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About Chelsea
Chelsea is a certified TCRG who has been teaching Irish dance since 2006 — nearly two decades of experience guiding dancers of all ages and levels, from beginners taking their first steps to those competing on the World Championship stage.
Her philosophy is simple: have fun, work hard, and grow as both a dancer and a person. Chelsea believes that great teaching balances joy with discipline, fostering respect, responsibility, and resilience. Her classes focus on emotional and mental support as much as physical skill, breaking down technique in multiple ways so every dancer can truly understand and apply corrections.
She also emphasizes dancer wellness — teaching proper body care, recovery, and mindset — to help her students perform at their best and handle challenges with confidence. Chelsea’s approach is about developing not only excellent dancers, but strong, self-aware individuals.
Past Achievements
Chelsea’s competitive Irish dance accomplishments include:
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Mid America Champion
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Multiple-Time World Medalist
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Top 5 in North America
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Multiple-Time World Qualifier
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Multiple-Time Team Medalist at Regionals, Nationals, and Worlds
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Performed locally, nationally, and internationally
Bellator (bellātor)
noun. 1. Warrior, fighter (Latin).
Our Purpose
The goal of Bellator Academy of Irish Dance is to provide world-class instruction while cultivating a love for Irish dance and culture. Bellator Academy provides a place for dancers to learn, have fun, and create bonds that will last a lifetime. It also provides an opportunity for dancers to grow mentally, emotionally and physically. Bellator means Warrior. It is our name and our focus.
Warriors are not born, they are made.
They create themselves through trial and error
and the ability to conquer their own faults and fears.
Encourage
One Another
In everything we do at Bellator, we support each other. Through practices and competition, through failure and success, these bonds show us that we’re not alone as we continue learning to grow and improve.