Ashley began her studies under the tutelage of Leslie Daly, Artistic Director of Hopkins Dance in Minnesota. Upon leaving Hopkins, she studied ballet and pointe at the Minnesota Dance Theatre, Ballet Arts Minnesota, Point Park College in Pittsburgh and the Milwaukee Ballet School.

She has studied under many professionals including Lise Houlton, Lirena Branitski, Arlene Minkorst, Petru Macra, Jacqueline Weber and Ted Kivitt. In addition Ashley's professional experience includes dancing with the Spring Board Company of Minnesota and the Professional Division of the Royal Winnipeg Ballet. She has been an independent master instructor for the Hopkins Dance Center, The Dance Shoppe and the Northland School of Dance.

Ashley's superb understanding of technique combined with a love for the art of ballet and pointe are qualities that have helped her become a much sought after instructor. Her ability to share this knowledge and passion with her students establishes a learning environment that is truly worthy of a "Bravo".