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'''Xtreme Dance''' is a dance studio located in Dubuque, IA, owned by Tracy Goedken and ran by head director Kylie Goedken Kirman.

== Staff ==

==Staff==

===Kylie Goedken Kirman===

* Head Studio Director & Choreographer

* Director: Xtreme Competition Team & Iowa Elite All-Stars

Kylie Goedken is the Studio and Artistic Director at Xtreme Dance, where she combines her passion for dance with a deep love for teaching and mentoring young performers. She began dancing at the age of 3 and quickly found her place on the competitive stage, developing a strong work ethic and a creative spirit that still fuels her today.

~~== Dancers ==~~

A graduate of Loras College with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Kylie has spent years choreographing for Xtreme Dance, earning numerous regional and national awards for her innovative and impactful work. She also serves as the Head Coach of the Iowa Elite All Star Teams, leading them to multiple top finishes at UDA Nationals, including an impressive 2nd in the nation.

~~=== Current Dancers ===~~

Under Kylie’s leadership, Xtreme’s Competition Team has earned Grand National titles and, more importantly, built a studio culture centered on confidence, teamwork, and self-belief. She values the connections made with dancers and their families and takes pride in creating lasting memories both in and out of the studio.

~~[[Ambrielle Besler|Ambrielle Besler]]~~

~~[[BriElle Geisler|BriElle Geisler]]~~

Kylie continues to train and grow as an educator, attending national dance teacher conferences and judging competitions across the country. She is certified in Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) and is always seeking fresh, innovative ways to help her dancers reach new levels of excellence.

~~[[Faith Sullivan|Faith Sullivan]]~~

In 2023, Kylie married her husband, Jakob. Together, they co-own Xtreme Strength and Sports Performance, a Dubuque-based training facility dedicated to helping athletes and dancers build strength, agility, and confidence. Deeply family-oriented, Kylie can often be found cheering on her husband at the ballpark or supporting her younger siblings at their games and competitions.

~~[[Faith Schauer|Faith Schauer]]~~

===Tracy Goedken===

* Studio Owner & Office Director

Tracy Goedken is the owner and driving force behind Xtreme Dance, a proudly family-owned studio built on passion, commitment, and community. A Loras College graduate and proud mom of four, Tracy brings over 20 years of experience in the dance world, both as a studio owner and a seasoned dance mom.

~~[[Kinsley~~ Goedken|Kinsley ~~Goedken]]~~

Since purchasing Xtreme Dance in 2020, Tracy has been dedicated to creating a supportive, high energy space where dancers of all ages can grow, perform, and feel at home. Together with her husband, Marty, and their children—Kylie, Aubrey, Peyton, and Kinsley—the Goedken family is actively involved in every part of the studio. Kylie serves as Studio and Artistic Director, Aubrey is the Mini Company Director, and Kinsley is a dedicated member of the award winning Xtreme Dance Competition Team and the Iowa Elite All Star Team. Tracy also proudly supports her son Peyton on the football field and baseball diamond.

~~[[Annabelle Elliott|Annabelle Elliott]]~~

With over 15 years of experience navigating the competitive dance world as a mom, Tracy brings a unique understanding of what dancers and families need to succeed. She and Kylie regularly attend national professional development trainings and conferences to stay inspired and continually grow the studio experience.

[[Alyse Besler|Alyse Besler]]

Tracy also helps lead a family partnership with her son-in-law, Jakob, through Xtreme Strength and Sports Performance, a complementary business focused on developing strength, agility, and confidence for both dancers and athletes.

===Teacher Assistants===

[[Annabelle Elliott]]

[[Ambrielle Besler]]

[[Alyse Besler]]

[[Brielle Geisler]]

[[Faith Sullivan]]

[[Faith Schauer]]

[[Kinsley Goedken]]

==Dancers==

===Current Dancers===