Meet the Instructors of SALT Academy
The directors and instructors at SALT Academy are gifted with a love for students and passion to see them reach their full potential in every area of life. This passion is evident in not only their teaching styles but also in their personal interaction with each student. They have over 20 years combined experience with varying talents to offer and is their desire to see you or your child grow, develop, succeed.
As our classes fill and more are added we will be searching for qualified instructors to join us. We welcome you to contact us with any recommendations.

Last Updated on Thursday, 09 October 2008 11:35
 
Regina Badger
SALT Director/Voice Instructor

Regina BadgerRegina studied with professors from UCLA, sat under the direction of the President of the California Music Association and studied privately in voice, music and performing arts.  She held many leading roles during her education and performing career which lead her to opportunities directing chorale and performing groups in California and Oregon.  She has been an educator in private schools in the area of voice, piano and drama throughout her career.  Regina founded SALT to begin giving back to the youth of our community, a sense of purpose and belonging through creative individual and team expression

Last Updated on Thursday, 11 December 2008 13:43
 
Harvest Moormann
SALT Director/Dance Instructor

Harvest MoormannHarvest began her journey of dance at the age of 7 when she trained in both ballet and rhythmic gymnastics. She went on to compete nationally winning multiple awards and placing high in rankings and ultimately leading her to the Olympics training camp at age 13. Her teaching experience includes American Elite Gymnastics Academy, Gym Kids Gymnastics Academy, Mt. Hood Ballet Academy, Master's School of Arts, and Phonics Factory. She currently teaches ballet, lyrical/jazz, and hip-hop.

Last Updated on Sunday, 05 October 2008 21:10
 
Hope Badger
Drama Instructor

Hope BadgerHope was a member of “Powerhouse” in Eugene, Oregon for 3 years.  She traveled across Oregon, California, Canada and Mexico performing in musical and dramatic theatre.  She was elected Company secretary and worked with the Director and President in coordinating theatre activities.  She has a chorale and small group singing back ground, as well.  Hope is excellent at giving well rounded drama instruction with an emphasis on learning the basic techniques to build upon.  Because Hope is also an artist, she is responsible for building and directing the set design for productions.

Last Updated on Sunday, 05 October 2008 20:43
 
Matt Badger
Drama Instructor

Matt BadgerMatt has a background in musical and dramatic theatre, plays guitar and has a flair for standup and improv.  He performs and directs older students in improv theatre; learning blocking techniques and creative production design.

Last Updated on Monday, 27 October 2008 22:23
 
Jenna Adams
Dance Instructor

Jenna Adams

Jenna has been a ballet dancer for over eight years and performed in numbers including The Nutcracker, Copellia, Swan Lake, and Sleeping Beauty.  In addition to teaching ballet and lyrical with SALT since 2007, she is also a multiple award winner in the 2007 and 2008 ADX regional dance competitions.

Last Updated on Sunday, 05 October 2008 20:50