meet the instructors

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 Welcome to The Professional Dance Company, where the art of dance comes to life under the guidance of Leslie Gamber, an accomplished dancer, teacher, and choreographer. With a journey that started at the humble age of 2 ½, Leslie's lifelong love for dance has progressed into a vibrant career dedicated to nurturing the talents of young dancers.

Leslie's formative years were spent under the esteemed direction of Gerri Stretz-Meyer and Yvonne Meyer-Hare at the Professional Dance Center in St. Louis, Missouri. Eagerly diving into the world of dance competitions and conventions from the age of 4, Leslie's passion and skill evolved alongside her experiences. Her commitment to the craft was further evident as she took on the role of assistant teacher, exemplifying her dedication to both her own growth and the development of others.

The depth of Leslie's training is mirrored in the master classes she has taken, learning from industry leaders such as Tony Parise, Mike Minery, Gregory Fuller, Jeff Hancock, Kyle Coffman, and Mark Goodman, among others. Notably, Leslie lent her talents to private events as a hostess, dancer, and entertainer, drawing from the guidance of Mary Strauss from St. Louis' iconic Fabulous Fox Theater.

Her academic pursuit of dance led Leslie to Oklahoma City University (OCU), where she graduated with a degree in Dance Performance.  Leslie was an integral part of OCU's American Spirit Dance Company, appearing in annual productions like "Home for the Holidays" and the captivating Spring Shows.

Post-graduation, Leslie's artistic journey naturally transitioned into teaching and choreography. Her choreographic prowess garnered regional accolades, including the coveted MOVE award from the Soul de Soul dance convention. She has become a nationally award winning choreographer, with performances from her competitive dancers winning the highest overall awards in National competitions.  As the driving force behind The Professional Dance Company, Leslie passionately imparts her expertise, nurturing young dancers and shaping them into confident artists.

With each step she takes, Leslie Gamber infuses her dance instruction with a unique blend of experience, skill, and boundless passion. Her unwavering commitment to fostering talent and sharing the joy of dance defines The Professional Dance Company's spirit. As we continue to cultivate the next generation of dancers, Leslie remains at the helm, steadfast in her dedication to the art form she holds dear.

Jamieson trained at a competitive dance studio for 15 remarkable years and was a member of the competition team for 10. She has shown proficiency in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Contemporary, Hip Hop and Musical Theatre. A graduate of Putnam City Original High School where she was the Team Captain and Pom Squad member for four years. As a testament to her hard work and dedication, she has picked up numerous titles, crowns, 1st Place and 1st Place Overalls at competitions throughout her high school career. Not only did she maintain a high academic standing, but Jamieson also assisted and instructed many dance classes – a testimony to her incredible work ethic and knowledge. Now furthering her career as a Dance Major at Oklahoma City University and performing with the Star Dance Company. With many of her former teammates still training under her, Jamieson has without a doubt become an inspirational role model both on and off the dance floor.

Kira is an experienced and award-winning dancer. Aftergraduating from Putnam City Original in May of 2022, she joined our teaching staff in a leadership role. Kira achieved great success in High School, including four years on the Putnam City Original High School Pom Squad. She has countless accolades in a huge range of dance styles including Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Contemporary, Hip Hop and Musical Theatre. Kira is currently a Dance Performance Major at the University of Central Oklahoma and a member of the Kaleidoscope Dance Company. She teaches and oversees multiple competition routines for her dancers, and loves the challenge of helping them push beyond their limits in a way that best connects with them. Her enthusiasm and energy captures everyone’s attention and we just can’t get enough of her! Kira Blessitt is truly a blessing to have at The Professional Dance Company.

Justina (she/her) is a performer and dance artist based in Oklahoma City. She grew up dancing in the Oklahoma City area at studios like DMC School of Dance and Elevate a Dance Space. She competed for 14 years where she earned solo titles as well as team achievements regionally and nationally. At Elevate, she participated in the studio's “MDWK” program where she got to work with artists like Tony Bellissimo, Audrey Case, and G Madison. Justina also danced with RACE Academy for five years where she danced backup for New Kids on the Block and played the role of “Fritza” in RACE’s Hip Hop Nutcracker. Justina is working towards a BFA in Dance Performance at the University of Central Oklahoma. She is a member of UCO Dance’s Kaleidoscope Dance Company and her goal is to dance professionally in live shows and travel the world dancing and choreographing.