Our Philosophy
Welcome to Fly One Studios.
At Fly One Studios, we believe dance is for everyone — from our youngest dancers discovering movement for the first time to dedicated artists training multiple days a week, and adults who simply love to move. Our studio is a place where passion, discipline, and creativity come together in an environment that supports both joy and excellence.
We offer training in a wide range of dance styles, unified by a commitment to strong technique, artistic integrity, and respect for the art form. As a hybrid studio, we proudly serve recreational dancers while also providing a clear pathway for students pursuing intensive, pre-professional training. Our advanced dancers commit to multi-day schedules, cross-training, and performance and competition opportunities designed to prepare them for collegiate, conservatory, and professional pathways.
We believe dance education is a journey. Growth takes time, consistency, and curiosity, and we emphasize progress over perfection. Our goal is to challenge dancers while ensuring they feel supported, inspired, and seen at every stage of their development.
Thank you for considering Fly One Studios. We invite you to be part of our community and look forward to growing, creating, and dancing together.
Xochitl Velazquez
Artistic & Creative Director
Our mission is to provide exceptional dance education rooted in strong technique, artistic integrity, and respect for all styles, while supporting dancers of all ages in reaching their individual goals.
Our Approach
We offer training in multiple styles — ballet, contemporary/lyrical, jazz, hip hop, and aerial arts — because cross-training develops well-rounded, versatile dancers. Every dancer is supported to explore technique, artistry, and performance in a safe and encouraging environment.
We are proud to be a hybrid studio, providing pathways for:
Recreational dancers: Learning, experimenting, and dancing for fun and confidence
Intensive / Pre-Professional students: Developing skills for performance, competitions, and future careers
Placement is flexible. Every student’s path is respected, and progression is based on growth, dedication, and artistic development.
Our Values
Our studio culture is built on:
Respect: For the art, our faculty, peers, and ourselves
Commitment: Consistency and presence in training
Growth Over Perfection: Embracing mistakes as part of learning
Artistry & Individual Voice: Developing technique and personal expression
Discipline Meets Joy: Rigorous training with room for creativity
Community & Inclusion: Welcoming dancers of all ages and backgrounds
Professionalism: Accountability and integrity in all settings