06/15/2026
Congratulations to the class of 2026! We are so proud of the humans you have become and can't wait to see how you change the world.
Today's featured grad is Rayah!
Favourite style of dance
My favourite style of dance is lyrical and jazz because I love the energy, performance quality of jazz and how expressive lyrical can be. I also love how both styles mixes technique with personality and lets me express both sides of me!
Next year plans
Next year, I’m going to attend Harbour Dance Centre ITP program, where I’m excited to continue growing as a dancer, train with new instructors, and push myself both technically and artistically. I’m really looking forward to all the new experiences and opportunities that will come with it.
Fav memories
One of my most cherished memories from dance is being part of the TA program and getting the opportunity to connect with all of the younger girls. They are such incredible, inspiring, talented, kind kids and the relationships I have been fortunate enough to built with them have genuinely changed my life. Getting to watch them grow not only as dancers, but also as people, has been incredibly meaningful to me. Being someone they look up to while also learning so much from them myself is something I will always be grateful for. These kids have made me realize that you should hold onto all the little things in life and never be afraid to silly once in awhile!
Advice
Always remember progress takes time! Never compare yourself to anyone around you. You are uniquely you! Use that to find what makes you special! Be the hardest worker in the room. Stay humble and kind, and Never let go of the reason why you dance. Put yourself out there! Lastly never take yourself too seriously be silly, act crazy, laugh lots but most importantly look back on where you came from and where you are now and enjoy that feeling it’s not the destination it’s the journey!
