Erin Leslie

Some lovely words from our Senior student Erin Leslie who is studying at University whilst still attending her weekly classes at Danceworld.

I have been with the Danceworld family for 17 years now from starting at a young age of 2 with just ballet tap and jazz. Attending the summer schools gave me an opportunity to try out different styles such as contemporary and acro which lead to me joining both. Danceworld isn’t just a part of my routine it is a second family to me. At Danceworld we are given lots of opportunities to sit exams and in which I am about to sit my RAD Intermediate ballet exam which wouldn’t have been possible without the time the teachers dedicate to us. Being given corrections might seem hard however it is only to benefits us and make us stronger dancers. Being part of the competition team has given me the ability to be a part of a team that supports and encourages each other, the friendships I’ve built over the years will be for life and the experience of going out and being on that comp stage is the best feeling. Being part of this team has given me the motivation to not just work for yourself however each one of your teammates. The encouragement all the teacher give, gives you the confidence to try new things and push yourself in which led me to try out for the competition team three years ago which I would of never went for if it wasn’t for the push. I tend to have a lot of anxiety about things but being able to come and either dance syllabus or free work helped me a lot. I started University this year and by still coming to dancing allowed me to stay grounded, dancing gave me a sense of normality and a safe place when I was stressed. I think it’s real important to know that you do not have to leave when you go to university or college, by keeping dancing your keeping yourself healthy both mentally and physically. At Danceworld we get an opportunity to show off at the dance shows, this is always such a fun time as we get to see the full dance school as well as perform to our parents. I love the shows as it’s something I feel I can perform in and show my family how much I have grown since the last show. This will be my 12th show year and I can’t wait to continue. I love how we get to have the best costumes and best choreography, it’s such a fun time even the lead up when we show of our dances to each class.