Ms. Ricky is a senior at the The University of Texas at Austin and continues to pursue her passion for dance by taking ballet classes at UT. She has been dancing for 13 years and fell in love with ballet at a young age, training at pre-professional levels in studios across Houston. Ms. Ricky has also studied at prestigious summer intensives, including Joffrey Ballet School and Houston Ballet. Through volunteering opportunities working with children, Ms. Ricky discovered her love for teaching and inspiring young dancers. She hopes to share the same joy and passion for dance that shaped her own life, while encouraging children to build confidence, express themselves, and discover something they truly enjoy. Ms. Ricky cannot wait to create a fun, positive, and encouraging environment for her students!