Julie Giuliani-Chucka (Miss Julie)

Director and owner of Dance Tracks

I would like to extend a sincere WELCOME to Dance Tracks! Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your lives — let us share our PASSION for DANCE with you!

I hold a Bachelor of Science Degree in Dance Education from the University of Wis.-Stevens Point, where I received honors for academics and choreographic achievements. I was the teaching assistant to Mr. James Moore, a renowned UWSP faculty member who also worked with the infamous Jerome Robbins. After college, I was invited to attend the prestigious Jacob's Pillow dance school, which offers professional-track intensives for elite young dancers and choreographers. I continued training under many influential instructors through the UWM dance department, Gus Giordano and Lou Conte dance studio's in Chicago, and various studios, conventions and workshops throughout the years.

I began teaching in 1985 and became the coordinator and dance instructor for the Carroll College-Project Create dance program from 1986-2001. Dance Tracks, llc opened its doors in 2001. From 1990-2001 I was the Artistic Director of the theatrical performance dance company, Assorted Change, Inc. Assorted Change presented shows and workshops in the Milwaukee and Waukesha county school systems, as well as other venues throughout the year. I also co-directed a studio dance company, Dance Tracks Dance Theater, which offered performance venues through the Dance Tracks program, as well as co-directed a Tap dance company, Milwaukee On Tap. I have been involved with Liturgical Dance Ministry since 1985, and was a member of Dance Offering (a liturgical dance group) for 12 years. I am currently a freelance liturgical dancer and choreographer in Southeast Wis.

In June of 2026 I celebrated 40 years of consecutive dance recitals, summing up to nearly 1000 original dances and works of choreography in my lifelong dance career.

I am a wife/widow, mother of three grown children, grandmother of two, and understand the workings of family life!

I am dedicated to providing each student with professional, high quality dance instruction in a safe, enjoyable, and creative atmosphere.

Dance Tracks mission is to teach with love, encouragement, and respect for oneself and one another.

When you’re here, you’re part of our dance family!

Alyssa Tyson

Miss Alyssa is a professional dancer, actor, and singer. She has professionally trained under Charlotte Ballet Academy, Milwaukee Ballet, Ballet Theater of Maryland, and Stella Adler Studio of Acting. She has experience in ballet, pointe, pas de duex, contemporary, jazz, hip hop, modern, character, musical theater, flamenco, african, and tap.

Alyssa has performed in Swan Lake as Four Little Swans/Swan Corps, Napoli as Corps de Ballet, Michael Pink's Nutcracker as Chef, and Skylight Music Theater's Fiddler on the Roof.

Miss Alyssa is very excited to begin her second year teaching at Dance Tracks, and helping her students grow and improve in their dance journey!

Makena Betler

Miss Makena has had an undeniable passion for dance since she started at age two, taking a special interest in Tap.

She is also an accomplished baton twirler, earning much praise for her unique skill.

In her spare time, Makena enjoys going to concerts, reading, and spending time with her pets, Norman and Sushi.

Makena is very excited to utilize her passion for dance and Tap as she begins her second year of teaching at Dance Tracks!

Rachel Weston

Miss Rachel has been dancing for 20+ years, with a focus and passion for Jazz, Contemporary, and Lyrical styles of dance.

Her training includes dancing at local dance studio's, including Dance Tracks, in her youth, and involvement with her University's Dance Ensemble (Kinesis) throughout her four years of college. Miss Rachel was involved with Dance Tracks Dance Theater, and has taught and choreographed several 'Special Dances' for the annual recital, along with teaching classes.

We are very excited to welcome Miss Rachel back to Dance Tracks, with her unique and creative style of dance choreography!

Stephanie Taylor

Miss Stephanie started dancing at the age of 5 at Encore dance studio in Cudahy, WI under the direction of Lee Burke and Amy Brinkman (Danceworks). She then transitioned to Next Step Dance Studio in Franklin, WI, in which she started teaching her first dance classes.

She was also a member of the Franklin high school Pom Pom dance team. She continued her dance training in college and received a Bachelor of Arts degree in dance from UW Milwaukee.

She is also certified in Pilates, Zumba, and as a personal trainer. Stephanie has taught many classes throughout the years at various local gyms, schools, recreation departments, dance studios, and also choreographed musicals for a local high school. She has been on staff at Next Step Dance Studio for approximately 18 seasons (intermittently) and as of May 2025 became a faculty member at the Milwaukee Ballet.

Stephanie has a BS degree in nursing and works part-time as a registered nurse at Froedtert’s Cancer Center.

She is thrilled to share her passion and experience of dance with her students, as we welcome her to Dance Tracks!

Jerusha Schmitz

Miss Jerusha has been dancing literally since birth, being Miss Julie's daughter!

She has training in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, and is a certified Zumba instructor. Jerusha has taught Jazz, Hip Hop, Zumba and Tap classes for Dance Tracks, as well as being a guest instructor/choreographer for the annual recital's Special Dances - a tradition that has lasted 15 years!

She works as a Veterinarian technician, and is an experienced horse rider. Miss Jerusha is excited to work with all of our wonderful dancers for the 2027 Recital and Special Dances!

Rose Paul

Miss Rose began dancing at the age of two. She continued her training at Rapids School of Performing Arts, Performing Arts Ctr of Wis, Wisconsin Rapids Community Theater, and the University of Wis - Milwaukee.

Rose has training in Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Tap, Contemporary, African, and Kinesiology. Rose is happy to be asked to sub for classes at Dance Tracks, and hopes to be able to share her love for dance with the students at Dance Tracks, when needed!