LDC Staff
Owner/Director of Laiche Dance Center
Amber Laiche
Amber Laiche is excited to share her passion for dance with the youth of Sandpoint! Her journey began at just 18 months old in South Louisiana, where she thrived in competitive dance throughout middle school. After moving to Sandpoint, she became a standout member of the Sandpoint High Varsity Dance Team, serving as Captain in her senior year.
Amber pursued her love for dance further by majoring in Dance with an emphasis on Performance and Choreography at the University of Montana, where she also led the Griz Dance Team. Her dream of becoming a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader was realized on her first attempt, showcasing her dedication and talent.
With extensive experience coaching the Sandpoint High School Dance Team and choreographing for various studios and individual dancers nationwide, Amber is eager to pass on her knowledge to the next generation. She has trained with industry professionals like Travis Wall, Jojo Gomez, and Nicole Kirkland, enriching her expertise.
Amber credits her family and diverse dance experiences for shaping her into the confident, capable woman she is today. Get your young dancer started on their confidence-building journey with LDC today!
Ballet instructor
Rea Lynch
Born and raised in Seattle, Reagan began her classical ballet journey at the tender age of three. Her passion for dance led her to train at the prestigious Pacific Northwest Ballet, where she honed her skills and deepened her love for the art form. After 2.5 years of teaching ballet in Sandpoint, she continues to inspire young dancers with her expertise and dedication. She also has experience choreographing beautiful classical pieces for all ages. She was fortunate to be mentored by the talented Sibylle Acatos-Dadey during her studies in Scottsdale, Arizona, further shaping her artistic development. Reagan's knowledge stretches far and wide and her capabilities helped her to tune in to her own love of ballet and she uses this to inspire her students every day.
Front Desk/Substitute Instructor
Mikah Little
Mikah Little began her competitive dance journey in the Seattle area at just 7 years old, exploring a wide range of styles including tap, jazz, contemporary, lyrical, hip-hop, and musical theatre. She competed at KAR Nationals in both LA and Vegas a variety of times, honing her skills and passion for dance. Before her sophomore year of high school, Mikah's family relocated to Sandpoint, where she joined the high school dance team and spent three years developing her talent. She continued her dance education at The University of Idaho as a member of the Vandals Dance Team. Now, Mikah proudly serves as the Assistant Coach of the Sandpoint High School Dance Team, where she shares her enthusiasm and knowledge with young dancers. You can often find her at the Front Desk Lobby of LDC or inspiring students in the studio. Mikah is thrilled to continue her passion for dance and nurture the talent within the Sandpoint community!