Our Staff
Kristy Willett
Owner of North Studio
Kristy has been dancing and singing since she could walk and talk. music and performance is her passion! She is also a singer/songwriter and the lead female vocalist for the Austin rock band "Ninety Degree Turn". Her dance training has continued both in classes and at conventions and has 30+ years experience as an instructor and is a member of the Texas Association Teachers of Dance. Kristy is the proud mother of Derek, Dillon, Payton, Jaycie and stepmother to Adeline Bergdorf.
Jaycie Litteral
Ms. Jaycie has been dancing and singing since age 2. She began assisting classes at a young age and grew up dancing at JWSD and Body Talk dance Company. Jaycie is the daughter Kristy Willett and the granddaughter of Joyce Willett and is a beautiful dancer and performer and adores working with kids! Jaycie is also a singer/songwriter and is the female vocalist for the original Austin band "Tomi Balmy."
Anisha Causey
Anisha has been dancing with JWSD for the past 30 years. She was an eight year member of the Body Talk Dance Company and has received many awards for her choreography. Ms. Anisha was raised in a large family with an in home daycare and carries with her a love and understanding of children that she has gained through life experience. She trained with the renowned staff at the Los Angeles Dance Foundation for three summers and attends conventions throughout the year to further her training. She is a member of the Texas Association Teachers of Dance and is the proud mother of Daria Cappachino.
Mara Tyrone
Mara trained with Body Talk Dance Company right here at JWSD. She attended numerous workshops in L.A at “The Edge”, and “STEPS” dance studio in New York. Ms. Mara is an accomplished dancer and can teach all styles of dance. She loves children and her love and patience shine through in her classes and interaction with the children. She is one of the most beloved staff members at JWSD!
Payton Litteral
Payton has been dancing since he was two. He is crazy about Hip-Hop and teaches with energy and enthusiasm. He is the son of Kristy Willett and the grandson of Joyce Willett.