About Lux Dance Collective
At LDC, we are passionately dedicated to ILLUMINATING the love for dance in individuals of all ages and abilities. Our mission is to create a safe and inclusive environment where every student can experience and embrace the power of artistry and movement.
We pride ourselves on providing a supportive dance home where every student can explore their potential and grow both technically and artistically. Our team of experienced instructors is committed to nurturing each dancer's unique abilities, ensuring they become well-rounded performers who radiate confidence and grace.
Integrity, teamwork, accountability, and respect are the pillars in which our collective's mission stands. We firmly believe in instilling these core values in our dancers, guiding them towards personal growth and fostering a sense of community.
At Lux Dance Collective, we go beyond mere dance instruction. Whether you're a beginner taking your first steps or an experienced dancer seeking to refine your skills, our program offers something for everyone.
Join us at LDC and let us us help you find your light!
Meet Your Owners
Lindsey Goldaper
Martha Estrada
Lindsey Goldaper is a Connecticut native now based in Tampa, Florida, where her passion for dance continues to shape and inspire the next generation of performers. A lifelong competitive dancer, Lindsey earned her Bachelor's Degree from the University of Tampa, majoring in Advertising and Public Relations with a minor in Applied Dance.
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During her time at UT, Lindsey was a standout in the university’s dance program—performing in three annual productions, choreographing four original works in just two years, and earning multiple honors, including Dancer of the Year from the College of Arts and Letters, as well as Choreographer of the Year and Outstanding New Dancer from the Dance Department.
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With over 14 years of experience as an instructor, choreographer, and former studio director, Lindsey has left a lasting impact on the dance community. She spent five seasons as an NFL cheerleader for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, where she was honored as the 2023 Pro Bowl Cheerleader, representing the organization at the Pro Bowl Games in Las Vegas.​
Martha Estrada earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Educational Studies and Community Leadership. Her training started at an early age in Indiana under the direction of Leslie Kolarz. She studied the styles of Ballet, Pointe, Jazz , Tap, Modern, Lyrical, Hip Hop and Contemporary.
Her love for teaching extends from the classroom into dance rooms every day. Using her knowledge in developing curriculum's, Martha has helped students develop strong techniques throughout the years. Her previous students can be seen on collegiate dance teams as well as collegiate dance programs and NFL Cheerleading teams. Throughout the last 13 years as an instructor, choreographer and former studio director, Martha has had the opportunity to choreograph for dancers, ice skaters, vocal artists, and color/winter guard programs. Martha’s choreography has been awarded in dance at a regional and national level.
