Lake Norman Dance Gallery Founder & Owner

Mrs. Nikki has dedicated over 40 years to the art of Dance, 30 of which as an instructor. Native to the Mooresville area, Nikki realized the need for a premier dance studio and quality instruction in her hometown and surrounding area. With this in mind, Nikki, with the help of her parents Ted and Norma Ritchie, founded Lake Norman Dance Gallery in 1999. As LNDG goes into its 23rd season, Nikki continues to provide a premier dance experience with the development and success of students at the core of the studio’s mission.

Nikki’s Experience & Accomplishments:

As a young woman, Nikki won numerous talent and pageant titles along the East Coast. Her success granted her the opportunity to become the face of dance through her time modeling for dance apparel/ costume catalogs. Mrs. Nikki has dedicated her life to the art of dance and aspires to share her love of the art with her students.

Alumni of LNDG, under the instruction of Mrs. Nikki, with the assistance of our instructors and choreographers have gone on to lead successful lives as dance professionals. Accomplishments of LNDG alumni include:

• Performing for major Cruise Lines

• College Dance Team Careers

• NBA Dance Teams

• NFL Cheerleaders

• Disney Performers

• America’s Got Talent

• Continued dance education at the collegiate level and at prestigious fine arts & performance programs

Residing in the Mooresville, NC area with her family (husband: Richard Arthur’s, son: Abel Authurs, and daughter: Isabella Hensley) she continues to share her passion with her community and help her students take their skills to the next level.