My Story

I grew up in Gastonia, NC and spent my whole childhood in my hometown ballet studio. At 18 I moved to Charleston, SC for college where I took on other hobbies instead. I found dance again when I took flamenco lessons in Spain, where I lived for the past 2 years! Now I’m back in NC, just started a Master’s of Occupational Therapy degree at UNC Chapel Hill, and am thrilled to have the chance to dance again and find this community 😊.

What TDW Means to Me

Dance has always been my favorite form of creative expression, my favorite form of exercise, and a huge source of joy in my life. However, as fun and amazing as growing up in dance was, the stress and pressure of constant corrections, pain, and dedication took its toll; and I needed a break. But, I missed it! I SO wanted a way to get back to dancing in a way that wouldn’t be my whole life again, but that I could truly enjoy the art form which I love so much. TDW has given me just that! When Jules welcomes dancers who have come back to dance after years, she says, “Welcome home…” and I’m so happy to be home!