Kris Rydland is a dedicated high school teacher and dance team coach with over 30 years of experience in Chaska, Minnesota. Under her leadership, her team has achieved five state championships and qualified for the state tournament over 25 times. Kris has been recognized for her contributions with inductions into both the Minnesota Association of Dance Team (MADT) Coaches’ Hall of Fame and the Chaska High School Athletic Coaches’ Hall of Fame.

Tara Lindemeier
Former Dance Team Assistant Coach at Chaska High School for 22 years.
Former College Dancer at St. Cloud State University.
Former High School Dancer at Chaska High School.
Former Studio Dancer.

Zoe Carlson began dancing at age four and spent six years with the Chaska High School Dance Team, serving as captain her senior year and helping secure four state championships. She went on to dance at the University of St. Thomas, earning three national titles in jazz and hip hop. Zoe has coached at the high school level for six years, stepping into the role of head coach in 2024. To continue sharing her passion for dance, she enjoys judging and choreographing.

Kianee Bouavichith was a 4-year member of the University of Minnesota Dance Team, earning 3 National Championships in D1A pom and jazz. She was also a former Chaska Dance Team member for 5 years, captain for 2 years, and coach for 3 seasons. Kianee is honored to be able to travel and share her love for the sport through intensives, consultation and choreography.

Caitlin Harrell McCarthy
Former assistant varsity dance coach at Chaska High School for 6 years
Former College of Saint Benedict dance team member for 4 years, Captain for 3 years
Former Chaska dance team member for 5 years, Captain for 2 years