Serving East Texas communities since 1995, we offer a variety of activities to provide your child with choices they are sure to love.
Koni Riley
Owner, Director, Teacher, Choreograher
Classes: Mommy & Me, Mini Movement, Lil' Rhythm Director
I opened Dance Dimensions in June of 1995 after graduating from Stephen F. Austin State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education, a specialization in Mathematics and a minor in Dance. I danced on the Pom Squad at SFA, was the captain one year and a collegiate All-American one year. I danced for the Dallas Sidekicks for two years and the Dallas Mavericks for one year. I have always enjoyed teaching children, especially girls. That became a more intense passion when God blessed me with triplet daughters! I love teaching dance because of the kids. They’re so much fun, and you never know what they’re going to say. I also enjoy getting to know the families of the dancers as well. I love music and with dance I get to interpret my version of what rhythms I hear in the music.
Cassie Chaffin
Teacher, Choreographer
Classes: Tap & Ballet 1 & 2
I’ve taken dance at Dance Dimensions since I was 5 years old, and got the opportunity to start to assisting dance classes at the age of 15. I was a part of the ballet program at TJC and performed in The Nutcracker. I am married to my high school sweetheart and have two sons, Graham and Callaway. I am an RN nurse and work full time at UT Health Hospital in Tyler on the neurology floor. Being a nurse and a dance instructor are my passion and I love that I get to do both!
Dallas Tobias
Director, Teacher, Choreographer
Classes: Ballet 3/4, Hip Hop 3/4 Technique 3/4, Contemporary 4, Jazz 4, Lil' Rhythm Assistant Director, Rhythm Express Director, Rhythm Elite director, Competition Team Coordinator
My name is Dallas Tobias, and my dance journey began right here at Dance Dimensions! I spent 12 years training and competing at DD and became a DD4Life before continuing my dance career at McLennan Community College and Texas Woman’s University. I was a member of the MCC Dance Company, earning a Collegiate National Championship title, and a three-year member of the Pioneer Pride Dance Team, where I served as Dance Captain for two years and was chosen as an NDA Collegiate All-American. I spent five years with the National Dance Alliance, traveling across the country teaching, judging, and working dance events. As a choreographer, I have had the opportunity to work with studios and school dance teams across multiple states. I am now thrilled to be back at Dance Dimensions. Dance has shaped so much of who I am, and I am passionate about pouring back into the studio that sparked my love for dance and helping young dancers discover that same passion. Outside of dance, I am married to my sweetheart, Jacob, and we welcomed our baby boy, Archer, in June 2026!
K’leigh Erickson
Director, Teacher, Choreographer
Classes: Pom 2, Strictly Rhythm Director
My dance career started in 2001 at Dance Dimensions, where I danced for 11 years on all the Rhythm teams and became a DD4Life! I began assistant teaching when I was 16, and in all I have taught at Dance Dimensions for 6 years including 2 years as the assistant director of Lil’ Rhythm. In college, I danced as a TVCC Cardette. After an injury, I transferred to TJC where I received my degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant. I now work full time as the Care Transition Coordinator for Christus HomeCare. I married my college sweetheart, Wyatt, in 2017. Fun fact: we got engaged during All-Team practice at Dance Dimensions! We have two beautiful girls, Rynleigh and Vallie. I am beyond excited to return to my home studio as the Strictly Rhythm director and I cannot wait to watch these dancers learn and grow!
Danielle Oliver
Teacher, Choreographer
Classes: Mini Movement, Hip Hop 1 and Hip Hop 2
My dance journey began right here at Dance Dimensions in 1995, the year the studio first opened its doors. I danced through my senior year as a member of Strictly Rhythm, Rhythm Express, and Rhythm Elite, and proudly helped bring home Dance Dimensions’ first National Championship! I began teaching in 2004 as a Pre-K assistant and later became the Lil’ Rhythm Director. After graduation, I spent 14 years with NDA, working dance camps and eventually transitioned to NDA administrative work. My husband's name is Jared and we have five girls, three of whom dance right here at Dance Dimensions and are on the Rhythm Teams. When I’m not working as a home health nurse, you’ll can find me coaching travel softball, designing and crafting, or spending time with my family. I’m so excited to be back home where my love of dance began. I guess you could say life choreographed me right back to where I belong!
Rhodessa Bell
Choreographer
- Dance at Dance Dimensions for 4 years
- DD4Life
- Dance/Kinesiology degree from Stephen F. Austin State University
- 4 years SFA Pom Squad member, SFA repertory company
- Professionally taught throughout the United States, Brazil, Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Muscle Memory Dance Theatre Company Member in Dallas
- Judges contest events and teaches for MA Dance and Marching Auxiliaries
- Founding Head Coach and Director of competitive dance at the University of North Texas @ Dallas
Jordan Wishart
Choreographer
- Danced at Dance Dimensions for 10 years
- DD4Life
- Two Year Member of the McLennan Community College Dance Team
- Two Year Member of the Louisiana Tech Regal Blues
- Judges Contest events and teaches/choreographs for MA dance and Auxiliaries
- Choreographs for high schools and studios in the Dallas, Houston and East Texas areas
- Instructor and Administrative Director at Dance Connections in Magnolia, Tx
Latrena Ramirez
Office Staff
Both of my daughters have danced at DD for years! My oldest, Brittney, went on to be an Apache Belle and later a Captain at Tyler Junior College. My youngest, Cassie, is currently a dance teacher at DD. I also have 3 beautiful grandchildren. I've worked at Dance Dimensions since 2003.
Tammy Harvey
Office Staff
I have been involved with Dance Dimensions in some way since 2000 and now work in the studio office. I have two daughters, Samantha and Jessica and I am Nene to Jordyn, Jhett, June and Emmy. My daughter Samantha danced at Dance Dimensions for 7 years and is a DD4L and she and Jessica both danced on Rhythm Express and Rhythm Elite. My granddaughter Jordyn started on LR and has worked her way to Elite following in her mother and aunts’ footsteps and Emmy has already started Mommy & Me. In addition to working at Dance Dimensions I also co-own MarSyl in downtown Mineola. Family has always has been a top priority of mine and we all share a love of dance and Dance Dimensions!
We’re dedicated to offering the best in children's activities and more to our community. Here’s what some of you are saying:
"I just want to say thank you. My daughter has learned so much at DD. She has learned about hard work, commitment, teamwork, discipline, family, redemption and success. Thank you for providing a place in the community that provides all of those experiences for all these young ladies.
I'm genuinely grateful for you, your business and your staff! "
-Greg K.
"You’re so kind and joyful with the girls. We love Dance Dimensions so much and I think its worth continuing to make the hour long drive back to Mineola every week to keep my girls dancing at DD"
-Abby P.
“Your staff is truly a gift to all these young girls and boys and their families.Please know how much you do influence them.”
—Michelle C.
“Best of the best studios out there! This place fills every girl’s and boy’s dream when walking in!”
—Skyelar R.
“My daughter danced with DD for 14 years and it had a very positive impact on her life. She was taught responsibility, accountability and how to function in a team atmosphere. She made so many life-time friends at Dance Dimensions.”
—Cindi C.
“We have been so pleased! My girls love dance dimensions and so do we! ❤ Staff is wonderful.”
—Carrie F.
“Dance Dimensions is the best of the best! We LOVE it!”
—Mitzi J.
“Very open & parent or visitor-friendly. The staff is very patient with the younger students!”
—Marci M.
“They're great! Definitely a group that knows their stuff!”
—Joseph P.
“I totally recommend this!!! I went here for 4 years!”
—Brooke B.