Welcome to the team. All are welcome here!
Get to know us!
Watertown Studio of Movement is a small non-competitive boutique dance studio / fitness center in Watertown, MN.
Our dance classes are geared for kids aged 2-13 years old and focus on character first, dance skills second. We believe all are created equally and will choose to love first, speak kindly of others, and serve our community.
Our studio offers a variety of dance styles including tap, jazz, ballet, and lyrical. We also offer specialty options such as worship classes open to all ages.
We frequently partner with different fitness professionals to offer fitness classes and help our community feel their best!
Meet the Team
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The LeMay's
FOUNDERS/OWNERS
Chris and Amanda LeMay founded WSM in 2022 to bring the joy of dance to the Watertown community. Amanda grew up dancing at a small studio and with her high school dance team. She has always loved the JOY dance brings and is passionate about making the world a kinder place. Outside of the studio, Chris and Amanda enjoy spending time with their kids and dog!
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Nicole Kochar
STUDIO AND PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Nicole has been a studio director, instructor, and choreographer for the past 26 years. She has worked with kids of all ages and has a passion for teaching dance. Outside of the studio, Nicole enjoys spending time with her husband and two amazing kids!
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Solveig Lund
LEAD DANCE TEACHER
Miss Solveig has been involved in dance since the age of four, traveling throughout the country for training and competitions in numerous styles. Competitively, as both a solo and trio member, she holds titles as a national dance champion. She now puts her passion for dance towards teaching, coaching, and performing. Outside of the studio, Solveig loves spending time with her husband and their baby girl!
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Erica Bakke
DANCE TEACHER
Erica has been involved in studio dance since she was 5 years old, and now fosters her love of dance by teaching recreational dance classes in various styles. Her passion is working with children, which is why she is majoring in Elementary Education at Crown College. As a dance instructor, Erica hopes to inspire dancers to dream big, use their imagination, and achieve extraordinary things!
