SAVANNAH DAVIS-NETH
Jasmine Mark is a 2018 graduate from Northern Illinois University with a BA in Journalism and a minor in Communication Studies. Her passion for dance started at the young age of three, training in all styles. From 2006-2013, she joined Midwest Edge Dance Academy in Aurora, IL and was selected to dance on their competitive hip hop team under the instruction of Chris Xayarath.
Currently, Jasmine trains independently in Chicago learning different styles from different choreographers. Her passion for dance has inspired her to be a role model for the younger generation by teaching at various studios around the Chicagoland area. Jasmine has found her purpose within her never ending dance journey and continues to follow her passion to become a better dancer, teacher/choreographer, and individual.
Faculty > Kat Heffner
KAT HEFFNER
Kat Heffner has been dancing since the age of four, later becoming a student at Thrive upon its establishment. She has extensive training in numerous genres of dance, some of her favorites being ballet, modern, contemporary, and tap.
Kat graduated from the University of Kentucky in 2025 with a bachelor's in dance and a bachelor's in arts administration. During her time at the University, she performed in annual department dance concerts, where she danced in various faculty pieces and works by guest choreographers, including Flux + Flow and Project ChArma. She also performed in the annual student-choreographed Materialized dance concert, where she additionally choreographed two contemporary pieces. Kat is also excited to share her acceptance as a trainee with Visceral Dance Chicago for their 2025-26 season, where she will further her training and experience.
Kat is very excited to work alongside Thrive’s team as an instructor and administrative assistant, and is looking forward to a wonderful season of dancing!