DanceLife Magazine
2025
Beyond The Spotlight
We Needed a Break! Creating a New York Dance Adventure BY APRIL NELSON
Are you ready to step outside the competition circuit and explore dance in a whole new way? Our school offers both competitive and non-competitive opportunities for our dancers, from community performances to dance industry competitions. These experiences allow our students to grow, build confidence, and showcase their talents in diverse settings. Summer dance conventions are educational, fun, and full of camaraderie! They are also stressful, nerve-wracking, and test every ounce
of your being. As dance school owners and teachers, it’s an extension of what we do daily throughout the year—just compacted into 7+ days of madness. It’s exhilarating, exhausting, and rewarding all at once! This year, we are taking a break from a national convention and heading to New York City for a 4-day customized tour. Over 30 dancers and family members will be headed to The Big Apple to see two Broadway plays, visit professional dance schools, and share meals together. There will also be time to explore the city, experience iconic landmarks, and enjoy unique
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