MK DANCE
ACADEMY
WHERE RHYTHM MEETS PASSION
ABOUT MK DANCE
Established in 2023, MK Dance Academy is a proud locally owned Dance Studio located in the heart of LaVernia, TX, staffed by expertly trained teachers passionate and committed to providing exceptional dance experiences to our local communities. We offer a comprehensive dance program encompassing competitive, recreational, and pre-professional training, along with launching the first competitive dance team in Wilson County and an annual local children’s cast production of the Nutcracker Ballet every December.
DANCE WITH US
2025 NUTCRACKER AUDITIONS
Experience the joy and magic of the holiday season with MK Dance Academy’s annual performance of The Nutcracker! Dancers throughout Wilson County and surrounding communities are invited to audition and become part of this cherished holiday tradition. MKDA students ages 3 and older can take the stage, and we welcome dancers ages 5 and up from outside the academy to audition for a role. MK Dance Company members automatically receive placement in the production. Join us in creating unforgettable holiday memories for families across our community!
Professional Dance Instructors
Our highly trained professional dance instructors play a crucial role in guiding and inspiring our dancers, helping them to refine their skills and achieve their performance goals.
Mariya Kret
Studio Owner/Director, Company Founder, Ballet
Camille Tokar Pavliska
Company Director, Ballet, Contemporary/Lyrical, Jazz, Condition & Stretch
Bekah Maynard
Jazz, Acro, Hip hop, Contemporary/Lyrical
Cassandra Capener
Hip hop, Tap, Condition & Stretch
MariBeth Patterson
Ballet, Jazz, Condition & Stretch
Erin Jones-Pollock
Dance With Me, Combination, Creative Movement
Adrianna Escalona
Tap, Ballet, Condition & Stretch
Kaylee Hannig
Ballet, Adult, Combination, Little Bops
Happy Students
We love our MK dance family! Daughter has learned so many new skills; mentally and physically. Such a supportive environment that encourages and pushes the students to be their best. Amazing staff and teachers!!
I can not RAVE enough about MK dance academy. As a mom, I have seen the change in my daughter’s confidence and improvement in her technique. I love seeing my daughter feel good about meeting goals setting new ones, pushing herself, and not giving up. Seeing her friendships with all the girls and relationship with her teachers really feels like we are part of a dance team we can be proud of.
We couldn’t be happier for the choice we made for our girl to dance at MK Dance Academy. The professional level of training the staff brings to the table is top notch, but beyond that, their investment in my daughter is so special. Clearly she is living her best life.