Westside Academy Faculty: Cj Frascht

Dance Experience & Professional Background

Cj has been dancing since the age of three, developing a lifelong passion for the art. Growing up in a small town, she trained in all genres of dance and was a member of the competition team, where she performed solos, small groups, large groups, and production pieces—earning numerous top honors throughout her youth.

After high school, Cj moved to Des Moines to continue pursuing her passion. She performed with the Iowa Stars Hockey Dance Team and the Iowa Barnstormers, gaining valuable professional experience on both the sidelines and the stage. Along the way, she has trained and worked with renowned LA choreographers Mariah Spears, Mikalea Jagim, and Keenan Peters, and she has provided dancers opportunities to participate in the Tribe 99 Experience, helping them connect with college coaches and industry leaders.

Cj is deeply committed to her students’ growth—both in and out of the studio. She believes in being a constant source of support, whether it’s guiding dancers through new skills or offering encouragement in life. Watching her students achieve their goals and gain confidence through dance is one of her greatest rewards.

Her love for dance has also come full circle as her daughter shares the same passion and is now a proud member of the WDA Competition Team. Being able to experience dance together has been one of the most meaningful parts of her journey.