Mellisa Vander Groef is the owner and director of Willow Tree Dance Academy. Vander Groef and her six instructors teach ballet, jazz, musical therapy, modem, tap, hip hop and Zumba to clients from 2 1/2 years to adult. Its programs for children include Tumble Tots, Kindercombo and Kindertrio. Students who wish further dance instruction can sign up for Willow Tree’s competitive teams.