Allegro Faculty

Maija Kalnajs

Dance Ballet Jazz TapMiss Maija began dancing at the age of seven under the direction of Linda Gooding and Bobbie Hall. She continued her dance training while competing at several nationally recognized organizations as Dance Masters of America, Dance Makers Inc., Dance Educators of America and Showstoppers. Seven years ago, Miss Maija began teaching students in many areas of dance including jazz, tap, ballet and hip hop. In 2004, Miss Maija graduated from Bob Jones High School. In her first year doing choreography for Allegro Elite, Miss Maija's Musical Theatre dance was awarded the TNT Award and won overall. Her tap group won first place and overall in their division. Miss Maija's choreography has continued to receive 1st place, Gold, and Platinum Awards as well as Overall High Scores around the region. On February 23, 2008, Miss Maija brought a beautiful, new baby girl named Zane into the world! Allegro congratulates her and is so thankful to have such an energetic and skilled instructor on its faculty.