Dancers who want to help others build confidence and strength through dance.
Nikki Chrystal
Owner/Director
Nikki Chrystal began her dance training at the age of six with the Pride of Carolina Cloggers, where she developed a strong foundation in contemporary clogging. She went on to compete in numerous events sanctioned by America’s Clogging Hall of Fame, and in 2007, was inducted into the Junior All-American Clogging Hall of Fame in recognition of her skill and dedication.
Throughout her career, Nikki has received extensive training in clogging, tap, jazz, ballet, and hip-hop, and has led numerous dance workshops across the region. She has had the honor of representing America’s Clogging Hall of Fame on nationally recognized stages, including The Carolina Opry in Myrtle Beach, SC, and The Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, TN.
In 2014, she founded the JM Studios Clogging Competition Team. Under her leadership, the team has earned over 1,000 victories between 2014 and 2024, and continues to be recognized as reigning National Champions. Nikki is also a two-time National Grand Champion Female Soloist.
Her performance résumé includes appearances in London’s New Year’s Day Parade, the Alamo Bowl in Memphis, TN, and the Nashville Christmas Parade, where she performed alongside dancers from JM Studios.
Nikki remains deeply committed to inspiring the next generation of dancers through her passion, creativity, and dedication to excellence. Outside of the studio, she enjoys spending time with her husband, two children, and family pets.
Meredith McQuaigue
Instructor
Meredith McQuaigue, originally from Trinity, North Carolina, began her dance and acrobatics training at the young age of two at Bobbi’s School of Dance and Central Carolina Gymnastics. Over the years, she has trained extensively in ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical, hip-hop, contemporary, and acrobatics.
By the age of four, Meredith began competing and has since earned numerous regional and national titles through solo, duet, and group performances. At just 12 years old, she began assisting in dance classes, where she quickly discovered her passion for teaching and choreography. Her love for working with children and creating meaningful routines has continued to fuel her journey as both an educator and performer.
Meredith is a proud graduate of Wheatmore High School and holds a double major in Special Education and Elementary Education from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She is currently in her fourth year as a fourth-grade teacher at Hopewell Elementary School.
Meredith is thrilled to continue sharing her passion for dance and mentoring young performers as a valued member of the JM Studios faculty.
Lexie Skeen
Instructor
Lexie, a dedicated educator and passionate dancer from Asheboro, North Carolina, brings both energy and experience to the studio. A 2023 graduate of Randolph Early College High School, she went on to earn her Early Childhood Education credentials that fall. She currently serves as the Lead Preschool Teacher at Creative Kids Preschool in Asheboro, where she nurtures young minds with care and creativity.
Lexie began dancing at the age of four and discovered her love for clogging at five. She quickly found success on the competitive stage, and after a few years, chose to focus exclusively on clogging. In 2017, she joined JM — her fifth studio and the one she proudly calls home.
Throughout her clogging career, Lexie has competed in numerous team divisions, duos, and solo routines, earning multiple Grand Champion titles. She is a member of JM’s 2023 National Champion Team and holds the distinct honors of being inducted into America’s Junior Hall of Fame in 2021 and the All-American Clogging Team in 2023.
Lexie’s role at the studio allows her to combine her two greatest passions: teaching and clogging. When she’s not at the studio or preschool, she enjoys spending quality time with family and friends. Lexie is excited to welcome new and returning dancers and looks forward to an incredible season ahead.
Jodie Delbridge
Instructor
Jodie, from Greensboro, North Carolina, has been a dedicated member of the JM Studios Clogging Competition Team for four years. With extensive experience across various age groups and clogging sanctions, she has earned multiple national titles through the America’s Clogging Hall of Fame.
Jodie began dancing at the age of four, exploring a variety of dance styles before discovering her true passion for clogging in 2021 at JM Studios. Since then, she has competed consistently and developed a strong passion for teaching and choreography. Shortly after joining JM Studios, Jodie began assisting in classes, where she found fulfillment in helping young dancers grow in both skill and confidence.
A 2024 graduate of Grimsley High School, Jodie is currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education with a minor in Psychology at North Carolina State University, with plans to graduate in 2028. Her work at JM Studios allows her to combine two of her greatest passions—clogging and teaching.
Jodie is excited to continue sharing her love for dance this season and looks forward to gaining even more experience as a teacher, choreographer, and mentor.