Spotlight Studio

08/25/2026

Happy Birthday, Miss Raye! We hope your day is as wonderful as you are, and we are SO happy to have you home! There’s something extra special about watching one of your own dancers grow up, chase her dreams, and then come back home to inspire the next generation. We are so lucky to have Miss Raye sharing her talent, passion, creativity, and love of dance with our students. There is nothing quite like having someone who grew up within our Spotlight family return to pour everything she has learned into the dancers coming up behind her. Once a Spotlight dancer, always a Spotlight dancer.

08/20/2026

✨ Choreography magic with Kristin M. Thompson & Bradi Whitacre ! ✨

A HUGE thank you to these two incredible artists from K. Monique's Studio Of Dance for everything they brought to SDC this season!

We absolutely love having Kristin & Bradi in the studio!! Not only because they bring the BEST energy, but because of the intention and attention to detail they bring to every piece. They don’t just teach choreography; they take the time to help our dancers understand how to execute the movement, connect to it, and bring it to life.

Our dancers worked hard, learned so much, and walked away stronger artists because of their time together.

Now the real work begins… and we cannot WAIT to see these pieces come alive on stage this season!

Thank you, Kristin & Bradi! We already can’t wait to have you back 💎💫🤍

08/18/2026

🎓✨ SENIOR YEAR HAS OFFICIALLY BEGUN!✨🎓

And just like that, our beautiful graduating seniors have started their final year of high school!

We could not be more proud of the incredible young women they have become. They are talented dancers, wonderful teammates, leaders, role models, and such an important part of our SDC family. It feels so bittersweet knowing we’ve reached their senior year, but we are SO excited for everything that lies ahead.

This year is about so much more than their final season on the competition stage. We get to watch them make memories, celebrate milestones, chase their goals, and begin figuring out where life will take them next both inside and outside of the studio.

Girls, soak it ALL in. The firsts, the lasts, the big moments and all the little ones in between. You’ve worked so hard to get here, and you deserve to enjoy every second of this chapter.

Senior year, here we go! We can’t wait to cheer you on every step of the way. Presenting our SDC Seniors of 2027!

08/17/2026

TINY TOTS BALLET & TAP

The perfect first step into the wonderful world of dance!

Our Tiny Tots Ballet & Tap classes are designed especially for our littlest dancers, ages 2–5, introducing them to the fundamentals of ballet and tap in a fun, encouraging, and age-appropriate environment.

Throughout the year, dancers will work on basic ballet and tap technique, coordination, balance, musicality, classroom skills, and following directions—all while building confidence, independence, and a LOVE for dance!

MONDAYS | Studio C
Ages 2–3 • 4:30–5:30 PM
Ages 4–5 • 5:30–6:30 PM
Taught by Miss Christi

These classes are perfect for brand-new dancers as well as little ones ready to continue growing their skills. No previous dance experience is necessary!

Our Tiny Tots will also have the opportunity to show off everything they've learned in our annual recital at the end of the season.

Come dance, learn, and grow with us during Season 12 at Spotlight Studio!

📧 To register: [email protected]

08/15/2026

SDC POOL PARTY 2026 IS IN THE BOOKS!💦☀️

What a perfect way to kick off a brand-new season! Our dancers had the BEST time getting together outside of the studio, taking a little break from choreography, and making memories with their teammates. 🫶

One of the sweetest moments of the day was revealing our SDC Big & Little Sisters for the season! Each little received a personalized picture frame from their big to celebrate their new pairing. This tradition is so special to us, not only because it’s fun, but because it gives our dancers another person in their corner to support them, and cheer them on all season long!

After a busy start to choreography, it was so good to see these girls simply get to be KIDS. Swimming, laughing, eating, celebrating, and enjoying their dance family.

The routines are starting, the Big/Littles have officially been revealed, and the memories are already being made...

SDC 2026–2027, WE’RE READY FOR YOU! 💫💎🤍

08/07/2026

Choreography is beginning to come together for SDC! Jackie Green Diamond kicked things off a few weeks ago. We always enjoy her visits and the exciting routines she prepares for us. Addison Jenkins returned to help again, for the fourth year! We made great memories and are excited to start rehearsals for these routines💎💫🤍

08/03/2026

We're excited to host the EPIC Dance Workshop at Spotlight Studio!

Friday, August 7th-Sunday, August 9th
9:00 am - 1:30 pm

This incredible weekend is packed with classes taught by professional guest instructors and is open to dancers from all studios throughout Northwest Ohio.

Don't miss this amazing opportunity to train, grow, and be inspired by some of the industry's top educators!

For more information or assistance with registration, please email [email protected].

We can't wait to dance with you!

08/01/2026

07/31/2026

The 2026–2027 Spotlight Studio schedule is officially complete!

If your dancer has already registered for the upcoming season, they have been placed into their requested classes, and you should have received an email this morning with their class schedule. Please take a few moments to review it and EMAIL us if any changes need to be made.

Thank you for trusting us with your dancers. We know every schedule represents a family making time for something they love, and we don't take that responsibility lightly.

To our returning families... welcome back home.

To our new families... welcome to the Spotlight Family! We can't wait for you to experience everything this season has in store.

Here's to another year of growth, friendships, unforgettable performances, and dancers who are Dedicated...
- To their goals.
- To their growth.
- To something bigger than themselves.

07/30/2026

Today we're celebrating an incredible teacher who brings so much kindness, and passion to Spotlight every single day. Your love for dance, your dedication to your students, and the positive impact you make on everyone around you never go unnoticed.

We hope your birthday is filled with lots of love, laughter, and everything that makes you smile. Here's to another amazing year ahead!

Happy Birthday, Miss Ashley! We love you!