All three of us began dance classes at two years of age. What a gift that we shared that love and were blessed with parents who encouraged us to follow our passion. Over the years we danced together in group numbers, duets, and trios and cheered each other on in solo performances. We collaborated on choreography and costumes, stretched, and practiced in our basement.

The real gift of the journey was that our relationship as sisters deepened through our love of dance and our dream of someday sharing that joy with others.

We love Sanford. The small town and the people in it gave us a great foundation for the future. As adults we knew starting a dance studio here would give us an opportunity to fulfill a lifelong dream while also giving back to the community we love so much.

Triple Pointe Dance Academy is committed to creating an environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging. Students will find their voice, grow in discipline, and build their self-esteem and self-confidence. Dance isn’t just good for the body. Research shows it’s good for mental health too! Our goal is for our students to leave class each week with an enthusiasm and optimism that fills their hearts until our next meeting.

We welcome all ages, all skill levels, and genders. Whether you have a true and deep love for the art of dance or just want to have a little fun and get some exercise, we are here for you!

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STAFF MEMBERS

 Carolina Dance Masters is a dynamic organization of certified teachers who foster excellence and community within the dance education and performance realms in North Carolina. Dance Masters of America is a professional, certified membership organization of artists and educators committed to the elevation of the art of dance and to provide innovative artistic experiences for the advancement of dance worldwide. Dance Educators of America is a world-class dance organization dedicated to education. 

Lexie Anne Stephens Brown

Mary Blaire Stephens

Mary Blaire Stephens grew up in Sanford, NC, where she began formal dance lessons at the age of 2. Mary Blaire is a 2017 graduate of Meredith College where she obtained a B.S. in Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resources and a minor in Dance Studies. Mary Blaire was a full company member of the Meredith Jazz and Tap Company all four years, and served as co-manager her junior and senior year. She has a love for choreography and her work was chosen for gala performances every semester. Mary Blaire was recognized by her professors with the Choreography of the Year award her junior and senior year. Mary Blaire’s senior year, she was awarded the Performance of the Year award.

After graduating, she lived in Raleigh and coached the Cardinal Gibbons High School Dance Team until moving back home to Sanford in 2019. She has experience teaching in both competitive and recreational classes in multiple genres, and at different skill levels.

Mary Blaire is a Member of Carolina Dance Masters and Dance Masters of America. She continues to grow through CDM and DMA and she strives to continue to gain knowledge through these organizations. Mary Blaire has a drive for helping students achieve their goals.

Lexie Anne Stephens Brown, a Sanford native, began dancing at the age of 2. From a young age, she knew that she always wanted dance to be a prominent part of her life. Lexie Anne is a 2015 graduate of Meredith College where she obtained a B.A. in Dance Studies and received her K-12 License to teach dance in Public Schools. While at Meredith, Lexie Anne was a full company member of Meredith Dance Theatre, a modern based dance company, as well as Meredith Jazz and Tap Company, where she served as company manager her junior and senior year. Lexie Anne’s Choreography was chosen consecutive years for the gala performances by adjudicators at Meredith.

During her senior year, Lexie Anne interned at Leesville Middle School as their dance teacher and choreographed and judged for dance company auditions at schools in Wake County. After the completion of her internship, Lexie Anne was recognized for her excellence in teaching with the Student Teacher of The Year Award.

After graduating, Lexie Anne taught dance in Durham at Jordan High School, before beginning a dance program for Lee County Schools in 2016. She continued to teach competitively and recreationally in the evenings. Lexie Anne has experience teaching all genres, ages, and ability levels. At competition, her work has been recognized with special awards, including choreography awards, and overall placements at various events.

Lexie Anne is a Certified Member of Dance Educators of America, Carolina Dance Masters, and Dance Masters of America. Lexie Anne continues to learn through DEA, CDM and DMA and strives to offer the best experience for the students at TPDA!

Colbie Normann Stephens

Colbie Normann Stephens grew up in Sanford, NC, where she followed in her older sisters’ footsteps, enrolling in dance classes at the age of 2. She attended Meredith College, graduating in 2020 with a degree in Business Administration and minors in Finance and a minor in Dance Studies. She was a full company member of Meredith Jazz and Tap Company for four years. The gift of choreography is present in Colbie Normann and she was chosen for the gala performances consecutive semesters.

Her senior year she was selected by her professors to receive the Choreography award. She was a member of the National Dance Education Organization (NDEO); as well as, the National Honors Society for Dance Arts (NHSDA) where she served as the Vice President. Colbie Normann has experience teaching in both a recreational and competitive capacity, in multiple genres and at many skill levels. Colbie Normann has a special passion for working with young children and loves introducing them to the dance world.

Colbie Normann is a Member of Carolina Dance Masters and Dance Masters of America. She continues to enhance her teaching curriculum through CDM and DMA, and she makes an effort to bring new ideas into the classroom. Colbie Normann has loved forming relationships with students and watching them grow in their love for dance, and as people  at TPDA.

