Somerville Dance Academy

“The most beautiful part of dance isn’t just the steps—it’s the connections made along the way💙”

Our Summer Drop-In Classes are well underway, and the studio is full of energy!☀️ Our competitive dancers have been working hard, building their skills, and enjoying thier summer nights in the studio💃🏼🕺
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There’s still time to join us this July! Whether you’re looking to sharpen your technique, stay active over the summer, or get back in the studio with your team - there’s classes for everyone!✨
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Come train, grow, and have fun this summer—we can’t wait to see you back in the studio! 💃✨
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Comp team “and Juliet “ Ticket pick up from 5-7 tonight !

Happy National Tap Dance Day! ✨👞
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We love tap because it turns movement into music! Tap teaches rhythm, confidence, creativity, and joy, all while bringing people together one beat at a time. Here’s to the art form that lets us dance AND make music with our feet! 🖤🎶
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SDA Recital Weekend 2026!✨
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4 amazing shows, countless unforgettable moments, and all of our incredible dancers shining brightly on stage!💫 We are beyond proud of every performer who brought their passion, hard work, and energy to the stage this weekend. It was truly a celebration to remember and the perfect way to wrap up an incredible season!💕
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A huge THANK YOU to our amazing faculty, volunteers, theatre staff, parents, families, and supporters — none of this would be possible without you. Your dedication, encouragement, and love mean everything to our studio family💜
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A very special shoutout to our…

2026 Rec Grads🎓
Emilie, Emma, Yuna, and Mikayla

2026 Comp Grads🎓
Ava, Olivia B, Olivia L, Julia, Kristen, and Kalyssa

We are so proud of you and cannot wait to see all the amazing things ahead for each of you!🎉
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Congratulations to all of our amazing award winners this season!🏆

⭐️Acro – Chrissa
⭐️Ballet – Serena
⭐️Contemporary – Olivia & Kaia
⭐️Hip Hop – Chloe
⭐️Jazz – Elliana
⭐️Tap – Kaylynn
⭐️All Around – Lilianne
⭐️Attitude & Effort – Emma & Diana
⭐️Stage Presence – Rachel
⭐️Team Spirit – Taylor & Ohana
⭐️Hope Leadership – Jordan
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Thank you to everyone who made this season so special. We are so grateful for this incredible dance family and all the memories we created together💗 Have an amazing summer, and we can’t wait to do it all again next season — see you in the fall! ☀️🩰

🎓Grad Spotlight - Emma Dalziel🎓

How long have you been dancing for?💃🏼
“I have been dancing at SDA for 13 years!”

What is your favourite style of dance and why?🩰
“My favourite style of dance is tap because I love the rhythms and creativity that come with it. Over the years, tap has given me so many unforgettable memories, from making new friends to performing some of my favourite recital dances on stage. It’s a style that has helped me grow in confidence and brought me so much joy throughout my dance journey.”

What is your favourite dance memory?💕
“My favourite dance memory was performing in recital two years ago with my sister. We did a dance called “Gone Gone Gone” for her graduating year, and it was the last time we were able to share the stage together. I started tap when I was younger, and after seeing how much I loved it, my sister became interested in it too. Being able to share my passion for dance and tap with her made that performance even more special. It was such a meaningful and emotional moment for me, and it’s a memory I’ll always hold close to my heart.”

Congratulations Emma!🎉 We can’t wait to celebrate our SDA Graduates of 2026 this weekend at our Recital!❤️

🎓Grad Spotlight - Emilie Finklestein🎓

How long have you been dancing for?💃🏼
“I have been dancing for 14 years”

What is your favourite style of dance and why?🩰
“My favourite dance style is contemporary because I love that I’m able to combine the strength and technique of ballet while still being free and expressive with my movements.”

What is your favourite dance memory?💕
“My favourite dance memories are seeing my friends and helping out with the mini ballet classes on Saturdays!”

Congratulations Emilie!🎉 We can’t wait to celebrate our SDA Graduates of 2026 this weekend at our Recital!❤️

🎓Grad Spotlight - Olivia Bellisario🎓

How long have you been dancing for?💃🏼
“I have been dancing for 14 years”

What is your favourite style of dance and why?🩰
“My favourite styles of dance are Tap and Lyrical. I will always love Tap because of the fast steps and rhythms. Tap was one of the very first styles of dance I did and it will always mean a lot to me. I also enjoy Lyrical because you can express emotions and really connect with the music”

What is your favourite dance memory?💕
“My favourite dance memory is the Friday nights spent at the studio, as well as the calming meditation classes!”

Congratulations Olivia!🎉 We can’t wait to celebrate our SDA Graduates of 2026 this weekend at our Recital!💛

🎓Grad Spotlight - Kalyssa Burgess🎓

How long have you been dancing for?💃🏼
“I have been dancing for 15 years”

What is your favourite style of dance and why?🩰
“My favourite style of dance is lyrical because I get to express my emotions through dance”

What is your favourite dance memory?💕
“My favourite dance memories were being able to watch, support and cheer on my friends backstage, as well as Friday night rehearsals and building meaningful friendships!”

Congratulations Kalyssa!🎉 We can’t wait to celebrate our SDA Graduates of 2026 this weekend at our Recital!💙