About Our Studio
We believe that dance education creates memories and skill that last a lifetime, through understanding the importance of community, teamwork, and dedication. GDA offers competitive and recreational dance education for all ages, including adult dance classes. It is important to us, that our dancers experience well rounded training by offering and encouraging knowledge in a multitude of dance styles starting with Tap, Ballet and Jazz.
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While developing technique and skill is one of GDAs top priorities, our students also gain self confidence, self control, and coordination, along with experience and knowledge that will carry on to their personal and professional lives. Our founder and lead instructor/choreographer Kirsten Genovese has implemented her professional dance education and experience within each curriculum. Our studio provides a healthy safe environment for education and growth while learning professional level technique and skill. Whether you are with us for a season or a lifetime, the knowledge and skills gained from your experiences with us will stay with you forever.
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Dance & Acrobatics classes for Children, Teens and Adults
Classes and events for all ages and interests as well as special family fun activities throughout the year. ​
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It is our priority that our students experience true dance technique training.
It makes all of the difference in safety and ability to execute skill and movement SAFELY.
Why Parents Love our programs so much?
Professionally Trained, Experienced and Certified Adult Faculty
MEET KIRSTEN
STUDIO OWNER ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
LEAD TEACHER
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Kirsten Genovese is a multifaceted professional, excelling as a dancer, choreographer, and dedicated instructor for over 13 years. With a deep commitment to the craft, earning an active 8 year membership with New York City Actors Equity Association.
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A North Carolina native, Kirsten began her dance journey at the age of 2 years old, by her teacher Nina Wheeler, who had a profound impact on her life. Furthering her commitment as company dancer, gaining extensive professional training, knowledge and technique, through class, performance opportunities and competitions. Kirsten, received a multitude of scholarships and special awards through her years as a Company Dancer, while also serving a greater cause for her community by raising money through dance for the children of Duke Hospital performing
for the Multiple Choices Jazz Show benefit for over 20 years.
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Kirsten completing her professional education at East Carolina University's Theatre and Dance Program, receiving her BFA in Dance Performance in 2015. Having studied under some of the dance industries greatest, Patti Weeks, Tommi Galaska, Galina Panova, Roni Koresh & Koresh Dance Company, Hannah Brictson and River North Dance Chicago, Hope Boykin of Alvin Ailey, Richard Smith and Jennifer Archibald. With opportunities attending and performing at ACDFA, Jazz Dance World Congress and numerous conferences throughout the United States and performing within many distinguished theatres across the country. The most superlative, being the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C.
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While performing is one of Kirsten's greatest passions, she also has a deep love for teaching and shaping children's lives through the art of dance. She values the development dance provides that go well beyond what meets the eye of an audience. Kirsten is most interested in creating original choreography that develops a mature understanding at each level and age of dancer. She believes whole-heartedly that talent must be matched by hard work to achieve one’s true potential. She encourages students to be mindful and patient when working towards their goals- and expects a steady commitment to attending class on a regular basis in order to see the results of their efforts.
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