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Why I Dance – Skyler Wight
Ever since I was a little girl, I loved to dance. But, I reached a very difficult moment just prior to the start of my senior year of high school when I feared I had fallen out of love. I knew that if I was going to be able to reignite that passion, then I…
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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 – Noa Liberman
From as far back as I can remember, my favorite memories are around visiting my grandparents’ house where I choreographed dance routines with my cousins. It was within those moments that my love and passion for dance was founded. My big sister is the best dancer I know. Her exceptional talent has is an inspiration…
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Why I Dance – Sydney Lippman
I started dancing at The Pretenders Studio about six years ago. I remember the scared feeling I had when I first walked in. It was a totally new experience and environment for me. But as I began taking my first class, I loved it! Dancing is such a fun thing for me to do. Ever…
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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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Why I Dance – Lucia Castro
I am not the kind of person who talks in front of the class. I’m not the kind of person who asks questions easily and I most definitely feel as though I “can’t”. Ever since I was a kid I was always shy. I mean, I was so shy that my mom had to drag…
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Why I Dance – Andrea Reyn Tryggvadottir
As company and I were getting ready to perform at our local pier, one person stood out. There were many performances before us, some Latin dances and mariachi bands of all ages. I can’t help but remember this one woman marching her bare feet on the wooden planks of the pier, flailing her arms about…
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Why I Dance – Lucienne Domingue
My name is Lucienne Domingue, I am 14 years old and dance has been a very important thing in my life since before I can remember. I joined The Pretenders Studio after my older sister Blythe did, and that was one of the greatest decisions I have ever made. I dance not just because of…
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