About Us
Finding Inspiration in Every Turn
At Flip Lab, we’re proud to use the Acrobatic Arts curriculum—an internationally recognized program that blends the strength and flexibility of acrobatics with the creativity and expression of dance.
This progressive, step-by-step system ensures students learn safely and confidently, building skills in:
Strength & Flexibility
developing a solid foundation
Balance & Control
improving body awareness and stability
Limbering & Tumbling
from bridges and handstands to advanced tricks
Performance Quality
blending acro seamlessly into dance
With Acrobatic Arts, students move forward at their own pace, celebrating each milestone along the way. The program emphasizes safety, proper technique, and measurable progress, helping dancers gain confidence while reaching their full potential.
Our Founders & Instructors
We are committed to providing high-quality tumbling and acro training that prioritizes safety, proper technique, and athlete development. Learn more about our founders and instructors below so you can feel better about your dancers safety as they develop their abilities.
Ashley Delzer
Studio Director & Co-Founder
With a lifelong passion for movement and performance, I bring a unique blend of experience as a dancer, entrepreneur, and proud dance mom. My background spans years of training and performing across multiple dance styles, giving me a deep appreciation for both the artistry and discipline that dance requires.
Alongside my dance career, I’ve built a strong foundation in business, leadership, and vision needed to launch and grow new ventures. As a dance mom, I’ve spent countless hours supporting my child’s training, competitions, and performances, which has given me valuable insight into the needs of young athletes, their families, and the studios that nurture them.
Flip Lab represents the exciting next chapter in my journey—a place where my love for dance, my business expertise, and my commitment to creating a safe, fun, and inspiring environment all come together. I’m thrilled to share this new adventure and can’t wait to see the amazing things our community will accomplish here.
Christian Delzer
Co-Founder
As co-founder, I bring both professional expertise and a personal passion for supporting the dance community. With a strong background in sales, marketing, and account management, I have a deep understanding of customer satisfaction and what it takes to create a positive experience for families.
Beyond my professional career, I am a proud dance dad to two competitive dancers. My firsthand experience as a supportive parent gives me a unique insight into the dedication, commitment, and joy that dance brings to students and their families.
At Flip Lab, I combine my business acumen with my role as a dance dad to help build a welcoming, customer-focused environment where dancers can thrive and families feel supported every step of the way.
Courtney Swenson
Acro Coach
Hello! My name is Courtney, and I am honored to be joining the Flip Lab team! I am from Chanhassen, MN and I have been dancing for 12 years. I have always loved dancing and I am excited to be able to give back to the community that has shaped me as a person. Over the years I have enjoyed getting to know dancers while pushing them to achieve their goals! I am currently a junior at the University of St. Thomas, studying mechanical engineering, and President of their Club Dance Team. When I’m not teaching or dancing, I love spending time reading, on walks, or with the people I love.
Sophi Johnson
Acro Coach
Hi! My name is Sophi, and I am so excited to be joining the team as an Acro coach! I am originally from Hudson WI and have been dancing for 17 years. Dance has always been a huge part of my life, and over the years I have developed a strong passion for helping dancers build strength, flexibility, and confidence in their skills.
I am currently a senior at the University of St. Thomas, studying neuroscience with plans to pursue a career in Occupational Therapy.
When I’m not teaching or dancing I love hanging out with friends and taking my puppy kappi on walks.
Liv Young
Acro Coach
Liv Young is a highly trained dancer with a diverse background in Ballet, Acro, Contemporary, Tap, and Jazz. Starting at Allegro Dance Studio and continuing at The Dance Lab, she has cultivated a lifelong passion for dance. Certified in Acrobatic Arts and currently training full-time in ballet and contemporary with Concept Pavielle, Liv is excited to work with all of the dancers at Flip Lab and provide her knowledge to help the students grow!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What curriculum is being used?
At Flip Lab, we're proud to use the Acrobatic Arts curriculum - an internationally recognized program that blends the strength and flexibility of acrobatics with creativity and expression of dance.
How will my dancer be evaluated for leveling purposes?
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At Flip Lab, dancer safety and success come first. Using the Acrobatic Arts curriculum, our teachers carefully evaluate each student to make sure they are in the right class level. Placement is based on skill mastery, technique, strength, and flexibility—not just age.
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Our teachers look for proper form and control before introducing new skills, ensuring dancers build a strong foundation and progress safely. As students grow and achieve milestones, they’ll be ready to move into higher levels, celebrating their progress along the way.
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This thoughtful evaluation process helps every dancer feel confident, challenged, and supported at their own pace.
When do classes begin?
Fall trimester starts October 5th!
How does the trimester approach work?
At Flip Lab, we structure our year in three trimesters. This system is designed to give dancers the best balance of consistency and flexibility in their training.
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Consistency Matters – Week after week, dancers stay in the same class with the same group, building skills step by step. This steady structure helps them gain strength, confidence, and progress more quickly.
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Flexibility to Grow – Because we re-evaluate at the end of each trimester, dancers who are progressing quickly have the chance to move into a new level. This means every student trains where they are most successful and challenged.
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Clear Milestones – Trimesters create natural checkpoints in the year, so dancers, parents, and teachers can celebrate achievements and set new goals.
With trimesters, your dancer gets both the stability they need to thrive and the flexibility to keep advancing at their own pace.