Riley Contessa

Riley began her dance journey at RMDC at three years old, and competed competitively since high school. Throughout her dancing, she was a member of her high school’s varsity pom team and also spent a year cheering. She graduated in 2025 from ALA Queen Creek, and is currently attending Chandler-Gilbert Community College, where she is majoring in psychology. In addition to teaching at RMDC, Riley is getting certified and will be the Junior High Pom Coach at ALA Queen Creek. She absolutely loves teaching and finds joy in helping dancers build confidence, discipline, and a strong work ethic. Her favorite part of being a teacher is working with children and guiding them to discover their potential both on and off the dance floor. Riley is passionate about always making her class rooms positive, and an environment where everyone is supported and encouraged.