Dance Arts Development Center

It’s hard to put into words what this group means to us. We’ve watched you grow up in our studio, celebrate milestones, overcome challenges, and create memories that will last a lifetime. Thank you for sharing your journey with us. While we’ll miss seeing you in the studio, we’re excited to watch you take on the world. Congratulations, seniors—we are endlessly proud of you. 💙🎓✨ Thank you to every teacher and office staff who has had an impact with their hands and hearts on our Seniors.



Ethan- The Hartt School Ethan Jensen Ethan Jensen
Sophia “Peanut”- Molloy University Sophia Chillemi
Emily - Suffolk Community College Emily Ulrich
Taylor- University of Rhode Island taylor
Reese- James Madison University Reese
Sophia Luna- Iona University Sophia Luna Sophia Luna
Kaitlyn- Clemson University Kaitlyn Reingold

💫 This is your moment. 💫. Our Competition Team Auditions are officially open!

Whether you’re looking to challenge yourself, build confidence, create lasting friendships, or perform on stage, we’d love to see you there.

📅 [6/23/26]
⏰ [view flyer]
📍 [Register online: www.danceartsLI.com, select location, create portal, click competition team auditions]

Take the leap. Chase your goals. Dance your heart out.

✨ We can’t wait to see what you bring to the floor. Private auditions available.

✨ RED CARPET WEEK IS HERE! ✨
Don’t forget to bring your energy, smiles, and performance-ready attitude to class this week! 🌟
📸 Dress your best
💃 Bring your dance shoes
⭐ Get ready to shine on the red carpet
We can’t wait to celebrate all of our amazing dancers as we present your year end medals

Strike a pose! 📸💖
Dance Picture Day is almost here — we can’t wait to capture your sparkle! ✨ 5/30 Islip Terrace * 5/31 St James.
(schedule resent to emails)

Dance Master Class with .santiago

Focused training in technique, performance, choreography, and confidence. Open to all serious dancers looking to grow.
📅 [5/31/26]
⏰ [5pm to 7pm]
📍 [St James Location]
Register now $45 non-members/DM us— limited availability.

⭐️Competition 2 Highlights⭐️ 🖤🤍🩷

ADVANCED GROUPS

Advanced Teen Line
1st - The Inevitable

Advanced Sr Small Groups
1st - Break Ya Neck
2nd - Kerosene
3rd - Sorry
4th - Clouds

Advanced Sr Large Groups
1st - Why Do We Run
2nd - The In-Betweens Of Romance
3rd - Team USA
4th - K-DOT
5th - I Don’t Think About You
6th - Distortion
7th - Miracle Makers

Legend League Invites: The Inevitable, Why Do We Run, The In-Betweens Of Romance, Kerosene, I Don’t Think About You, & Team USA

Legendary Award:
Best Technique - Why Do We Run

Special Awards:
Explosive Energy - Team USA

IDA Making The Impact Award - Break Ya Neck

Legend (Advanced) Top Studio - The Inevitable

Legendary Finals Champions - The Inevitable

⭐️Competition 2 Highlights⭐️ 🖤🤍🩷
INTERMEDIATE GROUPS

Intermediate Jr Small Groups
1st - Runway Ready

Intermediate Jr Large Group
1st - Something Big
2nd - The Village In Between
3rd - Beliebers
4th - More Than Just

Intermediate Teen Small Groups
1st - Funeral
2nd - Who’s Calling
3rd - Funky D
5th - The Cup Of Life
7th - Hustler
8th - Fame

Intermediate Teen Large Groups
1st - You Will Be Found
4th - Who We Are
6th - Rivalry

Intermediate Teen Line
1st - Jeopardy

Intermediate Sr Large Group
1st - The Safari
2nd - What A Man Gotta Do?

Legend League Invites: Runway Ready, Who’s Calling, The Safari, Funeral, Something Big, You Will Be Found, & Funky D

Legendary Awards:
Most Entertaining - The Safari
Top Choreography - You Will Be Found

Icon (Intermediate) Top Studio - You Will Be Found

Legendary Finals 1st Runners Up - You Will Be Found