About Flex Dance Experience
A Note From The Founders
Welcome to Flex Dance Experience!
At Flex Dance Experience, our mantra is simple: Find your passion, flex your potential. As lifelong members of the dance community, we grew up immersed in this world—first as competition kids, then working the front desk, teaching classes, and eventually choreographing and producing sold-out shows. This journey has given us a unique perspective and a deep understanding of what makes a studio truly special.
Our philosophy centers on creating a positive, nurturing environment where every dancer can explore their passions and grow both on and off the dance floor. Our mission is to enrich lives through movement, helping students build technical skill, self-confidence, resilience, and creativity.
We’re here to help our dancers discover what makes them shine and support them every step of the way as they grow and succeed.
Best,
Joni & Kailey Medzadourian
Meet Our Team
At Flex Dance Experience, our team is the heart of everything we do. Each team member brings unique expertise, energy, and personality to the studio, making Flex Dance Experience a special place to learn, grow, and thrive.
Joni Medzadourian
Joni Medzadourian is the Co-Owner and Co-Director of Flex Dance Experience, dedicated to developing confident, creative, and technically strong dancers. With a unique blend of artistic passion and professional expertise, she brings energy, leadership, and care to every student who walks through Flex’s doors.
A graduate of Fairfield University, Joni served as President and Lead Choreographer of the Fairfield Dance Ensemble and Co-
Captain of Fairfield Dance Fusion’s competitive team. While at Fairfield, she helped lead and produce multiple sold-out performances, showcasing over 75 dancers to audiences of 750+ and leaving a lasting impact on the university’s dance community.
With over a decade of experience training in jazz, contemporary, lyrical, musical theatre, hip hop, ballet, and leaps & turns, Joni has choreographed award-winning routines for studios and school teams across the tri-state area. Her choreography has earned recognition at both regional and national levels, known for its innovation, crowd-pleasing impact, and technical precision. She has also coached high school varsity dance teams, emphasizing strong technique, performance quality, and team culture.
Beyond the studio, Joni has built a successful marketing and public relations career, formerly leading brand strategy and digital campaigns for top fintech and blockchain clients. Her expertise in communication, organization, and disciplined direction enhances her leadership and day-to-day operations at Flex.
At Flex, Joni is proud to combine her creative vision, leadership, and lifelong love of dance to create a supportive and inspiring environment where all dancers will thrive.
Kailey Medzadourian
Kailey Medzadourian is the Co-Owner and Co-Director of Flex Dance Experience, bringing a rare blend of corporate precision and creative energy to every aspect of the studio. A seasoned communications executive by day, Kailey works with C-suite leaders across financial technology, managing executive visibility, global thought leadership, and over 250 high-stakes events annually. Her career has taken her around the world, executing engagements at the highest level—from private investor summits to global industry conferences—where strategy, storytelling, and flawless execution are non-negotiable.
That same attention to detail and passion for people defines her work in the studio. Kailey began dancing at age two and quickly found her calling as both a performer and a choreographer. Trained in jazz, contemporary, lyrical, ballet, pointe, hip-hop, tap, and musical theatre, she has spent the last two decades immersed in the New Jersey dance community—as a student, competitor, instructor, choreographer, and studio operator.
Kailey has choreographed countless award-winning routines and is known for creating pieces that play to her dancers’ strengths while challenging them to grow. She fosters a welcoming, disciplined, and authentic environment where every dancer is encouraged to reach their full potential—without losing sight of their love for dance. A proud certified member of Dance Educators of America, Kailey continues to invest in her own growth by taking classes, attending workshops, and joining industry seminars to ensure she brings the best and latest techniques to her students.
At Flex, Kailey brings her vision full circle—opening a studio in the very building where she first fell in love with dance. Blending professional-level structure with a community-driven spirit, she leads with the goal of building a space where dancers feel seen, supported, and pushed to reach their potential. From choreographing standout routines to managing studio operations, Kailey and Joni are together setting a new standard for what a modern, meaningful dance experience can be.
Miss Arianna
Arianna has been dancing since she was four years old. Until 18, she studied ballet and pointe with retired Bolshoi ballet dancers. In college she majored in Biology and Dance Performance and was able to expand her experience to modern, jazz, and contemporary dance as well as ballet.
She has been teaching advanced levels of ballet, lyrical, and conditioning for the past several years. Her philosophy on teaching is “100% effort, not 100% perfection.”
