Shawna began her dance training at age 3 studying dance, voice, acting, and modeling. A graduate of Fordham University, she has received scholoarships and attended Joffrey Ballet School, Alvin Ailey Americn Dance Theatre, Broadway Dance Center and Steps on Broadway. Her performance credits include Broadway Dance Company's production of "Mixed Emotions," and Walt Disney World.

You may have seen Shawna in print ads ranging from Strawbridge and Clothier to many costume catalogs. While teaching in New Jersey, her students have won numerous awards and dance titles. She herself has America's Young Choreographer of the year twice at a regional level. Shawna is a former Jr. Miss and Miss DEA.