STEPPING OUT DANCE STUDIOS
HOME TO WORLD CHAMPIONS, CELEBRITIES, AND YOU
Tel: 646-742-9400 Fax: 646-742-0681 info@steppingoutstudios.com 37 West 26th Street 9th Floor New York, NY
Our Administration
George Qiao - Owner
George Ciao, the CEO and President at Stepping Out Studios, originally came from China, attended an MBA program at University of Hawaii from 1986- 1989. After he arrived in NYC in 1994, George started his journey, taking ballroom dance lessons and classes. Through pro-am dance competitions and dance show performances, dancing has become George’s favorite hobby of all his good habits, like eating healthy, going to the gym, stay fit and always keeping in a happy spirit. After many years of owning and operating successful businesses, George obtained Stepping Out Studios in 2005 when he heard the previous owner Diane Lachtrupp wanted to sell the studio, since he was a student at Stepping Out Studios anyway. Not only George has kept the studio's original visions and traditions, but he is also constantly accepting and adapting the changes in the dancing world. Through more diversifications, he has the studio, allowing it to stand on it's own solid ground.
Executive Vice President, Director of International Affairs
JingJing is a adjudicator of dance competitions, performer, and director of international relations for Stepping Out Studios. She graduated from the prestigious Central Academy of China in drama and has been featured on CCTV, Hunan TV, and many others.
Madona Ponce
Manager
Since 2000, Madona is an expert anchor in studio operations for Stepping Out Studios.
Anthony
Program Advisor
Anthony has trained, taught, and competed in New York for many years. He can also prepare a customized dance program for your goals and budget.
Sakura Jo
Manager/Rental Coordinator
Graduate of marketing, she specializes in promotions in major studio productions.
BiBi Marie
Receptionist
A veteran dancer in Hustle, bachata, and Salsa, BiBi is also a frequently sought after performer.
Shimao Zhou
Web Manager/Marketer
Shimao is a much in-demand piano performer and teacher of all levels for many years in classical and contemporary music.