Kensey Covert Taylor

Kensey Covert Taylor was born in Sanford, NC, where she began dancing at the age of 3.  Kensey is a 2017 graduate of Meredith College where she obtained a B.S. in Business Administration with minors in Dance Studies, Marketing, and Communication. Kensey was a full company member of the Meredith Jazz and Tap Company all four years of college, and served as co-manager her senior year. During her time at Meredith, Kensey received multiple awards from her professors in regards to choreography and performance.

After graduation, Kensey choreographed for public school dance teams, judged studio company auditions across RTP, and taught recreational and competitive dancers in a studio setting. Kensey looks forward to spreading her love for dance to the adult dancers and all of the children that are part of TPDA!

Kayla Jane Smith

Kayla Jane Smith, a native of Wilmington, NC, began her dance training at the age of 2. Kayla Jane is a 2019 graduate of Meredith College where she obtained a degree in Exercise and Sports Science with a minor in Dance Studies. While at Meredith she was a full company member of the Meredith Jazz and Company all 4 years and served as co-manager her junior and senior years. Her choreography at Meredith was chosen multiple semesters for gala performances. Her junior year she was awarded the Performance of the Year award. After graduating from Meredith in 2019, Kayla Jane taught dance at a studio in Raleigh. She is so thankful her path has led her to TPDA.

Kayla Jane is a Member of Carolina Dance Masters and Dance Masters of America. These organizations give Kayla Jane the ability to gain insight for classroom management and student achievement. She enjoys sharing her love and passion for dance with everyone who walks through the doors at TPDA.

Kirby Forbes 

Kirby Forbes was born in Sanford, NC, where she began dancing at 2. Kirby is a 2019 Meredith College graduate, where she discovered her strong love for choreography and teaching dance! She obtained her B.S. in Mathematics, a 6-12 teaching license, and a Dance Studies minor. At Meredith, Kirby was a full company member of the Meredith Jazz and Tap Company all 4 years and served as co-manager her senior year. Her choreography was chosen for the gala performance consecutive years. Also at Meredith, Kirby received the Diane Baker Student Teaching Award.

After graduation, Kirby spent two years in Florida working/performing for Disney World, Sea World, and Universal Studios before returning to Sanford to teach Math at Lee County High School. In 2023, she was named the Beginning Teacher of the year for LCHS, for Lee County, and the runner-up for the state of NC. She has years of experience teaching dance to children of all skill levels and ages. Kirby loves taking her imagination to new heights with all ages of students as well as advancing her students to the next level.

Lakyn McGlamery Holder 

Lakyn McGlamery Holder was born in Wilkesboro, NC, where she began dancing at the age of 4. Lakyn attended Meredith College and was a member of the Meredith Jazz and Tap company and Meredith Dance Theatre. Her choreography was chosen by adjudicators for the gala performance at Meredith. Her Sophomore Year, Lakyn moved to Boone, NC, where she would attend Appalachian State University to pursue her B.A. in Dance Studies and obtain her K-6 Teaching Licensure. She was a member of the Appalachian State Dance team and was actively involved in the Dance department and the Momentum Dance Club.

After graduating from Appalachian State in 2019, she moved back to Raleigh and taught dance at both a private studio and in a public school. Lakyn now calls Sanford home and loves being able to share her passion for dance with the students at TPDA.

Marion Keen Boyd

Marion Boyd, a Sanford NC native, began dancing at the age of 4. Marion danced both recreationally and competitively throughout her childhood. Marion is a 2012 graduate of North Carolina State University where she majored in Brand Management and Marketing in the College of Textiles. While at NC State, Marion was on the NC State Dance team all four years where she performed at all football and basketball games as well as NDA college nationals in Florida.

After graduating, Marion was the head coach for the Cardinal Gibbons dance team until she moved back to Sanford in 2019. Marion has loved connecting with the students at TPDA and watching them confidently grow and expand their technique skills.

Brittany Barker Spartz

Brittany Barker Spartz, born in Sanford and raised in Garner, NC, has been dancing since the age of four. She trained in multiple genres both recreationally & competitively. Her passion for dance deepened in high school when she began teaching during her junior year. Brittany attended Meredith College where she earned a B.A. in Dance Studies and a B.S. in Business Administration with a minor in Marketing. While at Meredith she was involved in the Meredith Jazz and Tap Company, Meredith Dance Theatre, and served as President of Nu Delta Alpha. She also performed at the American College Dance Festival for multiple years and worked with a variety of guest artists. Brittany also received numerous honors from faculty at Meredith, such as the Outstanding Leadership Award and the Metamorphosis Award.

Since graduating in 2017, she has taught both recreational and competitive dancers across multiple genres and levels. Her choreography has received numerous overall placements and special awards. In addition to teaching, she has served as a competition team manager and co-founded an award-winning Track-Out camp program at a studio in Apex. Now back home in Sanford, she’s excited to bring her experience and enthusiasm to the students of TPDA, aiming to make a positive and lasting impact!