A fun fact about Arianna is that during the day, she works for the Vaccine R&D department of Pfizer.
Miss Alex
Miss Alex grew up right here in Bergen County, NJ and trained in a variety of styles as a competitive dancer. Growing up, she had the opportunity to dance with Mariah Carey, Jimmy Fallon, and at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. She appeared on an episode of Dance Moms and in a music video with Wyclef Jean. She continued her education at the University of Tennessee graduating with a degree in Kinesiology.
While attending Tennessee, she was on the Dance Team where she won two Collegiate National Championships. Her teaching and choreography specializes in dance acro variations and skills to incorporate into routines. Flex is thrilled to have her on staff twice a week next season!
Miss Eunice
Eunice began dancing at age 8 in Nutley, NJ and trained in ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical, contemporary, and hip hop. She was a highly decorated competitive dancer, earning numerous titles and first place overall awards at the national level. At 13, she joined the intensive program at New Jersey School of Ballet and later became part of the Junior Company, performing the lead role of Clara in The Nutcracker.
Eunice went on to join the New Jersey Ballet Company, where she has performed leading roles including Sugar Plum, Snow Queen, and Aurora. She has also performed works by renowned choreographers and has 7+ years teaching experience in a variety of styles.
A professional ballerina with the New Jersey Ballet and her Bachelor of Arts in Performing Arts from the St Mary's College of California LEAP Program, Miss Eunice brings incredible knowledge, discipline, and passion to every class.
Miss Julia
Julia is originally from Westwood, New Jersey, where she began dancing at age two. Julia is a professional dancer in New York City signed by CESD talent agency. She has had the opportunity to work on several movies, video games, tv shows, and music videos as a dancer. Her credits include MTV (Todrick Hall and Montana Tucker), HBO ("Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin), and TLC ("Long Island Medium).
She loves teaching and training in all styles of dance, but her favorites are theater, jazz, tap and hip hop. Her goal as a dance teacher is to help dancers of all ages explore their passion for dance and find their voice. She strives to create safe and fun spaces for growth for her students in the hopes they feel both challenged and supported in the studio. She looks forward to connecting with her students in and out of the studio. Fun fact, Miss Julia actually grew up at the same dance studio as Miss Joni and Miss Kailey!
Miss Linnea
Miss Linnea is an accomplished dance educator with over 20 years of teaching both recreational and competitive dancers. She teaches a wide range of styles—including ballet, pointe, tap, lyrical, contemporary, musical theater, and jazz. Having competed and performed in her youth, Linnea brings a deep understanding of technique, artistry, and passion to every class.
For the past seven years, she has successfully led a student dance association with nearly 100 dancers from studios across one of the largest towns in Passaic County, NJ. Linnea manages the full life cycle of the association—including tryouts, budgeting, choreography approvals, casting, and production oversight—culminating in sold-out performances and a vibrant, supportive community for dancers of all levels.
Known for her positive energy, patience, and dedication, Linnea inspires students of all ages to reach their full potential both on and off the stage. When she's not teaching, she works as a high school teacher in Northern NJ and enjoys hiking, photography, reading, and spending time with her two daughters and her dog, Buster.
Miss Reilly
From classroom to studio, Miss Reilly combines deep expertise with an undeniable gift for connecting with young dancers. With a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, a Master’s in Special Education, and certifications in both PreK-3 and Students with Disabilities, she creates learning environments where every child feels supported, understood, and inspired.
Miss Reilly began assisting with dance camps and classes at a young age and quickly fell in love with the magic of movement and mentorship. A product of disciplined, competitive training herself, she understands the transformative power of dance, and brings that passion into every class she teaches.
Whether guiding first steps in a preschool class or building confidence in beginners, she brings patience, creativity, and a deep understanding of child development to every student she meets. In addition to her work at Flex, Reilly also leads an enrichment dance program in a nearby school district and is known for her warm, steady presence in and out of the studio. She’s the guiding light behind so many young dancers’ first steps at Flex—fostering growth, joy, and a lifelong love of the arts.
Miss Marisa
Miss Marisa began dancing at the age of three, training in a wide variety of dance styles including ballet, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, lyrical and musical theatre. She was a member of her studio's competitive dance team, competing regionally and nationally, and later joined Immaculate Heart Academy's varsity dance team, where she competed in jazz and pom at both the regional and state levels.
Marisa discovered her passion for teaching early, volunteering hundreds of hours as an assistant teacher at her hometown studio. Working directly alongside hundreds of young dancers, she loved helping children grow, express themselves, and develop a lifelong love of dance.
