Rise 21 Dance Company Mission Statement
Our focus at Rise 21 Dance Company is to provide a fun, family oriented, educational, and inclusive environment for students of all ages and abilities wishing to pursue the art of dance.
Serving the area of Port Coquitlam, Coquitlam, Port Moody, Tri-Cities, Anmore
Follow our Journey on Instagram
The New Rhythm of Rise 21 - Meet Our Latest Dance Leaders
Elwin Alpuerto
Elwin Alpuerto is a dancer, choreographer, and instructor with international experience and a unique movement style. He’s trained under top industry pros and has performed on Riverdale, Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies, and The Last of Us. Elwin currently teaches at Harbour Dance Centre and brings his passion and global training to every class.
Sienna Lakovic
Sienna Lakovic is a talented dancer who grew up dancing at Rise 21 and is a graduate of Harbour Dance Centre’s Intensive Training Program. Trained in multiple styles and mentored by top choreographers, she brings both technical excellence, creative energy, and passion to every class she teaches.
Milissa Roessler
Milissa Roessler is a versatile Vancouver-based dancer and devoted teacher with over nine years of experience. She trained at Essence of Dance and taken classes at world-renowned studios like Alvin Ailey and Martha Graham in New York. Her performance credits include the Grey Cup, Paralympic Ceremonies, TV shows like Riverdale, Arrow, and Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist. Milissa brings energy, heart, and inspiration to every class.
Katie Prowse
Katie Prowse is a seasoned dance educator with a PhD in English Literature and Dance Studies, and a graduate of Canada’s National Ballet School’s Teacher Training Program. Katie is passionate about student-centered teaching, combining anatomy-aware technique with artistic expression.