Daily Inspiration: Meet Melissa Robinson

Today we’d like to introduce you to Melissa Robinson.

Hi Melissa, we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
I began dancing at the age of three. Growing up in Houston, I trained in all dance genres and began teaching over 30 years ago. I founded a dance studio in Sugar Land, Texas, where I trained recreational and competitive dancers for ten years. After those ten years, I founded Masters Upper Level in 2005, an elite competitive only dance studio. My students, staff and I won hundreds of high score and choreography awards at the regional and national levels. After selling the studio in 2008, I remained the artistic director from 2008-2019.

After directing several elite competition teams in Houston, I wanted to bring an elite level of technical training to high school dance teams. I am committed to encouraging both teams and individuals to continuously create, grow and learn. My personalized performance preparation program and targeted technique training reflect this commitment, as well as my extensive background in dance for over 30 years. I offer a unique and detailed variety of training programs to improve technique and optimize performance levels, created for individuals and teams of all ages and ability levels.

I am now traveling independently to bring elite training opportunities to dance teams and individuals around the country. I enjoy working with several high school dance teams in the San Antonio area each month helping them reach their technical and performance goals. Several decades later, I have trained thousands of dancers, many of who have pursued professional dance careers.

I’m sure you wouldn’t say it’s been obstacle free, but so far would you say the journey has been a fairly smooth road?
Things were definitely more difficult during Covid, classes and private lessons were held virtually, but things were definitely more difficult during the pandemic-emotionally and financially.

Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
I specialize in targeted technique training and personalized performance training for dancers at the team and individual level. Specializing in elite dance training to help dancers improve their technique and master their goals to reach the next level is my passion. On the team level, I prepare dance teams through master classes, and intensives focused on targeted technique training that improves placement, stability, execution, strength, and flexibility while training individuals through private lessons focused on individual goals.

My detailed approach to training and extensive background, in addition to my methods of routine preparation for competitions and contests, set me apart from others. I have always believed that “details make the difference”. I am most proud of the continuous positive feedback I receive after every private lesson, master class, or intensive. Inspiring dancers and witnessing their growth is truly a blessing.

What do you think about luck?
I consider myself very lucky to have inspired so many young dancers for over 30 years. Some have pursued professional careers, but the lessons they all learn will last a lifetime. Discipline, teamwork, responsibility, and commitment are important attributes in dance that pertain to everyday life. They will not just use these as a dancer, but throughout their adult lives in personal and professional settings.

Contact Info:

• Website: www.melissarobinsondance.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissarobinsondance/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MelissaRobinsonDance