Be the Light Dance Company works to foster the love of music and dance in children and teens, while sharing the love of Christ. We offer a comprehensive dance education program that creates a nurturing Christian environment and promotes positive self-esteem, confidence, and increases coordination. 

OUR PURPOSE: To cultivate a love for music and dance in children, teens, and adults, while sharing the love of Christ in all we do.

OUR MISSION: To provide a comprehensive dance education in a nurturing environment that builds confidence, encourages positive self-esteem, and enhances physical coordination.

OUR BELIEFS: We believe that Jesus Christ is the risen Savior who died for our sins, making a way for us to have eternal life. When we ask Him to forgive our sins and surrender to Him as Lord of our lives, we are made new.
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We believe the Bible is God’s Holy Word and serves as our daily roadmap for how to live a life that honors Him.

We believe that by sharing biblical truths and incorporating Christian music into our classes, students will be uplifted and reminded that they are deeply loved by God and by those around them.

Nesia Campbell, Owner & Director

Nesia grew up dancing under the direction of Mrs. Jean Forrest. After graduating from college and starting a family of her own, she later bought the studio she grew up dancing in for 30+ years and changed the name to Be The Light. Be The Light has become a trusted studio in the Avondale/Ortega community for many families . Nesia always seeks to create a nurturing Christian environment where children learn the fundamentals of dance and, more importantly, about the love of Christ.
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Born and raised in Jacksonville, Florida, Nesia is proud to be a hometown girl. With a B.A. in Communications from the University of North Florida, she combines her love for Jesus, love for people, and love for dance to develop relationships with children, teens, and parents. She works diligently to help them become the best version of themselves.​

Cheri O'Steen, Administrative Assistant

Always willing to serve, Mrs. Cheri has become a huge help to our parents and students since 2015. Whether she’s helping with registration forms, planning class parties, organizing props, hot gluing rhinestones on competition costumes, praying for our families, or cheering on our dancers in the audience, Mrs. Cheri’s concern and care for others is a true blessing.  Thank you, Mrs. Cheri, for always going the extra mile to make all of us feel special and bring a smile to our faces.

DANCE INSTRUCTORS
We have the best!

All of our dance instructors come with years of experience on the recreational and competition level.  They pour into their students week after week.   They strive to create an environment that is welcoming, safe, and enjoyable. They make their students feel loved and accepted. More importantly, they each have a relationship with Jesus Christ.

*Not Pictured - Erica Diaz, Niya Jones, Taylor O'steen, and Amber Looney

Ms. Jasmine is the newest member of our team and comes with a Masters of Dance from Florida State University.  When she's not teaching at the studio, you can find her working with children and parents in a local pediatric dental practice.  Ms. Jasmine loves meeting new people and teaching our junior and senior dancers.  She provides a healthy balance of challenging her students and encouraging them to grow beyond what they think they can do. 

Mrs. Karen has been teaching for 40+ years in the Jacksonville community. Her work extends beyond the walls of the studio as she teaches dance in multiple daycares in our area. Her specialty is winning the trust of 2-6 year olds and teaching the basic fundamentals of ballet and tap with catchy tunes in a fun, loving environment. To know Mrs. Karen is to love her!