Kate Walas​

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Katelyn has been dancing since the age of 3, with her technical and competitive training done with Lisa Heath at the Hackworth School of Performing Arts in contemporary, jazz, hiphop, and ballet. While dancing at HSPA, she was able to take classes from many professional and renowned dancers such as Teddy Forance, Chaz Buzan, Noel Bajandas, Nick Anthony, Billy Griffin, Chantel Aguirre, and Channing Cooke- just to name a few. 

Katelyn chose to play sports in high school, but took classes at Alegria Dance and Fitness, training under Nate Odell and Alyssa McMenemy (Zak), former Hackworth dancers. 

She was a member of the Worcester State University dance team for three years, making WSU history at the UDA national competition her junior year placing 7th in the nation in the open hiphop division. On the team, she performed different styles including contemporary, jazz, hiphop, and pom. 

Katelyn is finishing her masters degree from Worcester State University December 2026, majoring in Occupational Therapy. Katelyn is passionate about creating a fun and safe space for kids to learn different skills.