Our Team / Testimonials

Tina Lindle began teaching young children the Art of Dance while she was in high school at North Scott, and soon after, also developed the NS Silver Shaker Dance Team there.  Now, almost four decades later, TDS has grown into a well-known and established staple of our community.  Housing hundreds of students each year along with a professional faculty, it’s our home away from home for many throughout the entire Quad Cities!
Miss Tina worked diligently and built our program from the ground up while earning her certification to teach through Dance Masters of America.  She went on to teach and choreograph for over 30 years and currently serves on a panel of judges for National Competitions around the country.  Additionally she has been a guest spokesperson for many different organizations and articles locally and nationally.  
Tina was nominated to the North Scott Hall of Excellence, guest of honor with the Iowa Make-A-Wish Foundation and as a HOPE studio for the Dancers Against Cancer Foundation.
She takes the most pride in making an impact on our youth and teaching them to put their heart into everything they do.  Over the years Miss Tina developed the Quad City Dance Network, Sharing the Art Scholarship Foundation, Relevé Youth Ballet Co., and the Austars! program along with Miss Crystal.  
Miss Tina sees something unique in every child and has built our curriculum to give students the stepping stones needed for pursuing college level dance, performing arts, professional careers and the tools needed to become positive leaders!!

Miss Crystal has dedicated over 30 years to teaching and boasts extensive experience in competition and performance. As a young dancer, she toured the East Coast as a "Caravan Kid" with Hoctor’s Dance Caravan and participated in the intensive dance programs at STEPS on Broadway and the Broadway Dance Center in NYC. She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Dance and a Business Entrepreneur Certificate from the University of Iowa. While at the university, Crystal showcased her talent in various performances created by undergraduate and graduate students, as well as faculty members, including the annual Dance Gala.
For more than 20 years, she has taught all forms of dance to various levels. Crystal has worked at multiple dance schools throughout Iowa, including the University of Iowa Dance Forum. She is also a certified STOTT Pilates instructor, teaching both mat and reformer Pilates. Beyond her teaching, she has choreographed for local dance teams, county pageants, and community theaters, receiving national recognition for her innovative choreography and teaching abilities, including several top choreography awards.
This marks Crystal's 19th season at TDS, where she proudly directs and oversees the entire program! Outside the studio, she and her husband established a local nonprofit organization called Batting For Kids, which is dedicated to supporting children and families in Davenport. She enjoys exploring new places with her family and cheering on her two children in all their endeavors.

With a passion for dance that started at just three years old, Savannah has dedicated her life to the art of movement. She  spent four years dancing at Iowa State University, where she contributed to multiple state titles and a national championship. Her passion for dance extends beyond performance—teaching at TDS for the past four years, they love building strong relationships with students and their families each season.
One of Savannah's favorite moments each year is watching the students perform at recital  and seeing the excitement on every dancer’s face. Creating a positive, inspiring environment where students can grow, connect, and share in the joy of dance is at the heart of their teaching philosophy.
The best part of being at TDS is that everyone is made to feel special—whether you're a student, a parent, or an instructor, you are always welcomed with open arms.

Chloe is a graduate of North Scott High School and has over 17 years of dance & tumbling experience. She was a member of the Diva & Dream Dance Co. as well as choir and Lancer Productions where she played multiple lead roles. Miss Chloe has built experience as an assistant teacher as well as choreographer with multiple age and skill levels in our program. She attends the University of Iowa with a Major in Theater and Minor in Dance. She is very pleased to be able to stay connected with all of us at her “home away from home” at TDS!

Allie Cahill, Dance Instructor

Allie is a graduate of the University of Iowa with a degree in Education. She is TDS alumni and trained with us for 16 years and also served as an active student helper for many years! She was a 4 year member of the NS Silver Shaker Dance Team where she was co-captain her senior year. She was also a member of the Diva Dance Co. and won numerous top score awards. This is her 7th year on

Dancing since the age of two, Marin has spent the last 15 years immersed in the world of dance. A three-time state champion and three-time state soloist, she brings both competitive experience and a deep passion for teaching. With five years of assisting and subbing under their belt—and now in their second year as an instructor—Marin loves helping dancers grow in both skill and confidence.
One of her proudest moments as a teacher was watching her class earn the “Most Improved” award last year, a testament to their dedication to student progress. 
For Marin, the best part of being at TDS is the family-like bond shared between dancers and staff, making every rehearsal and performance feel like home.

We believe in every child.

TDS Family is one of a kind...

Your child will feel like they are part of one big dance & tumbling family.

More than just a team.