Lauren Bonfanti was born and raised in St. Louis where she began her dance training at age 5. She is trained in Pointe, ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, modern, and hip hop. Lauren recently graduated from Missouri State University with a degree in Elementary Education and Dance. She was an active member of the Missouri State University Dance and Theatre Department and has had the pleasure of performing in faculty and students works. Lauren was chosen to choreograph numerous productions in college in which she was awarded 1st place for her routines. She has over 8 years experience of teaching all areas of dance which is where her true passion lies. She is delighted to have the opportunity to share her passion for the performance art through Dance Incorporated.