05/18/2026
So proud of our graduating senior Fia as she begins an exciting new chapter! It’s been so special watching her grow not only as a dancer, but the amazing person she is today.
We know there are amazing things ahead for her, and we can’t wait to keep cheering her on!
Once part of our dance family, always part of our dance family. We love you, Fia! 🩵🥹💚
Senior Spotlight! 🖤🎓 Let’s get to know Fia Sterry, a graduating senior dancing into their next chapter this season! ⬇️
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Next year, I’ll be attending Elon University in North Carolina as a Sports Management major. I was also accepted into the School of Communications Fellows Program, which I’m so excited about. I can’t wait to start this next chapter and keep growing my passion for sports, leadership, and communications.
I’ve been dancing for 13 years now — basically most of my life!
My favorite routine I’ve ever competed was our trio to “You Don’t Own Me.” We got to be super sassy and really lean into the attitude of the song, which made it so fun to perform. It was a mix of jazz, acro, and musical theater, and I loved the confidence it brought out in me. Getting to dance it with my teammates made it even more special. It’s a routine I’ll never forget and I still watch the videos.
My favorite studio memory is going to Sonny’s with the team before or after competitions in Lakeland. Those dinners were always full of laughs. I used to say the baby back ribs were my “secret weapon” before going on stage. It became our little tradition, and I’ll remember those meals just as much as the dances themselves.
What I’ll miss most about my studio is the support and environment the team and teachers create. I’ll always remember running from flag football practice to Town Hall, taking off my cleats and putting on my pointe shoes. No matter how sweaty or a little muddy I was, I was welcomed and never judged. They always let me be myself. I could be an athlete and still be a ballerina, and that kind of space is really special.
My advice is to not compare yourself to other people and to never be afraid to be authentically you. It’s okay to be different. That’s what makes you stand out. Especially for the girls, stay strong and confident. The world needs strong, supportive women, and dance is such an amazing place to grow into that kind of person. Have each other’s backs and show what it means to be a leading lady. And always remember why you started dancing in the first place. Hold onto that love for it. It’s what brought me back after a two-year break.
