About Us
Our Mission
"Infusion Acro exists to provide a safe space for dancers to explore the intersection of dance and acrobatics, all while developing skills in the areas of acrobatics, tumbling, strength, and flexibility. Our staff is proud to provide a nurturing yet challenging training environment that inspires students to reach their fullest potential."
About Us
Infusion Acro was born from a desire to provide Minnesota dancers with a safe environment in which they can develop and perfect their acro skills. At Infusion, we strive to give all dancers a chance to explore the world of acrobatics, regardless of background and existing skill levels. We provide all tools needed to develop the skills, along with knowledge of skills, to help dancers understand both mentally and physically what a skill entails. Each of our instructors and owners have a special connection with the intersection of acro and dance, and strive to provide a space where others can experience that joy as well.
Acro compliments many dance forms and enhances a dancer’s technique and flexibility. Infusion Acro is a small group studio that specializes in teaching acro skills, strength training, and flexibility to dancers that are wanting to take their training to the next level.
Meet our Staff
Rachel Glancy
After over 25 years of coaching high-level gymnastics, Rachel was introduced to the world of acro when her daughter began competitive dance. She began teaching acro privates and small groups using her strong background in gymnastics and tumbling. Her skills and passion soon led her to start the tumbling program at Studio 4 Dance in Burnsville MN.
"I have coached with some of the very best in the business, and I am so excited to bring my experience to.
Infusion Acro!"
-Rachel
Brendan Thompson
Brendan has been immersed in the dance world for 15 years, focusing on acro for the past 5 years. Brendan has trained with Micheal Burk (nationally renowned dance acro expert), the Disneyworld Lion King Tumble Monkeys, and trained with members from Cirque du Soleil. He is excited to bring his passion and abilities to Infusion Acro, and continues to broaden his skills and knowledge around the ever-evolving world of dance acro.
Cami Phillppi
Cami Phillppi is an alumni of the University of Minnesota Women's Gymnastics team. She has coached gymnastics across the Twin Cities for the past 20 years. With her passion for teaching, she decided to put her knowledge of creative tumbling to good use and has found her nitch in teaching tumbling for dancers! Cami teaches acro/tumbling at several dance studios in the Twin Cities, and has traveled nationally giving workshops on acro, choreography, and performing.
Cami and her husband live in Minneapolis with their two daughters, who are both competitive dancers.
Lydia Hafeman
Lydia has trained and danced competitively for 15 years, during which time she has won multiple National titles and awards. She currently dances with the 2023 National Champion University of Minnesota Duluth Dance Team.
Lydia brings a deep knowledge of dance and movement to the Infusion staff, as well as a passion for educating and connecting with younger dancers.
Mackenzie Hall
Mackenzie began dancing at age 3 and danced competitively at Larkin Dance Studio and Studio 4 for 13 years where she trained in jazz, lyrical, tap, ballet, hip hop, contemporary, and musical theater. She has taught numerous age groups at many studios throughout her time of teaching following graduation and continues to pursue her love of dance as a proud member of the 18x National Champion, University of St. Thomas Dance Team. Mackenzie loves sharing her passion for dance with students and can’t wait to continue doing so this coming year.
Erik Barker
Erik dances on the Senior Line at Larkin Dance Studio. He has been dancing for seven years and prior to that was on the boys gymnastics team at TAGS. He loves to combine his passion for dance and Acro which has helped him win multiple national titles in competitive dance. He was in the top 3 outstanding dancers at NYCDA Nationals, a two time Top 10 TDA Best Dancer, and has won first place titles and awards with his contemporary movement at several competitions.
His warm demeanor and creative energy makes him an excellent mentor to younger dancers.
Laney Baumgartner
Hi! My name is Laney Baumgartner! I was a dancer for 9 years. Most of my career was spent at studio 4 in Burnsville!
Recently this year I focused my time on my favorite aspect of dance, which is teaching! I aim to create a fun, positive, and engaging class for your little ones to fall in love with movement and acro!
Abby Drees
Abby has trained in dance since age 3 and danced competitively at Center Stage Dance Studio in many different styles. She was also a six-year varsity member of her high school dance team and a 2 year captain. During this time, she has taught multiple age groups and shared her passion for dance. She is currently pursuing her dance career on the 9x National Champion Minnesota State University Mankato Dance Team.
Abby is passionate about giving dancers the correct tools in order for them to succeed and grow. She has a welcoming and positive mindset and is excited to help dancers achieve their dreams and goals.