MILE HIGH DANCE CENTER

About

Mile High Dance Center is a premier dance studio in Centennial, Colorado dedicated to developing confident, technically strong dancers through expert instruction and positive mentorship. Our training philosophy is rooted in classical ballet technique, which provides the strength, alignment, and control necessary for success in all styles of dance. Through structured technique classes and performance opportunities, dancers build discipline, artistry, and resilience both in and out of the studio.

We offer programs for recreational dancers as well as competitive team members seeking high-level training and performance experience. Our competitive program emphasizes technique, teamwork, and performance quality, preparing dancers for competitions, high school dance teams, and advanced opportunities in the performing arts.

At Mile High Dance Center, we believe dance should challenge, inspire, and empower. Our supportive studio culture ensures dancers feel encouraged while striving for excellence.

We have open enrollment all year long, so stop by anytime to have your child try their first class for free!

Join our family today!

Lauren (Giangregorio) Stengel

Owner & Artistic Director

Originally from Los Angeles County, California, Lauren began her dance training in tap, jazz, lyrical, and ballet and quickly developed a passion for performance and technical excellence. At age 16, she earned a silver medal for her solo at the IDO World Tap Dance Championships in Riesa, Germany. Her ballet training was primarily under Lisa Cuizon in the Balanchine technique.

Lauren’s professional background spans performance, coaching, choreography, and dance education. She performed as an NFL Denver Broncos Cheerleader for three seasons and later worked with the Denver Broncos organization as Cheerleaders Program Manager, overseeing more than 600 Junior Cheerleaders while supporting game day entertainment and community events. She also served as team captain of the University of Colorado CU Express Dance Team, where she danced for three years, and coached the Division I Santa Clara University Cheer and Dance Teams. Lauren has worked as a Universal Dance Association (UDA) staff instructor and assistant coached at Cherry Creek High School.

Lauren holds dual degrees from the University of Colorado: a Bachelor of Arts in Dance and a Bachelor of Science in Advertising from the School of Journalism.

She is the owner and director of Mile High Dance Center, which she has led for over a decade. Under her leadership, the studio has grown into a respected training environment known for strong technique, competitive excellence, and a positive, confidence-building culture. Lauren is passionate about developing dancers not only as performers, but as confident, disciplined, and resilient individuals.

Kristin Bahn

Dance Instructor & Office Assistant & Team Coach

Rylee Martinez

Dance Instructor & Team Coach

Jordan Henry

Dance Instructor & Director of Ballet Showcase

Anastasiya Buechele

(née Baranova)

Dance Instructor

Sarah Castro

Dance Instructor & Team Coach

Montana O’Brien

Dance Instructor

Laura Fishlock

Acro Instructor

Alex Limberis

Dance Instructor & Team Coach

Amanda Sainz

Dance Instructor

Miss Barb

Office Manager

Miss Angela

Thursday & Friday Morning Instructor

Miss Hailey Jo

Wednesday Pom Instructor

Miss Lauren M.

Wednesday and Saturday Instructor

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ADDRESS

99 Inverness Dr E #250a, Englewood, CO 80112

Mon – Wed : 8:00am – 06:00pm

Thu – Sat : 10:00am – 8:00pm

Sunday : Closed

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