Alissa has been dancing in the Burien and Seattle area since the age of three. She graduated from the University of Washington with a minor in dance and an accounting major. 

In 2008, Alissa completed a Masters in Teaching program at Seattle Pacific University with an endorsement in Elementary Education. She currently is a substitute teacher for the Highline and Seattle School Districts. 

Alissa has been teaching at Momentum since 2004. She enjoys being a part of the local community while sharing her love of dance with children and adults of all ages. She teaches all levels of ballet and tap as well as lower level classes.