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Monday 3pm - 9:30pm Tuesday 3pm - 9:30pm Wednesday 3pm - 9:30pm Thursday 3pm - 9:30pm Friday 3pm - 6:30pm Saturday 9:30am - 3:30pm

http://www.thrivedancecenter.com/

Thrive Dance Center, 3623 Old Conejo Road, Ste 100, Newbury Park, CA (2026)

06/05/2026

🎓 Senior Spotlight: Brett Pfahler 🎓

We love our Senior Class of 2026 and we can't wait to see how they Thrive after graduation! Today we are celebrating Brett! 🎉

What school will you be attending? Or what are your other after high school plans?
"University of Utah"

What are you planning to study in school?
"Dance and Political Science"

What is your favorite dance genre?
"Ballet"

How many years have you been dancing?
"15 years"

What will you always remember from your time at Thrive?
"I’ll never forget the kudos, high fives, and hugs from dancers and teachers. I’ll never forget laughing while stretching and cheering for my friends when they dance."

What do you love about your Thrive family?
"It was scary to start at a new studio as a senior, but everyone was so welcoming and made me feel like a part of a family."

If you could give a message or a piece of advice to younger dancers, what would it be?
"Positive attitude changes everything."

Congratulations Brett, your Thrive Family loves you! 💜💚

06/05/2026

🎓 Senior Spotlight: Chloe Scacheri 🎓

We love our Senior Class of 2026 and we can't wait to see how they Thrive after graduation! Today we are celebrating Chloe! 🎉

What school will you be attending? Or what are your other after high school plans?
"Rider University"

What are you planning to study in school?
"Acting for Film, Television, and Theatre"

What is your favorite dance genre?
"Jazz"

How many years have you been dancing?
"4 years"

What will you always remember from your time at Thrive?
"I will always remember warming up in Saturday musical theatre classes with all of my friends!"

What do you love about your Thrive family?
"I love that Thrive has been there for me as I have changed as a dancer and performer, and I love that they provide a safe space for me to be myself and express myself through dance."

If you could give a message or a piece of advice to younger dancers, what would it be?
"Don’t be afraid to go for it, you will only become a better dancer if you put yourself out there."

Congratulations Chloe, your Thrive Family loves you! 💜💚

06/05/2026

🎓 Senior Spotlight: Emilie Murry 🎓

We love our Senior Class of 2026 and we can't wait to see how they Thrive after graduation! Today we are celebrating Emilie! 🎉

What school will you be attending? Or what are your other after high school plans?
"I will be attending New York University!"

What are you planning to study in school?
"I will be a part of the Liberal Studies Core Program and intend to move into Health Sciences after."

What is your favorite dance genre?
"Lyrical and Musical Theatre"

How many years have you been dancing?
"7 years"

What will you always remember from your time at Thrive?
"The way I learned to support others and generate positivity around myself."

What do you love about your Thrive family?
"I love the positive energy and constant support!"

If you could give a message or a piece of advice to younger dancers, what would it be?
"Don't compare yourself to others, in dance and in life, because we're all different people going through different parts of our life."

Congratulations Emilie, your Thrive Family loves you! 💜💚

06/04/2026

🎓 Senior Spotlight: Avary Hutchins 🎓

We love our Senior Class of 2026 and we can't wait to see how they Thrive after graduation! Today we are celebrating Avary! 🎉

What school will you be attending? Or what are your other after high school plans?
"California State University Long Beach"

What are you planning to study in school?
"I am majoring in marketing. However, I do want to continue my dance career in one way or another."

What is your favorite dance genre?
"My favorite dance genre would either be hip hop or contemporary"

How many years have you been dancing?
"15 years"

What will you always remember from your time at Thrive?
"I will always remember the connections I’ve made at Thrive. Not only the friendship, but the staff is so welcoming and is truly there for everyone."

What do you love about your Thrive family?
"I love that we all have the same drive and passion. It’s so great dancing and working with people that all want the best for each other and work hard to achieve similar goals."

If you could give a message or a piece of advice to younger dancers, what would it be?
"Over the years dancers can start comparing themselves to each other, they can lose confidence, or they may get burnt out. With that being said my advice to younger dancers is to never forget why you love to dance. I think it is so important to remember your passion as your passion drives your motivation."

Congratulations Avary, your Thrive Family loves you! 💜💚

06/04/2026

🎓 Senior Spotlight: Zach Paczkowski 🎓

We love our Senior Class of 2026 and we can't wait to see how they Thrive after graduation! Today we are celebrating Zach! 🎉

What school will you be attending? Or what are your other after high school plans?
"Shenandoah University"

What are you planning to study in school?
"BFA in Dance with a Minor in Entrepreneurship"

What is your favorite dance genre?
"Modern"

How many years have you been dancing?
"13 years"

What will you always remember from your time at Thrive?
"I will always remember the friendships and bonds I made with my peers and instructors, there is something very special about the people that come to Thrive. Thrive just does an amazing job at teaching kids what it really means to dance, to be confident, to have discipline, respect, and most importantly to have fun. Thrive is truly a special place and I believe that whoever gets the opportunity to grow up there really shouldn't take it for granted."

What do you love about your Thrive family?
"I love how supportive, inclusive and respectful people are in my Thrive family. I couldn't ask for anything more, everyone is so real, being able to grow up with these people has really been a unique experience because they are such strong and supportive people, that I am so grateful for."

If you could give a message or a piece of advice to younger dancers, what would it be?
"Stay true to you, be weird, be silly, leave every door open, take your time, and don't forget to smile."

