Renee Rogers has had the pleasure of having the art of dance a part of her life for as long as she can remember. Enrolled in classes at a young age, Renee found her way to KDGC in need of a stronger foundation in Ballet technique. Here she fell in love with the studio, dancers, staff, and of course, Kathi – which truly became her second home and family. 

Renee started her dance career at an early age touring the USA performing and teaching for Tremaine Dance, LA Underground and West Coast Dance Explosion. These experiences connected her to industrial, commercial, and video performances and most importantly, fueled her passion for teaching and choreography. 

Upon return to the region, Renee spent several years as the resident choreographer for Easy Street Productions and has over the years worked with a multi-talented team of musicians, performers, and technical crew members on dozens of full scale theatrical productions including Will Rogers’ Follies, Hello Dolly, High School Musical, Music Man, and original productions to name a few. 

Renee’s passion for dance and movement led her to continue her education in the area of exercise physiology and health and wellness promotion, and she now has her PhD and is a professor at the University of Pittsburgh where she conducts research, teaches, and is the Health and Wellness Director for the Healthy Lifestyle Institute. 

She is considered an authority in the areas of physical activity engagement and lifestyle obesity treatment, and was recently featured as an expert for Good Housekeeping magazine. Despite her busy schedule, Renee values the time that she gets to spend at KDGC choreographing and teaching – and especially loves interacting and watching the dancers grow into young passionate adults and performers.