Just For Kix - West Fargo, ND

Finally, we have Coach Rikki Lien! 🤩

Years with JFK: I started dancing at Just For Kix in Brainerd at age 6, working as camp staff and instructor at age 15 and this will be year #25 as director of West Fargo JFK. This is also my final year directing, as I'm stepping down and Jadyn Wehlage will be taking over.

What I'm coaching this season: I'm thrilled to be back coaching Twinklers, Mini Lyrical and Starmakers this season and so excited to coach Middle Lyrical and Shooting Stars technique!

What I'm looking forward to this season: I always look forward to the small victories we make in class. The ones that not everyone might notice. The Tiny Kix who can finally go into the studio on their own confidently, the dancer who was afraid to perform but goes out there anyway and realizes how fun it is! The dancer who gets a skill they have been working on and feels so proud of themselves. The victories at competition are great, but as a staff, we get to see dozens of victories each week.

Favorite part of West Fargo JFK: My favorite part is the relationships built with dancers, dance families and our coaching staff.

Favorite snack combo: Cheetos

West Fargo JFK is so grateful so all your hard work, love, and talent you have poured into the dancers and families all these years! We love Miss Rikki!

Next up, we have Coach Jadyn Wehlage! 😁

Years with JFK: This is my 9th year coaching, and 1st year co-directing.

What I'm coaching this season: Lots of classes! Tiny Kix 3-4, Tiny Kix 4-5, Firecrackers, Elite Twinklers, Elite Shooting Stars, Middle Hip Hop, Junior Hip Hop, Dazzlers, Elite Senior Hip Hop, and Starmakers.

What I'm looking forward to this season: Diving into a new role, and getting to coach so many dancers!

Favorite part of West Fargo JFK: How this studio, dancers, families, and staff have truly become another family to me.

Favorite snack combo: caramel cashew trail mix

We are so excited for Miss Jadyn!

Say hello to our SDS coordinator, Miss Aimee Marz!😁

Years with JFK: I started dancing with JFK in 1995. It was actually the first year JFK was in West Fargo! This will be my 17th season coaching.

What I'm coaching this season: Senior Elite Pom, Starmakers, Middle Pom and SDS

What I'm looking forward to this season: Summer is great, but I miss my dancers!! I can't wait to get back into the studio and work with these athletes! I am excited to help them achieve their goals throughout the season. Their work ethic is inspiring!

Favorite part of West Fargo JFK: I feel like a broken record when I say WF JFK is just special!! These coaches are some of my closest friends, our dancers are the best of friends and role models to each other, and we have the most supportive group of parents and fans. WF JFK is a chosen FAMILY that I am so proud to be a part of!

Favorite snack combo: apples and peanut butter

We are so lucky to have Coach Aimee at West Fargo JFK!

Today's staff spotlight starts with Coach Alicia Schroeder-Schock!🤩

Years with JFK: 25!!!!! This will be my 16th season coaching :)

What I'm coaching this season: Monday Wee Pom, Thursday Firecrackers, Thursday Showstoppers, Elite Twinklers Kick, and Elite Shooting Stars Kick

What I'm looking forward to this season: Getting back into the studio and helping our dancers be the best they can be!

Favorite part of West Fargo JFK: The dedication and drive of our dancers is unmatched! They also bring so much JOY to practice, even when we are drilling our kick sets over and over again :) I also absolutely love watching our dancers grow up - I have the privilege of working with so many at the beginning of their dance journey and seeing them learn and grow over the years at our studio is enough to get me emotional...a rare thing for Miss Alicia!

Favorite snack combo: Birthday Cake Oreos paired with...more Birthday Cake Oreos :)

We are so excited for this season with Miss Alicia!

Say hello to our Acro coach, Miranda Wolf😁

Years with JFK: 8th year coaching, 12th year as WF JFK parent.

What I'm coaching this season: K-3 Acro, 4-6 Acro, 7-12 Acro, and Private Acro Lessons

What I'm looking forward to this season: I love watching the dancers progress, grow, and learn new skills.

Favorite part of West Fargo JFK: The great community of dancers, coaches, and parents.

