Nikki Cendreda

Born in Santa Clara, CA, Nikki began her dance education at Sheri’s Born to Dance in San Jose, CA at the age of 6. She studied Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Gymnastics, and was also a part of the Competition Team. After 6 years, Nikki continued her training at Yoko’s Dance in Fremont, CA. She attended Archbishop Mitty High School in San Jose and was Captain of their Competitive Dance Team, allowing her to travel and perform all over the Bay Area. Nikki obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Saint Mary’s College of California, and was also a member of the Saint Mary’s Dance Team. She has appeared on ESPN, was an extra in a 2006 Coca Cola commercial, and given the opportunity to perform at the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood, CA. Along with a passion for dance, she has a love for travelling. Nikki spent a semester studying abroad in Rome, Italy followed by a one year work abroad program in Australia. She is thrilled to be able to share her love for dance and hopes her experience and training will inspire others to follow their dreams.