Studio Roxander

🌟 Senior Spotlight: Damon 🌟

From joining the boys basics class at just 7 years old to becoming the dedicated dancer he is today, Damon has been an important part of the Studio Roxander family. We are incredibly proud of his hard work, growth, and commitment to his craft, and we can’t wait to see where his passion for dance takes him next.

💙 Damon shares:

“I started ballet at Studio Roxander when I was 7 years old. My sister had been dancing and my parents decided to put me in the boys basics class. Studio Roxander has been a place where I have grown and continue to grow as both a dancer and a person. The way the Roxanders teach shows me their love for the artform and that they truly care, and want their dancers to succeed. This summer I will be attending the School of Philadelphia Ballet’s summer intensive with the goal of obtaining a trainee spot for the 2026/27 season.”

Congratulations, Damon! Your Studio Roxander family is so proud of all you have accomplished and excited to watch you pursue your dreams. We wish you the very best as you take this next step in your ballet journey and know that amazing opportunities are ahead. 💙🩰✨

🌟 Senior Spotlight: Caitlyn Carrick 🌟

From her very first dance class at age 3 to becoming the incredible young woman she is today, it has been a joy to watch Caitie grow both on and off the dance floor. We are so proud of all she has accomplished and can’t wait to see what the future holds for her!

💜 Caitie shares:
“I have danced at Studio Roxander since I was 3-years-old and while I am excited to move on to my next chapter, it will be bittersweet leaving behind all the amazing people here. In the fall, I will be attending Oregon State University in their Honors College and majoring in psychology. Afterwards, I plan to pursue a career in human services.
I hope to continue to have dance in my life in whatever capacity that may be.”

Congratulations, Caitie! Your Studio Roxander family is cheering you on as you begin this exciting new journey. We know you’ll do amazing things at OSU and beyond. Once a Roxander dancer, always a Roxander dancer! 💜🎓✨💪

Another sweet success! 🍦✨
Congratulations to Ayla on earning her “Ice Cream” wall splits! We’re so proud of you and all the progress you’ve made! Keep it up! 👏🩰💫

Last week, one of our dancers’ baby brothers decided he was ready for class too 🥹🩰

He lined right up with the dancers and completely stole our hearts. The sweetest little studio moment 💕

Another “Ice Cream” splits achievement! 🍦✨

Congratulations to Jenny for reaching her goal! Your hard work and dedication paid off, and we are so proud of you! 👏🩰💫

Now go get that ice cream cone 🍦

🎉 YAGP Competition Weekend Is Here! 🩰✨
We’re so excited to kick off the Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP) competition this weekend and cheer on our incredible dancers as they take the stage! Tune in live to support them from anywhere 💙

📅 Friday, January 23
🕢 7:25 PM – Junior Women (Age 14) | Classical
• #341 Ani
• #348 Avery
🔗 Watch live: https://www.youtube.com/live/EA5NuIbBGo4?si=zp5dFt-OwW_1bY-3

📅 Saturday, January 24
🕘 9:15 AM – Senior Women (Age 15) | Classical
• #402 Amelie
• #407 Estelle
🔗 Watch live: https://www.youtube.com/live/2Osa7Q3z2Ok?si=19duTGqIO2e8s1gL

🕥 10:50 AM – Senior Women & Men | Classical
(Men perform at the end of this group)
• #465 Levi
• #469 Damon
🔗 Watch live: https://www.youtube.com/live/GgiuGuLIyvU?si=CQVM3GSwN_E4KKt1

🏆 7:30–8:30 PM – Awards Ceremony
🔗 Watch live: https://www.youtube.com/live/Po07BWKMZQI?si=-Cg1uQHTEBzfNMxY

Let’s show our dancers some love! 🌟❤️
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