Pinnell Dance Centre

Senior Spotlight Gabrielle Donaldson!

“My time at Pinnell has truly been one of the best journeys of my life, and I am so grateful for everything this studio has given me. Some of my favorite memories are all the little moments with my friends and all the unforgettable experiences we’ve shared together. One of the moments I’ll miss the most is right before going on stage when we all do our “OSU mark circle.” Standing there with my team is a feeling like no other and I wouldn’t trade that for the world! 🥹

As I start my next chapter, I’m excited to attend the University of Kentucky, where I’ll be majoring in Psychology and dancing as a member on the dance team! While I can’t wait for what’s ahead, a part of my heart will always be at Pinnell. Thank you for the memories, the friendships, and all the opportunities you’ve given me. Thank you Pinnell!!” 🫶🏾🤍

Gabby, it’s hard to believe your time at PDC is coming to an end after dancing here for so many years. Watching you grow into the incredible dancer and performer you are today has been such a joy!
When you step on stage, it feels like a party has started. Your energy is contagious, your personality shines so brightly, and you have a way of making everyone smile the second the music begins. You are simply so much fun to watch, and there is never a performance where you don’t light up the room.

Truly, there is nothing you can’t do. From your sky-high jumps to your amazing turns, you bring so much power and confidence to every performance. What makes you even more impressive is your attention to detail — every movement is intentional, polished, and full of heart. You have such a special way of combining strength, entertainment, and artistry all at once.

We are going to miss your upbeat energy so much, but we know you are going to do amazing things on the Kentucky Dance Team. We cannot wait to cheer you on as you take on this exciting next stage. Your future is so bright, and we are so proud of you! 🦅♥️

Senior Spotlight, Claire Wise!

“15 years ago I walked into my first dance class at 3 years old, never realizing how much dance would shape my life. As I graduate from Gahanna Lincoln High School, it’s hard to put into words how bittersweet this moment truly feels. Leaving home, my studio, and the people who have been part of my everyday life for so many years is heartbreaking. Dance has been more than just a sport to me it has been my safe place, my second home, and such a huge part of who I am.
Words truly can’t describe the impact that Pinnell and dance have had on me over the years. Thank you to every teacher who believed in me, pushed me, and helped shape me into the person and dancer I am today.
Thank you, Pinnell, for giving me a place that will always feel like home. 🤍
I’m so excited to continue my journey at Ohio University studying Hearing, Speech, and Language Sciences with a minor in Psychology while dancing on the Ohio University Dance Team.
Go Bobcats 💚”

Claire, it’s hard to imagine PDC without you. You have been part of our studio for so long, and watching you grow into the dancer and person you are today has been such a joy. Every time you step on stage, you dance with so much passion and heart — it pours through every movement, and it always feels like there is nowhere else you’d rather be.

You have always been an absolute powerhouse. From your unforgettable turning sections, iconic leg holds, and the ultimate jazz facials, you were born to perform! You dance with such confidence, strength, and control and have a way of making difficult things look effortless.
What we admire most, though, is who you are beyond the dancer. You are dependable, dedicated, respectful, and always so wonderful with our younger dancers. You are an incredible mentor and the way you lead by example never goes unnoticed. Claire, we know you are going to do amazing things, and we cannot wait to cheer you with the Ohio University Dance Team. We are so proud of you and cannot wait to see all that is ahead for you! 🦅♥️

“Everyone deserves a chance to fly” 💚🩷

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Senior Spotlight Peyton Gaillard!
“I have been dancing at Pinnell since I was 3 years old, and it has truly become my home away from home. Through Pinnell, I found my people, my passion, and a second family. I will miss the late-night laughs, early morning competition greetings, and all of the memories made along the way. My time at Pinnell is something I will cherish forever, and it will always hold a special place in my heart. I am so grateful for all of the staff who have poured so much into me and helped shape me into the person and dancer I am today.
In the fall, I will be attending the University of Tennessee to study marketing while also being a member of the dance team.”

Peyton, what an incredible journey it has been watching you grow into the dancer and person you are today. A true beast on stage, your relentless hard work, determination, and ability to make even the toughest tricks look effortless have always set you apart. From your sky-high jumps that command everyone’s attention to your ability to nail any trick the first time, you have always brought power, confidence, and passion to the stage.

Beyond your talent, your team spirit is something truly special. You are kind, supportive, and always put your team first while lifting up everyone around you. We will miss having you as our Eagle — a title you wore proudly (and stylishly). You always represented PDC in the best way while making everyone feeling proud of their accomplishments and somehow always making us laugh.

Your amazing dance career has been so exciting to watch, and while we will miss the energy you bring to class each week, we are beyond excited to continue cheering you on as you step onto this new stage in life. We know you are going to flourish on the Tennessee dance team and accomplish incredible things. Keep shining, keep soaring, and keep chasing every dream with the same passion and determination that has always made you so special. We are so proud of you, Peyton! 🦅♥️

🌟 Get Ready for Jrette! 🌟
Calling all incoming 1st–4th graders! 🎉

Join us for our 4-Week “Get Ready for Jrette” Session at Pinnell Dance Centre! This exciting program is the perfect opportunity for dancers to build skills, gain confidence, and have fun while exploring Jazz, Tap, and Lyrical dance styles. 💃✨

Whether you’re preparing for Jrette Competition Team auditions or simply looking for a fun way to dance this summer, this session is for you!

🎵 Learn new techniques
🌟 Build performance skills
💖 Make new friends
💃 Dance, grow, and have fun!

Don’t miss this fantastic chance to get moving and shine on the dance floor. We can’t wait to dance with you!

Spots are limited—register today! 🎉✨

Senior Spotlight Mia Rowe!

“It feels so surreal to be writing this because it honestly feels like just yesterday I walked into the studio for the very first time as a fourth grader. Looking back now, I realize this place has shaped me into the person I am today in more ways than I ever could have imagined. Pinnell taught me far more than technique and performance, it taught me confidence, resilience, kindness, and the importance of uplifting the people around you. It showed me what it means to be part of a team that feels like family.
One of the most meaningful parts of my time at the studio has been teaching and working with the younger dancers. Watching them grow into talented, confident dancers has been incredibly rewarding and inspiring.
Next year, I am so excited to continue dancing as a member of the official dance team at West Virginia University. I will also be studying English and Economics in the WVU Honors College while pursuing a pre-law track. None of this would have been possible without the endless support of my teachers, my best friends, and my family. Thank you for believing in me, encouraging me, and helping me chase this dream. I’m so grateful for everything this studio has given me, and leaving this chapter behind is truly bittersweet. I will miss this place with my whole heart 🫶”

Mia, we have absolutely loved having you at PDC! Your kindness, encouraging spirit, and constant support for those around you never go unnoticed. You are always the one cheering on your teammates, lifting others up, and getting everyone going with your positive energy. Whether flying through the air with your killer jumps or commanding the stage with those beautiful lines & iconic tricks, you have a way of capturing attention every time you perform. Beyond your talent, you have been such a bright light to our younger dancers — always kind, thoughtful and someone they look up to.
We know you are going to absolutely kill it on the WVU Dance Team, and we can’t wait to cheer you on in this next chapter. Once PDC family, always PDC family. We are so proud of you, Mia! 🦅♥️