Meet the 8 Count Academy Team

The passionate educators, performers, and mentors who inspire confidence, creativity, and excellence—one 8-count at a time.

Arianna Gillison

Arianna Gillison is a versatile dancer, choreographer, and creative director whose style blends precision, musicality, and high-energy performance. Trained in hip-hop, majorette, jazz funk and more. She embodies versatility while maintaining a sharp, intentional movement quality that stands out on any floor. As Captain of the Morganettes Dance Team at Morgan State University, Arianna is known for her unmatched work ethic, discipline, and ability to lead by example. Her leadership is defined by clean execution, consistency, and a commitment to pushing dancers to reach their fullest potential. On campus, she is recognized for her intensity, dedication, and the high standards she brings to every rehearsal and performance. She is also the founder of Release the Beast Dance & Fitness, a platform dedicated to developing dancers through training, empowerment, and confidence-building.
Arianna continues to build her artistry and professional footprint, establishing herself as a powerhouse performer with a bold presence and a clear vision.

Chèlon Myles

Chèlon Myles is a dedicated dance instructor with over 20 years of dance experience and more than 8 years of teaching children ages 2–16. Trained in hip hop, tap, jazz, ballet, and African dance, Chèlon brings a well-rounded and culturally rich approach to movement and instruction. With extensive experience teaching tap, jazz, hip hop, African dance, and ballet, she is passionate about building strong foundations while nurturing creativity, confidence, and self-expression. Her background in education allows her to create structured yet joyful classes that meet dancers where they are developmentally and artistically. Chèlon believes dance is more than technique; it’s a tool for empowerment, discipline, and self-discovery. Her goal is to foster a supportive and inclusive environment where every child feels seen, encouraged, and excited to grow both as a dancer and as an individual.

More than instructors. We are
role models, motivators, and leaders—committed to building confident, disciplined, and fearless performers through the power of dance.

Passion for the Arts

We lead with heart. Every class, rehearsal, and performance is fueled by a genuine love for dance and a commitment to artistic excellence

Confidence Through Community

We create a safe, inclusive, and uplifting environment where every dancer feels seen, supported, and empowered to shine.

Excellence in Education

From technique to performance, we provide high-quality training that builds discipline, professionalism, and lifelong skills on and off the floor.