The Studio
Glittering Stars Dance & Tumbling opened its doors in May 2022, proudly continuing the tradition of excellence established by Taylor's Dance & Tumbling Studio. We offer a wide variety of dance and tumbling classes designed to meet the needs of students of all ages, experience levels, and interests.
At Glittering Stars, our goal is to provide a positive, encouraging environment where every child feels welcome, valued, and supported. We are not a competition studio. Instead, we focus on helping students build confidence, develop strong skills, make lasting friendships, and most importantly—have fun! Whether a student is taking their very first class or has years of experience, we strive to create an atmosphere where they can learn, grow, and shine at their own pace.
Our classes and workshops are taught by passionate, experienced instructors who are dedicated to helping each student reach their full potential while fostering a love for dance and movement.
At Glittering Stars Dance & Tumbling, we believe every child deserves a place to belong, a chance to succeed, and an opportunity to sparkle. We reach for the stars and leave our glitter on the world.
Meet Our Team!
At Glittering Stars Dance & Tumbling, our instructors are experienced professionals who share a genuine passion for dance, tumbling, and helping students succeed. Each member of our staff is dedicated to creating a positive, encouraging, and supportive environment where every student feels valued, respected, and inspired to reach their full potential.
Our teachers bring energy, expertise, and enthusiasm to every class, focusing not only on developing strong technical skills but also on building confidence, character, and a lifelong love of learning.
We are also proud to have an incredible team of student demonstrators and adult assistants who help make our classes engaging, fun, and successful. Together, our staff is committed to uplifting every dancer and tumbler while helping them shine both inside and outside the studio.
Jessie Homer – Owner & Director
Jessie Homer is the Owner and Director of Glittering Stars Dance & Tumbling and has dedicated more than 25 years to the art of dance. Her lifelong passion for dance began at a young age as a member of Toledo's renowned dance troupe, The O'Connell Hot Shots, where she received extensive training and performance opportunities that helped shape her love for the performing arts.
Throughout her dance career, Jessie has had the privilege of studying under many nationally recognized performers and choreographers, including members of STOMP, Debbie Allen, and numerous other professional dancers. These experiences provided her with a diverse foundation in dance education, performance, and choreography that she continues to share with her students today.
Before opening Glittering Stars Dance & Tumbling, Jessie spent several years as an Assistant Dance Director while studying under Rebecca Taylor at Taylor's Tae Kwon Do, Tumbling & Dance. This mentorship helped strengthen her teaching philosophy and commitment to providing high-quality dance and tumbling instruction in a positive, family-centered environment.
As the visionary behind GSDC, Jessie is passionate about creating a studio where students can build confidence, develop strong technical skills, and discover a lifelong love of dance and tumbling. She believes every child deserves the opportunity to shine, grow, and be celebrated for their unique talents both inside and outside the studio.
When she isn't at the studio, Jessie enjoys spending time with her husband, Brian, and their two sons, Gavin and Braxton. Together, they share a love for family, community, and supporting the next generation of dancers and athletes.
"At Glittering Stars, our goal is not only to teach dance and tumbling—
we strive to inspire confidence, encourage creativity, and help every student reach for the stars."
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Phil Sanderson –
Tumbling Instructor
Phil Sanderson brings more than two decades of cheerleading, tumbling, and coaching experience to Glittering Stars Dance & Tumbling. He cheered for Bowling Green State University for four years and spent 10 years teaching UCA summer cheer camps and working at national cheerleading competitions.
Since 2001, Phil has been actively involved in the cheer and tumbling industry, helping athletes of all ages develop strong fundamentals, advanced tumbling skills, and confidence. Throughout his career, he has worked with numerous high school and all-star cheer programs, providing instruction in both tumbling and stunting.
Phil's passion for athlete development, combined with his extensive experience, makes him a valuable member of our coaching staff. He is dedicated to helping every student reach their goals in a safe, positive, and encouraging environment.
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Olivia Dawkins –
Dance & Tumbling Instructor
Olivia Dawkins is a Dance and Tumbling Instructor at Glittering Stars Dance & Tumbling who has been passionate about dance and movement for most of her life. She began her training at Taylor's Tumbling & Dance, where she studied tumbling, ballet, tap, jazz, and hip hop. In addition to her dance training, Olivia also competed in cheerleading, further developing her athletic and performance skills.
Olivia continued her dance journey with Glittering Stars Dance & Tumbling and has been sharing her knowledge and enthusiasm with students as an instructor for several years. Her well-rounded background in both dance and tumbling allows her to create engaging classes that help students build technique, confidence, and a love for performing.
Olivia is dedicated to fostering a positive learning environment where every student feels encouraged to grow, achieve their goals, and have fun along the way.
