She/Her

Ashlyn Grummett has been dancing since the age of three. Starting with ballet, jazz and tap, she quickly grew a liking for Ukrainian dance as well. Through the years she expanded her disciplines to add contemporary, lyrical, pointe and musical theatre.

After 11 years of studying Ukrainian dance under former Shumka dancer, Doug Rachinski, Ashlyn joined the Viter Ukrainian Dancers and Folk Choir ensemble. In her five years with Viter she performed at many events.  Among the most memorable, a tour of Ukraine in 2016 and New York City, Philadelphia, and Ottawa in 2018. In addition, Ashlyn held a position on the Board of Directors for 3 years and Co-Chaired the 25th Anniversary Committee.

To supplement her dance journey, Ashlyn was part of the cast of Blood of Our Soil, a theatre production where through dance, she brought to life the monologue of a Ukrainian woman sharing her story as a third generation Ukrainian immigrant. She also performed in the FIFA World Cup Opening Ceremonies.

Ashlyn is a second generation Shumka dancer as she follows in her mother’s footsteps. She has enjoyed sitting on the Board of Executives and looks forward to more opportunities to grow within the company. Outside of dance, Ashlyn works as a French Immersion Elementary Teacher and is excited to continue her career in education.