The team behind the dream

A dream that combined two of our owner's passions: dance and children. Hannah Pasquinzo has been teaching Northwest Arkansas' youth for over 25 years, and she couldn't be more proud to be building a legacy that thrives on values like creativity, teamwork, family, and fun! 

The Art of Motion (affectionately known as AOM) began as a dream.

Hannah Pasquinzo
Owner and Director

Hannah was just naive and adventurous enough to think that she could start her own dance studio at the ripe 'ole age of 21. And thank goodness - AOM has been serving Northwest Arkansas for 23 years now! When she's not at the studio, you can find Hannah hanging out with her husband and two children or riding her horses.

Rachel Shock
Studio Manager & Instructor

Rachel is a Forney, Texas native and grew up dancing throughout the DFW area. In high school, she served as captain of her drill team and then went on to perform with the McLennan Community College dance team in Waco. She later relocating to Fayetteville to attend the University of Arkansas to obtain her degree in Journalism. With experience teaching a wide range of ages and styles, Rachel brings energy and passion to every class, though jazz holds a special place in her heart. Her favorite part of teaching at AOM is watching her students grow, both as dancers and as individuals.

Sarah Bouton
Instructor

Sarah grew up in a small town in Illinois where she coached her hometown JH and HS dance teams for 9+ years. While attending college, she worked as a pastry chef which is where she met her now husband. Sarah relocated to Fayetteville, Arkansas while he attended the U of A which led her to AOM to continue her passion for dance. 

When Sarah isn’t at the studio, you can catch her building her choreography business and working with a variety of drill teams, spending time with her sweet golden retriever, Spartan, or at a local thrift store! Sarah is heading into her 3rd season with AOM and always looks forward to the bonds she builds with dancers and staff!

Laine Butterfield
Instructor

Laine grew up in Austin, Texas, where she first discovered her love for dance as a young girl. Over the years, she has trained in a variety of styles, but her favorites have always been jazz and contemporary. Throughout high school, she found a passion for choreography, helping create and teach many of her drill team’s routines. Laine has always loved working with kids and has spent many years nannying and mentoring young dancers. Laine now attends the University of Arkansas, where she is pursuing a degree in Marketing and continues to stay involved in the dance community. She is so excited to be returning for her second year of teaching at The Art of Motion and can’t wait for another amazing season with the best staff and kiddos! 

Alex Cowburn
Instructor

Growing up in England, New Jersey, and Texas, Alex has trained in ballet, pointe, jazz, and lyrical starting at the age of 3. She was captain of her high school dance team and currently works with various drill teams across Houston offering choreography and master classes. She currently lives in Arkansas attending the U of A and studying Special Education! Alex has begun student teaching with Fayetteville Public Schools and is excited to spread inclusivity to the community. Alex’s passion for dance and education lead her to The Art of Motion, and she is so excited to begin her 4th year growing alongside all the dancers and staff!

Sam Festervand
Instructor

Sam grew up as a competitive dancer in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. She trained in all styles of dance, but her favorites are contemporary and hip hop. Sam currently attends the University of Arkansas as a freshman studying communication and sports management. This is her first season with The Art of Motion, and working with kids is one of her passions. She can't wait to get to know all of the AOM students!

Gabby Garcia
Assistant Instructor

Gabby Garcia is a sophomore at the University of Arkansas studying Broadcast Journalism with dreams of becoming a sports broadcaster. Originally from Fort Worth, Texas, Gabby has been dancing since she was seven, from competitive dance and high school drill team to dancing professionally for the Dallas Cowboys for three years. Her passion for dance has taken her to movies, music videos, and backup performances. Gabby loves all things pink, can’t resist a Dr. Pepper with coconut, and has a huge love for football, family, friends and living out her strong faith. 

Hannah Hilsabeck
Instructor

Starting dance at age three, Hannah grew up in the dance studio competing, training, and coaching many different styles. She was on the Joplin High School Pom squad and has been teaching dance for over five years. Dance has been the biggest blessing in her life teaching her resilience, hard-work, determination, dedication, and love for the art. She is passionate not only about dance but about early childhood education, and she loves building relationships with each child. When she’s not at the studio, you can find her hanging out with her fiancé or roommates, at home watching TV, or getting ice cream!

Stacey Lloyd
Curriculum Director, Instructor

Stacey grew up dancing in Austin, TX and then went on to receive a bachelors degree in dance management from Oklahoma City University. While in college Stacey performed with the American Spirit Dance Company and the OKC Arena Football cheerleaders. After college Stacey went on to perform worldwide with Royal Carribean International, locally for The Dance Project in Austin, TX and also danced for various tv and commercial gigs.

Now Stacey is passionate about instilling what she has learned as a professional and an artist in her students. She has over 15 years of teaching experience, this is her second year in Arkansas with The Art of Motion. When Stacey's not dancing, you can find her coaching CrossFit and lifting heavy weights. She loves incorporating fitness and muscle awareness into dance education.

Brynnan Martin
Office Manager

Brynnan is in charge of the front desk here at the Art of Motion! She grew up in Springdale and is currently a student at the U of A attaining her masters in Speech Pathology. Brynnan has the pleasure of overseeing a multitude of tasks from welcoming dancers and families to administrative duties. Brynnan's favorite part about her job is that she gets to build relationships with not only our sweet dancers, but our amazing dance families as well.

