About Us
An Amazing Experience, In Just a Few Steps!
Located in Agoura Hills, Dance Masters Performing Arts is a boutique studio offering thoughtfully curated dance programs for individuals, couples, and families.​
Our professional instructors focus on high-quality instruction and personalized attention, creating a supportive environment where beginners feel comfortable and experienced students stay challenged.​
From wedding dance coaching and social dance classes to private dance lessons in Ballroom, Latin, Smooth, and Social dance styles, every experience is designed to inspire creativity, confidence, and well-being.
Meet the Team
Owner, Studio Manager
Ashlieya Hanelin (Mariano)
Ashlieya is the Owner and Studio Manager of Dance Masters Performing Arts, which she has led since 2017 as a professional actor, dancer, and creative committed to building a better world. A meditation facilitator, hypnotherapy practitioner, and creative guide, she helps individuals access clarity, emotional regulation, and embodied presence through accessible, science-informed practices. Originally from Minnesota and now loving sunny Southern California, she also thrives as an actress, mind coach, dance instructor, performer, partner, and devoted dog mom.
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Studio Manager, Artistic Director, Dance Instructor
Neff Fisher
Neff Fisher, Instructor and Studio Manager, brings over 30 years of dance experience to the studio. A winner and finalist in national and international ballroom competitions, Neff combines high-level artistry with a deep love of teaching. For 12 years, Neff served as a director for a large dance studio chain, training instructors and developing curricula for both students and teachers. Neff also works as music director for many national and international DanceSport and ballroom events, creating unforgettable dance experiences.
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Dance and Wellness Instructor
Jackie Dennis
Jackie, originally from Chicago and now based in Los Angeles, began her formal dance training in Chicago before continuing her studies at the North Carolina School of the Arts and Point Park University, where she earned her BFA in Dance. She has performed and taught internationally across the U.S., Israel, Morocco, and Sri Lanka, and spent several years in New York City working in contemporary dance and physical theatre. Jackie is passionate about cultivating strong technique, artistry, and embodied expression in her students.
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Dance FAQs
HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO LEARN?
It depends.
We work to have all our students out on the dance floor and dancing as soon as possible.
Some students have had prior dance training and learn faster than others,
some students have more time to practice than others; everyone is unique and learns at different speeds.
If you need to learn immediately, we can create a plan to help you reach this goal.
DO I NEED A PARTNER?
No.
We welcome individuals, couples, and groups to our classes, lessons, and special events.
DO I NEED SPECIAL SHOES?
No.
You can come to class wearing comfortable shoes that allow you to move and glide around the dance floor, (sneakers and rubber soled shoes generally do not allow this).
Ballroom dance shoes are a personal choice and a wonderful one for comfort, balance and the ability to move easily around the dance floor.
We offer a selection of ballroom dance shoes and will help fit you properly if you are interested. Ask for details.
