MEET THE INSTRUCTORS
ALANNA BULLOCK
Toddler Dance Combo/Pre-Ballet
Alanna J. Bullock is a Child Development and Family Relations major at North Carolina A&T State University who is passionate about combining her love for education and dance to inspire the next generation.
Alanna has trained at The Concrete Rose Dance Academy (TCRDA) since 2017, where she has studied ballet, tap, hip-hop, lyrical, Afro-jazz, baton twirling, and flag. Throughout her years at TCRDA, she has been a member of the Travel Team, Leadership Team, and Baton Competition Team, performing at events including pregame and halftime performances at six NBA games, NASCAR, Kings Dominion, HBCU college tours, church programs, and regional competitions across North Carolina, Virginia, South Carolina, and Maryland.
In addition to performing, Alanna serves as a Student Instructor and Baton Assistant Coach at TCRDA. She has taught Creative Movement, Pre-Ballet, and Tap I while helping young dancers develop strong technique, confidence, and a love for the performing arts. She also assists with choreography and prepares students for performances and competitions.
Through her dedication to dance, leadership, and service, Alanna strives to be a positive role model, using the arts to encourage creativity, discipline, and self-expression in every dancer she teaches. As she continues pursuing her degree, she remains committed to making a positive impact both in the classroom and on the stage.
ALEA BULLOCK
Ballet
Alea B. Bullock is a double major in Biology and Secondary Education in Biology at North Carolina A&T State University who is passionate about inspiring the next generation through science, education, and service. As a North Carolina Teaching Fellow, Dean's List scholar, Major Mentor, and Student Teacher Assistant, Alea is committed to fostering curiosity, academic excellence, and creating meaningful learning experiences for students.
Throughout her college career, Alea has served as a teacher helper in local elementary schools, mentored students, and participated in educational leadership opportunities that have strengthened her instructional, leadership, and communication skills. She is actively involved in organizations that promote academic success, mentorship, and STEM education while remaining dedicated to serving her community through volunteerism and outreach.
Outside the classroom, Alea has trained at The Concrete Rose Dance Academy since 2017, where she serves as a Dance Instructor, Leadership Team Member, Travel Team Member, and Baton Competition Team Member. She has performed at NBA pregame and halftime shows, NASCAR events, Kings Dominion, HBCU college tours, church programs, and regional competitions across the Southeast. As an instructor, she teaches beginner ballet and baton twirling while mentoring young dancers and helping them develop confidence, discipline, and technical excellence.
Alea also holds the titles of Miss Majorette of North Carolina 2024, Ms. Lucky Charm Runner-Up 2024, Ms. Shamrock 2024, and Ms. North Carolina Majorette Runner-Up (2022, 2023, and 2025). These achievements reflect her dedication to leadership, excellence, and the performing arts.
Whether in the classroom, the dance studio, or her community, Alea strives to lead by example and inspire others through education, mentorship, and service. She hopes to empower future generations by cultivating a love for science, encouraging personal growth, and making a lasting impact wherever she serves.
CORRIE FREEMAN
Ballet/Afro-Jazz/Lyrical/Contemporary
Corrie Freeman a Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina native whose passion for dance has shaped his life from an early age. He pursued his studies in Liberal Studies with a concentration in Dance at North Carolina A&T State University, where he excelled as a principal dancer with the E. Gwynn Dance Company, performing in acclaimed productions and touring with the ensemble.
As an instructor at The Concrete Rose Dance Academy, Corrie is passionate about cultivating technically strong, confident, and expressive dancers. He believes dance is more than movement—it’s a powerful tool for discipline, creativity, and personal growth—and he is committed to helping every student discover their fullest potential.
JADON CONKLIN
Baton/Tap/Pointe
Jadon Conklin serves as the Majorette Instructor at The Concrete Rose Dance Academy, where she is passionate about developing confident, disciplined, and skilled performers. With over two decades of dance experience, Jadon began dancing at the age of three and started baton twirling at just five years old. Her lifelong dedication to the performing arts has shaped her into an accomplished athlete, educator, and mentor.
In 2014, Jadon attended North Carolina A&T State University, where she became a member of the renowned Golden Delight Auxiliary, further expanding her performance experience and love for the majorette tradition. She later earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Software Systems from the University of Kansas in December 2016.
Throughout her competitive career, Jadon has earned numerous state, regional, national, and international honors in baton twirling and dance. Her accomplishments include being crowned Miss Majorette of Kansas five times, Miss West Regional Champion four times, Grand National Champion (2010), Senior Miss Majorette of America (2014), World Women's Junior Two-Baton Champion (2012), and Miss North Carolina Open Solo Champion (2015).
As an instructor, Jadon is committed to helping each student grow not only in technique and performance but also in confidence, leadership, and character. She believes that dance is a powerful tool for building discipline, self-expression, and lifelong success. Through her guidance, students are encouraged to strive for excellence while enjoying the art of performance and becoming positive role models within their communities.