I have not met Sarala Prideaux, the owner of Great South Dance Academy. Paul traveled to New Zealand for filming and photographs and met her in 2018. He has talked a lot about her and the dance school since he first met her, over 6 years ago. He said,
“What makes Sarala truly stand out is her unique ability to be both highly technical and deeply personal with her students. She brings a warmth and attentiveness that you might not expect from someone so focused on precision. Her team reflects the same values-holding high standards while creating an environment where everyone is welcomed.”
Photo of Great South Dance Academy, Dakota
As I watched the videos multiple times for Great South Dance Academy, I could not stop smiling, laughing, and feeling my heart soaring with these young women. I was in awe. One of the young ladies, Dakota, said her stresses disappear when she is dancing. She said,
“I feel a lot more free when I dance. You know, the stress I’ve been having at school just goes away.”
I agree with her. I am just watching the videos and I have no awareness of stress or anything painful while seeing these beautiful ladies perform and practice.
Meet Amy
Photo of Great South Dance Academy, Amy
“I was a teacher just because I have had so many years here, and I’ve learned so much, and so if I can give back even just a small portion of that, that would be fantastic.”
-Amy, Great South Dance Academy
From their website:
“Great South Dance Academy is an Auckland ballet and dance school for everyone.
At our Auckland dance studios, we offer dance classes in Ballet, Hip Hop, Jazz, Contemporary, Acro, Musical Theatre, Tap, and Adult classes.”
“Dance probably isn’t looked at as a sport normally, but I see it as one of the most demanding of sports. You’ve to be on your game all the time, you’ve got to be disciplined, you’ve got to be perfect, you’ve got to be right, and you’ve got to work with your team.” –David, Father of Tyger
The Most Demanding of Sports
Great South Dance Academy Videos
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