The Faces Behind NDA

The Faces Behind NDA

Here at NDA, we are a group of people who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of the next generation. From our instructional staff to our corporate employees, our purpose is to make a positive impact on cheerleaders across the nation by building them to become stronger leaders, athletes and people. Many of us were once in your shoes, as a coach or a camper at NDA Summer Camp.

Staff Spotlight

Hailey Nichols

Instructor - Kentucky

Hailey Nichols

Instructor - Kentucky

Hometown: Wentzville, Missouri

Years on NDA Staff: 5

Education: University of Kentucky

Dance Experience:
- High School Varsity dance team (4 years)
- Studio dance (19 years)
- University of Louisville Dance Team (2 years)
- University of Kentucky Dance Team (2 years)

Why do you love working for NDA?
I love working for NDA because the purpose behind this company is more than teaching dance. Being on NDA Staff has instilled so many life lessons I would not have otherwise acquired. The people I work with challenge me every day to be a better dancer, human, and instructor. I have formed the best friendships through NDA and have had the best memories at camps during the summer. I also love working for NDA because I get to work with some of the most talented dancers in the country!

Outside of NDA:
Outside of NDA, I love to work out and go shopping. I love my alone time and working out and shopping are my favorite forms of self-care. I spend a lot of time dancing and cheering on the Wildcats with my teammates at basketball or football games. I enjoy finding fun new restaurants around town, but my favorite place will always be Chick-fil-A. I am also a coach at F45 and I do choreography for NDA.

Savannah Prejean

Head Instructor - California

Savannah Prejean

Head Instructor - California

Hometown: Folsom, California

Years on NDA Staff: 6

Education:
- Folsom Lake College
- University of California, Davis

Dance Experience:
- Vista del Lago High School Dance Team, 4 Years, Jr & Head Captain
- Assistant Coach, Vista del Lago High School Dance Team, 3 Years
- Dance & Dance Fitness Instructor, Ignite Dance Academy
- UC Davis Dance Team

Why do you love working for NDA?
There isn't the right amount of words to express my love and gratitude for this company! Being on NDA Staff is truly kismet. This “summer job” has granted me so many once-in-a-lifetime experiences and friendships I will cherish forever. To get the opportunity to inspire and teach today’s youth is beyond rewarding. My campers remind me WHY I love what I do!

Outside of NDA?
Outside of NDA, I attend UC Davis, to get my B.A. in Psychology. When I am not at school, you can find me teaching at a local dance studio, working at California Northstate University’s Med School or volunteering in Mercy Hospital’s pet therapy program. Hobbies of mine include traveling, exploring coffee shops & spending time with my friends and family (especially with my dog, Max).