Favorite snack combo: Sushi or Chips & Salsa

We are happy to have Coach Miranda back for another season!

Next up, we have Miss Hannah Cripe! 🤩

Years with JFK: I danced for 10 years at WF JFK and this year 12 for coaching!! whaaaat !?

What I'm coaching this season: this season i am coaching
Mondays — sr elite hiphop, middle lyrical & technique,
Tuesdays — sr elite pom, petite hip hop, tiny kix & wee hip hop, and
Thursdays — mini hip hop, mini pom, tiny kix, firecrackers & junior pom :)

What I'm looking forward to this season: I am excited for lots of dancing and laughs in the studio, getting to know more dancers, & continuing to learn and collab with some of the best coaches ever !!

Favorite part of West Fargo JFK: I love that our studio feels like one giant family and everyone roots for each other.

Favorite snack combo: I love popcorn and peanut m&ms!

We love having Coach Hannah at the studio so much and we love dancing with you!

It's time to say hello to Miss Shaeden Welter!😁

Years with JFK: 8 seasons as a coach, 14 years of being a dancer prior!

What I'm coaching this season: Mini elite hip hop, mini elite pom, Monday showstoppers, shooting stars, Wednesday wee pom, and Wednesday mini pom.

What I'm looking forward to this season: Being able to coach such a wide range of ages and styles. I can’t wait to meet all my dancers!

Favorite part of West Fargo JFK: The sense of community/family this studio provides. All the coaches, dancers, and families I’ve met through the years are the reason I love this place. You all are the best!!

Favorite snack combo: I love Nutella and pretzels. It’s the perfect mix of salty and sweet.

We are so excited to have Coach Shaeden back, and we are ready to dance with you!

Another day, another staff spotlight! Today we have Coach Brooke Kava!🤩

Years with JFK: 15 years as a dancer and this will be my 8th year coaching!

What I'm coaching this season: Elite Mini Pom, Elite Mini Hip Hop, Monday Showstoppers, Monday Shooting Stars, Elite Senior Pom, Dazzlers, Elite Twinklers and Elite Shooting Stars.

What I'm looking forward to this season: Competition season!

Favorite part of West Fargo JFK: Getting to know all our dancers and watching them improve throughout the season!

Favorite snack combo: Dots pretzels and popcorn.

We love dancing with you Miss Brooke!

Next up, we have Miss Brooke Kraft!🤩

Years with JFK: I danced with WF JFK for 15 years and this will be my 4th year coaching!

What I'm coaching this season: I am head coaching Wednesday Tiny Kix 4's, Petite Pom, Wednesday Showstoppers, and Wednesday Mini Hip Hop. I am assisting Tuesday Tiny Kix 3's, Wee Hip Hop, Mini Lyrical, Twinklers, Thursday Firecrakers, and Junior Pom.

What I'm looking forward to this season: I am looking forward to helping dancers grow in their skills and confidence throughout the season!

Favorite part of West Fargo JFK: The strong sense of community among coaches, parents, and dancers.

Favorite snack combo: bananas and peanut butter

We can't wait to dance with Coach Brooke!

Starting off this week we have Coach Alivia Hodges!☺️

Years with JFK: This will be my third year coaching after 8 years of dancing at WF JFK!

What I'm coaching this season: I will be coaching Twinklers, Firecrackers, Wee Pom, Elite 4-5, Elite 6-7, and Dazzler Technique, Petie Hip Hop, Junior Hip Hop, and Middle Hip Hop!

What I'm looking forward to this season: I am most looking forward to seeing another year of growth in all of our dancers! It is truly so rewarding to see all the positive growth not only as dancers but as people too.

Favorite part of West Fargo JFK: My favorite part of West Fargo JFK is our community. Each family, dancer, and coach is so dedicated to what WF JFK is building and it is an honor to be a part of it. There really is nothing quite like our dance family!

Favorite snack combo: My favorite snack combo is popcorn with mnm's mixed in!

We are looking forward to another season with Miss Alivia! Also feel free to wish her congratulations in the comments as she got married this summer!💍