Arizona-native Aspen Waddell currently resides in New York City where she teaches at Broadway Dance Center and Broadway Dance Center Children & Teens. Growing up in a dancing family she followed in her mother’s footsteps and began teaching at the age of 15. She soon discovered her absolute love and passion for teaching. Aspen has choreographed numerous nationally recognized, award-winning pieces for dance studios across the nation, including her home studio, Dance Connection Scottsdale. Although Aspen‘s passion is choreography and teaching, she also feels it’s important to be a positive mentor and role model for the young dancers today.
Her most recent television credits include, Gwen Stefani, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Good Morning America, Cadillac, Neiman Marcus, Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, and Season 2 of Bridge and Tunnel. Recent advertising campaigns featuring Aspen include L’Oréal Paris, LG Electronics, Davines Haircare, and Visible Mobile.
Aspen‘s class will always begin with a solid warm up. She encourages you to show up ready to work hard and have a great time while doing it! Aspen‘s high energy, motivating approach will leave every student feeling inspired and even more confident than when they walked in. Aspen strives to bring out the best in every student and wants you to feel your absolute best. Her teaching approach is created to remind every dancer why they initially fell in love with dance.