Outside of the studio, Marisa is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh, where she continued dancing with one of the university's club dance organizations while earning her degree in Marketing and Information Systems. She currently works full-time in CPG sales. Marisa has been an important part of the Flex story from day one and has danced with Miss Joni and Miss Kailey since her dance journey began. She brings warmth, positivity, and endless enthusiasm to every class, creating a fun, encouraging environment where our youngest dancers can learn, grow, and fall in love with dance.
Miss Jamie
Miss Jamie grew up right here in Bergen County, where she began dancing at age three and spent over a decade training and competing in all styles of dance. She has been teaching dancers of all ages since high school, with a focus on building strong technique, confidence, and a love for dance. Her favorite styles include jazz, contemporary, musical theater, and tap.
Jamie is entering her senior year at the University of New Hampshire, where she studies Social Work with a minor in Psychology. During the offseasons, she also works at a local preschool and daycare with children ages one to five, bringing patience, warmth, and a natural ability to connect with young dancers into every class.
A familiar face since day one, Jamie has been part of the Flex family from the very beginning and is one of Miss Joni and Miss Kailey’s former teammates. She is thrilled to be teaching in the same space where she first fell in love with dance and inspiring the next generation of dancers.
Miss Shannon
Miss Shannon started dancing at four years old in her hometown of Maywood, NJ. She trained in a variety of styles, including ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, and contemporary and was an active member of her home studio’s dance company, performing regularly at community events and competitions. While in high school, she discovered her passion for dance team style through Immaculate Heart Academy’s Varsity Dance Team. It was through this experience she was able to compete in styles like Jazz, Pom, and Team Performance at the regional level. She was a team member for four years, and served as co-captain for two, helping to lead the team to a NJ State Championship.
This led her to earn a spot on Sacred Heart University’s Division 1 Dance Team, where she performed at home football and basketball games and competed nationally in Division 1 Jazz at NDA Nationals in Daytona Beach, Florida. Shannon recently graduated from Sacred Heart University with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy, and is looking forward to integrating her love of movement into her work with future patients.
Policies & Procedures
To maintain a professional and safe environment, all students are required to adhere to the studio’s dress code:
Notes:
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Form-fitting dancewear includes leotards with tan convertible or stirrup tights, tank tops with leggings or performance shorts, or fitted t-shirts with leggings/shorts.
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No jeans or jewelry
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Hair should always be secured away from the face for safety.
Failure to follow the dress code may result in the student being unable to participate in class.
Class Type | Clothes | Footwear | Hair |
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Creative Movement | Leotard or fitted top/leggings | Pink ballet slippers | Hair pulled back |
Family & Me | Comfortable dancewear (leotard, leggings, tutu) | Pink ballet slippers | Hair pulled back |
Ballet/Tumble | Form-fitting dancewear | Pink ballet slippers | Bun or Ponytail |
Ballet/Tap | Form-fitting dancewear | Pink ballet slippers & Black tap shoes | Bun or Ponytail |
Ballet/Jazz | Form-fitting dancewear | Pink ballet slippers & Tan Jazz shoes | Bun or Ponytail |
Ballet/Hip Hop | Form-fitting dancewear | Pink ballet slippers & Clean sneakers | Bun or Ponytail |
Ballet | Leotard, pink tights (optional ballet skirt) | Split-sole pink ballet slippers | Bun |
Jazz | Form-fitting dancewear | Tan Jazz shoes | Ponytail or Bun |
Hip Hop | Form-fitting or comfortable dancewear (no jeans) | Clean sneakers | Any neat style |
Lyrical | Form-fitting dancewear | Half-soles/turners | Ponytail or Bun |
Tap | Form-fitting dancewear | Black tap shoes | Any neat style |
Contemporary | Form-fitting dancewear | Half-soles/turners | Ponytail or Bun |
Musical Theatre | Form-fitting dancewear | Tan Jazz shoes (Ages 4-8) OR Half-soles/turners (Ages 9+) | Ponytail or Bun |
Conditioning, Leaps & Turns | Form-fitting dancewear | Half-soles/turners | Ponytail or Bun |
Tumbling/Acro | Leotard or fitted top/shorts | Barefoot | Hair pulled back |
Adult Fusion | Comfortable dancewear (leggings, tank, T-shirt) | Barefoot, socks, or clean sneakers | Hair pulled back |