Dance Stop Studios: Our Faculty

Julie MetryJULIE METRY, an alumna of the Dance Stop Company, has danced for 21 years.

She has performed with the North Central Elite Dance Company and the University of Florida Dancin’ Gators. Julie graduated cum laude from the University of Florida and holds a B.A. in Sociology.

She continues her love of dance not only as a teacher, but as a performer as well.

Julie has appeared with the Ray Hall Dancers, a pre-professional tap ensemble at Cobb County’s Christmas show,” Home for the Holidays”, “Breathe” a benefit concert at the Earl Smith Strand Theatre, and “Dance Canvas” a concert to showcase Atlanta’s up and coming choreographers, just to mention a few.

Julie excels at teaching ballet and tap, and currently serves as the coordinator of the student assistant program.

Favorite Pastime:
Spending time with my husband, David and my kitty, Smokey. Performing with Ray Hall & the Ray Hall Dancers. Helping in the nursery at my church.

Favorite Sport:
University of Florida Gators, Atlanta Falcons Football

Favorite Movie:
Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, You’ve Got Mail

Favorite Holiday:
Easter and Christmas

Favorite Quotation:
“Perfect practice makes perfect.” –Terrell Paulk

Favorite Recording Artist:
Selena Gomez

One Person or Mentor who has impacted my life:
Jesus Christ