About

Our Philosophy

To provide a safe and creative environment for our students where they can grow in their technique and achieve greater levels of self confidence.  It is our intention to operate in an ecologically friendly manner while cultivating the spirit and developing the self-awareness and creative expression of our students.

Our Instructors

CeCe Yazadchiev - CO -Owner of Starlight Dance Academy, LLC, Cece was born and raised in the Ojai Valley.  At the age of 19, Cece won a years scholarship a to the acclaimed  Tremaine Dance Center in North Hollywood.  After studying for 2 years with top professional instructors, Cece began her professional career .  Her resume highlights cruise ships, back -up dancer for top recording artists, WWF, and On Broadway performances in New York.  Cece has been teaching dance in the Ojai Valley for the past 5 years and is excited to share her love of dance with the Community of Ojai.  CeCe is also Zumba® certified. 

Stephanie Hull – Co -Owner of Starlight Dance Academy, LLC.  Stephanie came to love dance while dancing at her mothers’ studio, The Dancers’ Studio in Ojai.  She spent her early years as an assistant to her mother and found her passion for dance was one that she wanted to share with others. In college, Stephanie explored the world of contemporary and modern dance performing with groups in her area.  She graduated with a B.A. in Comparative Literature and sought out the publishing world.   After the birth of her daughter and yearning to return to dance and movement, Stephanie focused on yoga and pilates to regain her strength and physical capabilities.  In 2006, she became certified in Method Pilates and Itsy Bitsy yoga.  She  is excited to be opening a dance school in Ojai and believes her mother is smiling down on her with pride and joy.   

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