Kristin Biwan

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Entering Kristin’s 15th year as Edina Dance Team's head coach, she is grateful and so excited for the 2025-2026 season! Kristin was named the MADT AAA Head Coach of the Year in 2015 and also in 2017.

Biwan (formerly Luth) is from Shakopee, Minnesota, where she graduated from Shakopee High School (2006). Biwan graduated from the University of Minnesota in 2010 with a double major in Communication Studies and Dance. While there, Kristin was a member of the nationally recognized U of M Dance Team from 2007-2010, and captain of the 2009-2010 Double National and World Champion University of Minnesota Dance Team.

Kristin has been dancing for over 30 years and continues to pursue her passion for dance outside of coaching. She was a member of the Minneapolis dance company, Crash Dance Productions for 9 seasons. Kristin was also an instructor and choreographer for Karl Mundt's company, Innovate Dance and worked with dancers across the country. She has also won 4 College Open Jazz Division UDA National Championships choreographing for the Mankato State University Maverick Dance Team. On the side, Kristin teaches Yoga Sculpt to dancers. Biwan also spends her days at her full-time position with Edina Public Schools as the Edina Community Ed Marketing and Communications Specialist. She is married to her husband Tyler and they reside in Minnetonka, MN.

As the Edina Dance Team Head Coach, she is excited and proud to be able to share her knowledge and expertise with the dancers on her team. Her hope is to help her team grow throughout the season by reaching new heights and to help each dancer on the team achieve their personal goals.

Kristin’s EDT Mission Statement: My mission as the Head Coach of the Edina Dance Team is to provide our student athletes with respect, honesty and growth both in dance and personal development. I am dedicated to creating an experience that is supportive of the team's and individual's love for the sport and contributes to their well-being to prosper in future life endeavors. Most of all I want them to leave this program a better teammate, having heart and passion for dance and prepared for the world ahead. 

This is Lauren’s fourth year coaching the Edina Dance Team. She grew up in Edina Minnesota, attending Our Lady of Grace Catholic School up until the 8th grade and Edina High School through her senior year. Lauren danced at Larkin Dance Studio in Maplewood Minnesota, getting intense training in all styles and competing at the highest level. She then began dancing for the Edina Dance Team her sophomore year, becoming a captain her senior year. On the team, she fell in love with the sport of dance and even more the dynamic of being on a tight knit team. While on the team, she made it to state every year, making history and tying for first place in jazz her junior year. She is now attending the University of Minnesota, and finished her final year dancing on the University of Minnesota Dance Team. Here, Lauren won three National Championships for the school. She also now is on her second year coaching the University of Minnesota. Other than dance, Lauren choreographs for dance studios around the country as well as teaches master classes.

As an alumni, Lauren hopes to give the girls in the program an experience they won’t forget. She became extremely close with her coaches, forming a unique bond with each one, and she hopes to do the same with all of her athletes. Along with pushing dancers, Lauren values strengthening athlete’s love for dance and their teammates even more.

Lauren's EDT Mission Statement: My mission as a Varsity coach of the Edina Dance Team is to constantly be listening to the girls, and support them not only as dancers but as students and most importantly as humans. I want to constantly push the dancers to reach their goals and be the best possible version of themselves they can be and do anything in my power to help get them there. I also want to strive to push the program to new heights, breaking barriers and setting a new standard for what high school dance team is and what it can be. 

This is Sara’s first year with the Edina Dance Team. She began dancing competitively at the age of two and is a graduate of Oswego High School in 2021, where she was a member of the fall dance team and trained at The Difference Dance Company.

She started her collegiate dance career at the University of Eau Claire and later transferred to Minnesota State University, Mankato. From her sophomore through senior year, she was a member of the Mankato dance team and earned five national titles during her time there.

Sara graduated from MNSU in 2025 and holds a Bachelor of Science in Communication and Media with a minor in Marketing. She currently teaches at Spotlight Dance Company in Mankato, her home studio in Illinois, and other studios in the area. She’s excited to bring her experience and energy to Edina and is passionate about helping dancers grow both on and off the floor.

Sara's EDT Mission Statement: As an Assistant Varsity Coach of the Edina Dance Team, my mission is to create a positive, disciplined, and empowering environment where dancers are encouraged to grow as athletes, artists, and individuals. I strive to foster a strong sense of team unity, work ethic, and personal accountability while emphasizing technical excellence, performance quality, and school spirit. Through dedication, support, and high standards, I aim to help each dancer reach their full potential both on and off the floor.

This is Brooke’s second year coaching the Edina Dance Team. She grew up in Apple Valley, Minnesota, where she started dancing at the age of 3. Brooke danced competitively for 11 years, starting at Studio 4 Dance in Burnsville, Minnesota, and on to dancing for the Eastview Lightning Dance Team. While Brooke was on LDT, her team won 8 state titles, including 4 state championships.

Brooke graduated from Minnesota State University, Mankato, in December of 2020 with a Bachelor of Science in Special Education. Brooke is back at Minnesota State University, Mankato, as she started graduate school this summer and is working towards her Master’s of Science in Special Education. Brooke started her teaching career at Edina High School as a student teacher in the Fall of 2020 and became a full-time Special Education Teacher in January of 2021. Brooke has loved expanding her role within Edina Public Schools and being part of the EDT family!!

Brooke’s EDT Mission Statement: My mission as an Assistant Coach of the Edina Dance Team is to provide a positive and welcoming environment while inspiring and empowering our dancers to achieve their fullest potential both on and off the dance floor while fostering a supportive and inclusive community that values hard work, dedication, and passion for dance. I encourage our team to be confident and respectful dancers committed to growth, teamwork, and positively representing their school. 

The 2025-2026 season will be Victoria's 14th season of bringing her experience and expertise to the Edina Dance Team. She loves getting to work with the youngest dancers on Edina's squads and introducing them to the great legacy that is Edina High School Athletics.

Victoria has over 40 years of dance and teaching experience. Her students and choreography have received top honors throughout the state and nation.  Victoria's dancers can be seen on college dance teams across the country and working for professional cheerleading squads, national touring shows, on Broadway and with dance companies from coast to coast.

Victoria is so excited for this season.  She can’t wait to work with the amazing EDT coaching staff and start a new group of B-Squad dancers on the path to Edina Dance Team excellence.

Victoria’s EDT Mission Statement: My mission as the B-Squad Head Coach is to introduce our 7th and 8th grade dancers to the exciting world of high school dance team.  Through a safe, respectful and supportive environment, I will help the dancers grow in their dance training and life skills, as we navigate the realities of competition, school and the balance it takes to be a successful student athlete.