Kristi Smith

Jazz, Turns, Mini Elite Team Director

Kristi's journey in dance began at TDSF in 1983, where her passion quickly evolved into a teaching role by 1989. Currently, she leads as the Head of the Mini Elite Program and the Turns Department, bringing her expertise and dedication to the forefront of the studio. Her extensive performance repertoire includes standout roles in acclaimed productions at Roger Rockas Theatre, such as West Side StoryForty-Second StreetThe Prime of Miss Jean Brodie, and Pirates of Penzance. Kristi was also a member of the California Raisin Bowl dance team, performing across the state of California for three years. In addition to her artistic achievements, Kristi is a proud graduate of California State University, Fresno, holding a teaching credential, and has been inspiring young minds as an elementary school teacher since 1996.


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