills and technique, but also lifelong skills and qualities such as teamwork, self-confidence, self-awareness, and work ethic. Dancers are taught by a staff that has incredible experience in all genres of dance from ballet to tap to hip hop and even Pom! 

 

Everyone should not only get the chance to experience dance, but should also get to experience dance at the Bravo Dance Co.

Bravo Dance Co. not only has an experienced and knowledgeable staff, but also instructors who support and foster growth and relationships with the dancers. Our staff is fluent in teaching and performing the following genres:

  • Ballet

  • Pom

  • Hip Hop

  • Jazz

  • Tap

  • Pointe

  • Lyrical

  • Musical Theatre

  • Broadway

  • Highland

  • Adult Classes

  • Fitness

  • and more!

 

The dance studio is a place where students make friends, have fun, and learn an incredible art form. Bravo Dance Co. welcomes both recreational and competitive dancers as everyone, we believe, should have the opportunity to express themselves, learn, make friends, and experience the world of dance!

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TEAM OF EDUCATORS

Not only is our staff at Bravo Dance Co. a group of experienced dancers, performers, mentors, and instructors, they also bring incredible experiences, knowledge, and backgrounds to each and every class. Dancers are constantly mentored, challenged, and encouraged in class with our fantastic instructors.

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MISS NICOLE KATELNIKOFF
Owner/Studio Director
ADAPT, SCA Coaches, SCA Judges, Alixa Flexibility, Acrobatic Arts, RIS, CDTA Pre-Associate Jazz & Tap, Sports First Aid, Pound® Rock Out Work Out

Nicole Katelnikoff started dancing at the age of 2 until her graduating year. Miss Nicole realized she wanted to be a teacher after her many years of assisting. She fell in love with choreographing at the age of 14 when she choreographed her first solo. She fell in love with all styles but Tap and Contemporary hold a close place in her heart. Miss Nicole has done a lot to branch off in her dance education, Miss Nicole has traveled to Riesa, Germany to compete with Team Canada Tap finishing in the top 2. 

Miss Nicole was apart of the first street dance crew to perform at Riders games. You can also spot her on an episode of season 2 Canada’s Got Talent on CityTV! 

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Miss Nicole has earned numerous overall choreography awards and has led multiple teams to victory in dance-offsthroughout her career. As a passionate and dedicated choreographer, she has been recognized across a wide range of styles, receiving accolades in Acro, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Musical Theatre, and Tap.

 

Her leadership and talent have not gone unnoticed—she was nominated "Coach of the Year" by the SCA for two consecutive years, a testament to her commitment and impact in the dance community. Most recently, she was honored to serve as one of the coaches for Team Canada Pom, representing the nation on an international stage.

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Miss Nicole has trained in tap, jazz, ballet, pointe, musical theatre, hip hop, street jazz, modern, lyrical, contemporary, acro and pom. She has completed most of her ADAPT tap and jazz exams, CDTA Tap exams and RAD ballet exams. Miss Nicole is a certified instructor with ADAPT, Acrobatic Arts, Alixa Flexibility, SCA Coaches & SCA judges. 

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I cannot wait to share my love of dance and help create memories that will last a life time! It's more then a dance studio it's a family! 

MISS KAREN KATELNIKOFF
Owner/Admin
 

Hi, I’m Karen, the proud co owner of Bravo Dance Co.. While I’m not a dancer myself, I’m passionate about creating a space where others can shine, grow, and express themselves through movement. I may not be on the dance floor, but I’m always on the sidelines, cheering our dancers on with everything I’ve got!

My goal is to make our studio a welcoming, inclusive environment where dancers of all ages and backgrounds feel supported and inspired. I believe in the power of community, creativity, and confidence—and I’m honored to help build that every day, even if it's from behind the scenes.

You bring the moves—I’ll bring the encouragement!

MISS BREANNA ALLEGRETTO
Alixa Flexibility, First Aid, CPR C

Miss Breanna started her passion for dance at the age of 4 and danced with Pure Energy Dance Co until her graduating year. Over 17 years of dance experience, she trained in a wide range of dance genre's, mainly focusing on her favourites - hip hop and contemporary. Miss Breanna spent a lot of time assisting her teachers with younger classes and choreographing solo’s, that’s where she fell in love with teaching and sharing her passion of dance. After graduating from dance, Miss Breanna turned her attention towards the world of cheerleading. Competing cheerleading in high school, that is where she found another passion. Miss Breanna joined the Hilltops Cheerleading team, for 7 years, cheering on the Hilltops Football team. Since then Miss Breanna has been training and competing with Prairie Fire Cheerleading, placing 1st place multiple times at each competition and most recently travelling to Cheerleading Worlds with her team TNT, placing 5th in Canada and 17th in the World! 

 

Miss Breanna has over 16 years of cheerleading experience.

She became a certified SCA cheer coach and has been coaching cheer at Tommy Douglas Collegiate for 6 years now! Miss Breanna loves that she is able to combine her passion of dance AND cheerleading, as they go hand in hand! She is also a certified SCA cheer & performance cheer judge. Miss Breanna was recently selected to judge the 2025 Collegiate Cheer Nationals in Toronto. 

 

Outside of cheerleading and dance, Miss Breanna has a beautiful daughter who is the light her life! She loves spending all the possible time she can with her and is excited to be able to introduce her to the world of dance and cheerleading very soon! Miss Breanna is also on Saskatoons only elite women’s tackle football team and 9 time WWCFL champions, the Saskatoon Valkyries! 

