Meet the Staff at Flourish Creative Arts Academy!
Valerie Lyons
Valerie served as Director of Illuminate! Creative Arts Studio-an outreach of Glory of Zion International Ministries-for nine years, leading it from conception through completion. She currently serves on the leadership team of Judah Collective, a multi-dimensional community of artists focused on hearing the Word of the Lord and expressing it through a variety of creative mediums.
Valerie received her professional training at the dance conservatory at the University of Missouri. She now brings her diverse experience to Storehouse Studios, where she facilitates the development of a multi-faceted creative space for artists to share their passion and skills with the community.
Kaira Larson
Kaira Larson currently serves as a dancer with the Judah Collective Dancers and ministers through movement in the Glory of Zion worship services. She carries a deep passion for worship and a desire to use her gifts to glorify God in every space she steps into.
With a patient and kind demeanor, Kaira is especially well-suited for working with our youngest dancers, creating a welcoming and encouraging environment where they can grow with confidence. Raised in dance, she brings years of training across a variety of styles, along with a heart to pass on both technical foundations and a love for expressive, worship-centered movement.