Alumni – Why I Dance – Josiah Lax

I first began dancing at The Pretenders Studio as an outlet for creative expression, but found so much more than a typical dance lesson. Not only was I given excellent training and a strong technical foundation, but the ability to express myself freely thanks to the warm, loving, and supportive environment. The Pretenders family helped…

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Why I Dance – Rina Bachrad

I found out about the Pretenders Studio from my cousin, Evyn. I was instantly interested and wanted to start taking classes there. I felt scared when I first walked into the studio; I had only ever danced for physical education at my school. Fortunately, everyone was extremely kind, and I felt comfortable very quickly. I…

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Why I Dance – Isla Meehan-Smith

Many people, when they consider this question , say that they dance as a form of expression. They say that coming into the studio they can leave behind the stresses of life and just forget for a little while. I tend to disagree with this. Although I do agree that I dance as a form…

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