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Head Coach Alicia Medel

Alicia grew up training in all genres of dance and developed a lifelong passion for movement and performance. As a high school dance team member, she learned the importance of teamwork, dedication, and precision. At 17, Alicia began teaching and choreographing, which led to a career dedicated to inspiring and developing dancers of all levels.

She continued her dance journey with the Husker Scarlets at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, competing at UDA Nationals in Jazz and Gameday. Since the age of 18, Alicia has taught technique, combo classes, dance team prep, and acro/tumbling, focusing on building strong, well-rounded athletes. She is currently an assistant coach for the Lincoln East Apollonaires Dance Team, where she continues to share her passion for performance and leadership with competitive dancers.

Alicia’s mission is to provide an inclusive and motivating environment where dancers can grow, achieve their goals, and gain skills that extend far beyond the studio and stage. 

Ballet Teacher Betsy Andersen

For over 25 years, Betsy Andersen has been a prominent figure in the Lincoln and Omaha ballet scene, having taught and performed extensively. As a former advanced ballet student at the University of Nebraska, she showcased her talent with various dance companies, including the Lincoln Midwest Ballet Company and the Omaha Modern Dance Collective. Additionally, Betsy's influence extends beyond the stage as she has coached numerous students to success in prestigious ballet competitions leading to scholarships & awards for her students.

Dance Coach Lucy Christensen

Meet Lucy, an accomplished dancer with a wealth of competition experience. As an alumni of the Emeralds team, she proudly contributed to their success as 2x D1 National Champions in High Kick. A recipient of the Nebraska Young Artist Award, Lucy is set to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln this fall, where she will major in business management and marketing. She is excited to share her passion dance with all the talented dancers at Dance Xpress!