Emma McCrory
Instructor

Emma is a sophomore at the University of Arkansas, where she is pursuing a degree in Animal Science. Originally from Cypress, Texas, she spent much of her childhood as a competitive dancer at her local studio along with being a member of her high school dance team. She trained in a wide range of styles and developed a love for tap, which still remains her favorite. 

When she’s not at the studio, you’ll most likely find her spending time with any animals she can find, serving her community through philanthropic work or enjoying the company of her friends and family. Emma is incredibly excited to join The Art of Motion staff this year and is dedicated to inspiring the same passion and joy in her kiddos that her own teachers once sparked in her.

Ashley Mowrey
Instructor, Staff Training

After growing up as a competitive dancer in Dallas, Ashley attended the University of Arkansas and received her B.A. in Psychology. During and after college, Ashley taught at The Art of Motion for ten years from 2008-2018. After seeing a need for dancers to gain skills for confidence, mental strength, and a healthy mindset, Ashley transitioned into Life and Mindset Coaching for dancers. As a Certified Whole Person Coach and Certified Positive Psychology Coach, Ashley works with dancers through 1-1 coaching and group workshops and travels with the dance competition/convention, Embody Dance Conference, where she teaches mindset skills to dancers of all ages. Ashley is ecstatic to be back teaching dance at AOM and training the AOM teachers on teaching methods, mindset, and personal development.

Maddie Oley
Instructor

Maddie has been dancing for almost 20 years, in both studio dance and drill team. She is now a senior at the University of Arkansas, but her dance journey has given her some unforgettable opportunities along the way. Before attending Arkansas, she was a member of the World Famous Kilgore College Rangerettes 83rd line. During her time there she had the honor of performing in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade twice, once alongside Mariah Carey and once as part of the parade’s opening number. She also traveled to Hawaii to perform in the Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade. These experiences further sparked her love for travel, teamwork, and sharing the love of dance with others. Each summer she teaches drill teams and finds joy in helping dancers grow. Maddie is thrilled to join The Art of Motion staff and looks forward to working alongside such an amazing team while inspiring and instilling confidence in her students.

Rachel Riley
Instructor, Office Assistant

Rachel is a sophomore at the University of Arkansas, studying both Advertising/Public Relations and Psychology. She grew up in Little Rock, Arkansas, where she danced at her local studio from the age of two—both recreationally and competitively. Rachel has a passion for many styles of dance, but her favorites are hip hop and jazz. She also discovered a love for choreography while serving as captain of her high school’s spirit team. At AOM, she helps out both in classes and at the front desk, and she’s ecstatic to continue pursuing her passion for dance!

Kelsey Robertson
Instructor

Kelsey grew up dancing in Central Arkansas. She has a love for all styles but is most passionate about hip hop and contemporary. Kelsey spends her days working as a Talent Partner for Canoo, but her favorite job is teaching hip hop at The Art of Motion. She is a resident of Fayetteville where she lives with her husband and three children, and her two golden retrievers. This is Kelsey’s fourth season here at AOM and we could not be more excited to have her and her daughter as part of The Art of Motion family!

Olivia Smith
Instructor

Olivia grew up dancing both recreationally and competitively in Franklin, Tennessee and continued her training when she moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma in high school. Tap has always been her favorite style, and she loves sharing that with her dancers. Olivia is currently pursuing a nursing degree at the University of Arkansas. Her love for dance and her heart for working with kids are what brought her to The Art of Motion! She’s so excited to be part of the AOM family and can’t wait to connect with the amazing dancers and their families! 


What We Believe

We believe that dance education should allow children to discover a love for the art of dance in an environment that cultivates technique, creativity, and spirit!  

So we aim to inspire confidence with every step we teach.

Our diverse group of highly qualified teachers is one of the best in Northwest Arkansas. Our dedication to age appropriate music, costuming and performances guarantee a family friendly environment for all.  

We can't wait for you to join our dance family!

View our schedule and pricing, schedule a free trial class, or get registered now.

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Happy Dancers and Parents

  • Angela Clark

    “We’ve been with Art of Motion for 6 years. My two little girls absolutely adore their dance teachers and look forward to every Wednesday because they get to laugh, dance and be challenged by learning new moves with their dance buddies. As a parent, it is the most rewarding thing to see your kiddos feel so proud and confident because of the encouragement and positive experiences they have through dance.”

  • Chelsey Churchill

    “I am forever grateful for the Art of Motion, and for all the ways the teachers and staff instruct and pour into my daughters. I love to see the happiness they feel walking in the studio door on class day, the confidence they gain after learning something new, and the fun they have showing off their dances at home and at recitals!”

  • Miranda Tims, Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader

    “My time at The Art of Motion helped me make the Fayetteville High School Dance Team, the University of Arkansas Pom Squad, the Texas Legends Dance Team, and finally, the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders. I would have never accomplished these goals of mine if it wasn’t for Hannah and AOM.”

  • Sarah Fortune Gill

    “We absolutely adore The Art of Motion! The welcoming atmosphere and supportive instructors have not only nurtured our daughter's passion for dance but also provided her with a fantastic learning experience that she looks forward to every week. Thanks to the AOM, we've seen remarkable growth in both her skills, confidence, and love of dance.”

  • Savvy Shields, Miss America

    “As a dancer and most importantly as a person, all the instructors there encouraged and challenged me to be the best version of myself possible. It was one of my greatest joys to take all that I learned and take it to the Miss America stage. Thank you AOM for all you have done for me!”