 

Miss Breanna cannot wait to share her passion, knowledge and experience in cheer and dance with everyone she meets! She is excited to make memories and help fuel everyone else’s dreams, just like all her past and current cheer coaches/dance teachers have done for her. 

MR GRAEME BISHOP

Graeme is thrilled to be joining the Bravo Dance Company team for the upcoming season! A seasoned performer in the Saskatoon arts scene, Graeme has contributed his talents to numerous community productions, showcasing his passion and versatility in both dance and musical theatre. Recent performance highlights include Mean Girls, Neil Simon’s Rumours, and the benefit concert Music for the Gut.

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A well-rounded and technically trained dancer, Graeme holds credentials in CDTA Tap and Jazz, and has extensive training in Lyrical and Contemporary styles. His strong musicality and expressive performance style have made him a standout in every ensemble he's part of.

 

Graeme is also a dedicated pom enthusiast. His love for the style recently led him to perform as a member of Team Saskatchewan Senior Pom, where he delivered a powerful routine at the National Championships. His hard work and talent earned him the honor of representing Team Canada in the Senior Pom division at the ICU World Cheerleading Championships in Orlando, Florida—an unforgettable milestone in his performance journey.

In addition to his dance accomplishments, Graeme was recently selected for the prestigious Ellison Canadian Honour Choir, traveling to Toronto to rehearse and perform with some of the most talented young singers from across the country.

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With his diverse training, infectious energy, and passion for performance, Graeme is eager to bring his skills to Bravo Dance Company. He can’t wait to collaborate with this incredible team and help create unforgettable moments both on and off the stage!

MISS HAILEY LEKIVETZ

Hailey started dancing at six years old with most of her dance training at The Dance District in Rouleau, SK. She has been trained in hip hop, contemporary, tap, lyrical, jazz, ballet, musical theatre, and acro by ADAPT and Acrobatic Arts certified teachers. Although she enjoys all dance styles, she always gravitated towards hip hop, pursuing every opportunity to perform and choreograph in the genre. With twelve years of experience, Hailey is an accomplished dancer who has received many awards and scholarships, providing her with several opportunities and recognition in the dance community. Specifically, she received many awards for her storytelling quality through dance. The greatest aspect that she took away from her dance career is the wonderful friendships and memories that she created. 


For two years, Hailey instructed her own dance classes and filled in for classes, with dancers ranging from four to fifteen years of age in hip hop, lyrical, tap, ballet, jazz, and acro. Her choreographed routines have earned recognition, winning overall awards at various competitions. Hailey finds joy in knowing that she has an opportunity to assist and watch students develop into exceptional individuals and dancers. She recognizes that some students train in dance to create a professional career for themselves, while others take part in dance simply out of enjoyment; whatever the case may be, she is grateful to be a part of their journey. Hailey is very excited to join the Bravo Dance Co. team and cannot wait to meet all of the new dancers in the studio!

MISS TORI RAWLAKE

Tori began dancing at the age of 6 at Studio Encore Dance Center in her hometown of Lloydminster, Alberta, where she first discovered her love for ballet. As she grew, so did her curiosity and passion for movement, expanding her training to include jazz, contemporary, lyrical, and modern. Her dedication and versatility quickly became apparent, and by age 13, she was invited to train at an accelerated level with the Encore Elite Dance Company. There, she competed extensively, earning numerous group awards and developing lifelong friendships and unforgettable memories.

Tori’s love of the stage extended beyond the dance studio. She embraced her inner storyteller through musical theatre, landing lead roles such as Annie in Annie and Flounder in The Little Mermaid. These experiences allowed her to combine her skills in dance, acting, and singing, further fueling her passion for the performing arts.

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Following her high school graduation, Tori transitioned into a teaching role, instructing beginner and intermediate ballet and jazz. Teaching became a new creative outlet, and she quickly developed a reputation for her encouraging teaching style and thoughtful choreography. During this time, she earned choreography awards and celebrated group performance wins, but what truly stood out was her ability to inspire confidence and joy in her young dancers.

Currently completing her Bachelor of Commerce at the University of Saskatchewan, Tori has found a way to balance her academic pursuits with her love of the arts. She is beyond excited to return to the dance world and to bring her experience, energy, and creativity to a new generation of dancers.

Tori looks forward to not only building strong technical foundations but also creating a positive and supportive classroom environment where dancers can express themselves, grow as individuals, and create their own lasting memories. She is thrilled to be part of this community and can’t wait for the incredible season ahead!

MISS TEAL HOENECKE
R.A.D, PBT

Miss Teal was born and raised in Rosetown, Saskatchewan and began her dance training at JD Dance. Starting out with a passion for ballet, her love for all genres of dance slowly started to flourish as she trained in multiple disciplines. Since the age of nine, Teal has participated in various dance competitions, camps, and conventions across Canada and received numerous awards for her performances as a dancer. Later in her dance career, Teal also began training out of Dance Ink in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan to further develop her ballet technique. She has completed numerous exams in A.D.A.P.T Jazz and R.A.D Ballet. 

 

Although dancing is a passion of Miss Teal’s, she has found a new love in teaching and sharing her knowledge with students across the province. Over the last seven years, Teal has been an instructor, assistant choreographer, and rehearsal mistress across multiple studios in Saskatchewan. She has won many choreography awards in the genres of ballet, lyrical, jazz, and hip hop. Teal completed her Progressive Ballet Training certification in 2019 and is in year two of her R.A.D certification. 

 

Miss Teal is looking forward to teaching and building a lasting relationship with the students, parents, and faculty at Bravo Dance Co. this season! 

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