Name: Hannah Walker Age: 11 Favorite Style of Dance: Lyrical The Dancer Who Inspires You The Most: Miss Whitney Favorite Food: Pizza Favorite TV Show: Sugar Rush Favorite Musical Artist/Group: Taylor Swift What do you want to be when you grow up? Teacher Favorite Holiday: Christmas Where would you like to vacation one day? Hawaii Fun Fact: I love animals

Name: Marissa Tranter Age: 10 Favorite Style of Dance: Jazz The Dancer Who Inspires You The Most: Miss Alyssa and Miss Lauren Favorite Food: Salad Favorite TV Show: iCarly Favorite Musical Artist/Group: Imagine Dragons What do you want to be when you grow up? A TDA Instructor or a dancer on Broadway Favorite Holiday: Christmas Where would you like to vacation one day? Florida Fun Fact: I’m on Performance Team.

Ballet plays a very large role in the success of a dancer in all other styles. The technique, control, strength and flexibility you gain in ballet is the foundation you need to elevate the latest leaps, perfect your pirouettes and distort the traditional line. On top of the physical benefits, it also enhances your focus, dedication and mental health! Here are a few reasons why ballet is a crucial part of a dancer’s training. Body Awareness & Structural Knowledge: While practi

Meet Miss Peyton Langworthy! Age: 10 Favorite Style of Dance: Lyrical or Acro The Dancer Who Inspires You The Most: Misty Copeland Favorite Food: Steak Favorite TV Show: The Loud House Favorite Musical Artist/Group: LeeAnn Womack What do you want to be when you grow up? Dancer Favorite Holiday: Easter Where would you like to vacation one day? Bora Bora Fun Fact: I went to Minnesota this summer for a dance convention.

One of the most special moments for a child during the dance season is when they try on their costume for the first time. After a little anticipation and patience waiting for the orders to come in, they FALL IN LOVE. It makes them feel like a princess, a prince or a super cool hip hop dancer! This unique outfit is all their own, they get to keep it and it simply puts a smile on their face! It really is more than just an outfit. It’s a memory, a gift and a priceless piece of h