Terra has always had a love and passion for the art of dance since she was very young. She graduated from Georgia College and State University with a MPA Degree, but always knew dancing was her calling. In 2000, she decided to take a class at Hayiya Dance Theatre in which she was asked to join the African Dance Troupe. During this time, she developed a love for African Dance and performed in the Opening Act for the late Mr. James Brown. After two years, she decided to further pursue the art by co-founding Sashei African Inspired Music and Dance Assemble. While providing leadership for the group, Terra instructed many children and adults in the art of African Dance. She worked as a dance instructor for the Tubman African American Museum, Mercer University Upward Bound Program, Macon Housing Authority and other organizations. Terra also received professional dance training from Yousouff Kombassa of Guinea, West Africa, Dijan Tie of the Ivory Coast, FungAfrica Congolese Professional Assemble, Sabrina McKenzie and Dance Nia Studio of Atlanta, Ga. Mrs. Hitchcock is the owner of Kali Dance Studio for the Arts in which they have served over 5,000 or more students since its opening in 2007 in beautiful downtown Macon, Ga. The studio has impacted the community and established relationships throughout the Middle Georgia Area with organizations such as the The Cherry Blossom Festival, Bibb County School System, I-Heart Radio, Central Georgia Technical College, The Douglass Theatre, The Tubman Museum, Georgia Wellness and Fitness Festival just to name a few. Her students have performed for greats such as Victoria Rowell of the Young and the Restless and many others.

Terra is also Certified in Zumba, Ballet Barre, Functional Flexibility and Fascia Training. She has received Pro Status in Figure, Swimsuit, and Sportswear Competitions. She was the Dance Teacher for the Miller Fine Arts Magnet School for 9 years. At that time she established Miller’s first Performing Dance Team. She was also the Choreographer for the Lion King and Beauty and the Beast Productions in which they received stellar reviews. She has been promoted as Director of Fine Arts for Cirrus Academy where she hopes to inspire students to not only pursue their passion for the arts, but also become well-rounded individuals in their prospective fields. She also strives to be a positive example and mentor to her students. Mrs. Hitchcock believes in living a healthy lifestyle and encourages her students to do the same.