Congratulations Zach, your Thrive Family loves you! 💜💚

06/04/2026

🎓 Senior Spotlight: Taylor Griggs 🎓

We love our Senior Class of 2026 and we can't wait to see how they Thrive after graduation! Today we are celebrating Taylor! 🎉

What school will you be attending? Or what are your other after high school plans?
"Moorpark College"

What are you planning to study in school?
"Nursing"

What is your favorite dance genre?
"Contemporary"

How many years have you been dancing?
"15 years"

What will you always remember from your time at Thrive?
"I will always remember the family and irreplaceable bonds I built at the studio."

What do you love about your Thrive family?
"I love the supportive environment the staff and students create and the energy and love everyone brings everyday."

If you could give a message or a piece of advice to younger dancers, what would it be?
"My advice to younger dancers would be to trust that everything works out for a reason and to be present and have fun."

Congratulations Taylor, your Thrive Family loves you! 💜💚

06/03/2026

🎓 Senior Spotlight: Colton Greenwaldt 🎓

We love our Senior Class of 2026 and we can't wait to see how they Thrive after graduation! Today we are celebrating Colton! 🎉

What school will you be attending? Or what are your other after high school plans?
"Point Park University"

What are you planning to study in school?
"Major in Dance and a Fast-Track MBA in Sports, Arts, Entertainment and Music Business"

What is your favorite dance genre?
"Contemporary/Lyrical"

How many years have you been dancing?
"14 years"

What will you always remember from your time at Thrive?
"I will always remember the fun moments I had with everyone at Thrive. The backstage memories, laughing during rehearsals, competitions, and all the little moments in between are the things that will stay with me forever."

What do you love about your Thrive family?
"What I love most about my Thrive family is that it never felt like we were just a group of dancers sharing a stage. We grew up together, supported each other through hard moments, celebrated each other’s successes, and created memories that will last forever. Thrive became a place where I always felt supported, encouraged, and surrounded by people who genuinely cared about one another."

If you could give a message or a piece of advice to younger dancers, what would it be?
"Scores and awards only matter for a moment, and will be forgotten about quickly, but the fun experiences and friendships from dance are the things you carry with you forever."

Congratulations Colton, your Thrive Family loves you! 💜💚

06/03/2026

🎓 Senior Spotlight: Ansley Ferqueron 🎓

We love our Senior Class of 2026 and we can't wait to see how they Thrive after graduation! Today we are celebrating Ansley! 🎉

What school will you be attending? Or what are your other after high school plans?
"University of Florida"

What are you planning to study in school?
"Nursing"

What is your favorite dance genre?
"Lyrical and Tap"

How many years have you been dancing?
"13 years"

What will you always remember from your time at Thrive?
"I will always remember the little moments spent with my team, whether that be our backstage huddles, breaks at the studio, giggles in class, or cheering on my best friends on stage. Of course, I won't ever forget dancing with my teammates, but what's truly made my experience at Thrive so unforgettable are all the small things in between!"

What do you love about your Thrive family?
"I love how our Thrive community truly is my second family. No matter what kind of day I've had, I can always trust that when I walk into the studio I will be greeted with smiles and leave all negative energy at the door. My teammates and teachers are the people I can always lean on and feel unconditionally supported by. The bonds that I've made through dance are truly like no other, and the friends I've made here I'll cherish forever!"

If you could give a message or a piece of advice to younger dancers, what would it be?
"I would tell younger dancers to trust their own process, and not be too hard on themselves. It's so easy to compare yourself to your teammates and other dancers, but everyone's dance journey looks different because everyone's lives are different. Give yourself some grace, and remember that if you're showing up and trying your hardest then you're on the right track!!"

Congratulations Ansley, your Thrive Family loves you! 💜💚

06/03/2026

🎓 Senior Spotlight: Madison Black 🎓

We love our Senior Class of 2026 and we can't wait to see how they Thrive after graduation! Today we are celebrating Madison! 🎉

What school will you be attending? Or what are your other after high school plans?
"Sacred Heart University"

What are you planning to study in school?
"Neuroscience (Pre Med)"

What is your favorite dance genre?
"Hip Hop"

How many years have you been dancing?
"8 years"

What will you always remember from your time at Thrive?
"The family that I have built here is truly specific and I will never forget the endless memories."

What do you love about your Thrive family?
"I love the welcoming and fun environment of Thrive. I always felt supported and loved."

If you could give a message or a piece of advice to younger dancers, what would it be?
"Make sure you are having fun & be grateful to be able to dance."

Congratulations Madison, your Thrive Family loves you! 💜💚

06/02/2026

🎓 Senior Spotlight: Brooke Bauwens 🎓

We love our Senior Class of 2026 and we can't wait to see how they Thrive after graduation! Today we are celebrating Brooke! 🎉

What school will you be attending? Or what are your other after high school plans?
"UCSB"

What are you planning to study in school?
"Psychological and Brain Sciences"

What is your favorite dance genre?
"Jazz"

How many years have you been dancing?
"14 years"

What will you always remember from your time at Thrive?
"I will always remember bonding with my friends and teammates and sharing my passion for dance."

What do you love about your Thrive family?
"I love that everyone is always rooting for each other and happy for each other's accomplishments."

If you could give a message or a piece of advice to younger dancers, what would it be?
"Remind yourself why you started dance and why you love to dance."

Congratulations Brooke, your Thrive Family loves you! 💜💚

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