I started dancing when I was about 3 years old. My mom always saw me dancing around the house and instantly knew I should be put in classes. It has been 16 years (almost 17) since I have started my passion and hobby. Dance is one of the most influential things in my life.

Everyone has something in their life they can fall back on or something that is used as an outlet for stress, tension and as an escape. I think it is super important for everyone to find that one thing.

Having a rough day? Dance can fix it. Going through a breakup? Dance can help. Need a way to express any emotions? Dance is a way to do so.

Dancers can take any situation they are dealing with in their daily lives and use that energy in their movements and dances. They can portray characters and breathe new life into a dance based on their feelings. It is such a wonderful privilege to be able to use the art of dance as a form of expression.

Searching for that one thing that can seem to make your problems go away is all worth it once you find it. It will give you a different outlook on life in the best way possible.

I have gained so much knowledge through the art of dancing and through working with my teammates and best friends. Dance is and will always be my first love. It has taught me to be patient, hardworking and extremely creative. It has taught me to never give up and to always strive to do better. I am so thankful to have found something that has helped me with so much in life and will continue to do so. I am forever grateful for the art of dance.