Rachel was born in Brandon Florida. She started dancing at two and a half years old.  Rachel trained and competed in a variety of styles including Ballet, Tap, Acro, Jazz, Modern and Contemporary. At age 16 she decided to focus on her Ballet training. After graduating high school she moved to New York City to join Joffrey Ballet. Shortly after moving back to Florida Rachel began teaching at 5th Dimension Dance Center, where she teaches Ballet and tap, and is PBT certified.  This will be her 8^th season with the studio and she is looking forward to the new year.