Zárate Dance School and Performing Arts

Excellence is never an accident—it is trained.

Behind every graceful movement is discipline.
Behind every confident performer is countless hours of dedication.
Behind every success story is the courage to begin.

This July, invest in more than dance.

Invest in confidence.
Invest in artistry.
Invest in a future filled with possibilities.

✨ All-Year-Round Enrollment
📍 Zárate Dance School & Performing Arts

TRAIN. COMPETE. PERFORM.

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Because extraordinary dancers aren't born—they're trained. ✨

Congratulations to Team Zárate for their performances in the recently concluded AIDC 2026!

Junior 1 Pre-Competitive
🥉 3rd Place – Zia Balerite + MNL Dance Prix Scholarship
4th Place – Brie Mateo + MNL Dance Prix Scholarship
5th Place – Francesca Felisilda + MNL Dance Prix Scholarship
7th Place – Zariah Zapanta

Junior 2 Pre-Competitive
4th Place – Jazy Favila + MNL Dance Prix Scholarship
6th Place – Martha Sales
10th Place – Mclynn Canuel

Junior 3 Classical Ballet Solo
7th Place – Erika Andrade
Finalist – Jazy Favila

Junior 4 Classical Ballet Solo
4th Place – Treycie Buen

Contemporary Dance Solo 1
🥉 3rd Place – Erika Andrade
Finalist – Jazy Favila
Finalist – Mclynn Canuel

Contemporary Dance Solo 2
5th Place – Treycie Buen
Finalist – Ayel Ambrosio

Thank you to our teachers, parents, and students for your hard work, dedication, and support. We are proud of each and every one of you.

Ang sayaw ay higit pa sa galaw—ito ay kwento ng ating pagkakakilanlan at pagdiriwang ng kalayaang ipinaglaban ng ating mga bayani. Sa bawat indak, buhay ang diwa ng pagiging Pilipino. 🇵🇭

All gold for Team Zárate! 🥇

Congratulations to all our competitors who participated in the MCCDC Competition held on May 30–31, 2026!

We are proud to announce that all Zárate Dance School & Performing Arts participants earned Gold Awards, a testament to their dedication, discipline, and passion for dance.

The competition was exceptionally well-organized, providing a positive and inspiring environment for all dancers to showcase their talents. We extend our sincere appreciation to the organizers for a successful event.

To our dear parents, thank you for your trust, unwavering support, and partnership throughout your children’s dance journey. Your encouragement makes achievements like these possible.

To our dedicated teachers and coaches, thank you for your tireless efforts, expert coaching, and unwavering hard work in preparing our dancers. Your commitment and guidance helped our competitors perform with confidence and excellence on stage.

Most importantly, congratulations to our dancers for not only representing ZDSPA with pride but also for carrying the Philippine flag with honor and excellence. Your achievements reflect the talent, perseverance, and artistry of Filipino dancers.

We are incredibly proud of each and every one of you. Keep striving, keep growing, and continue to dance with passion and purpose.

🇵🇭✨ Congratulations, Team ZDSPA! ✨

DAY 1 RESULTS:

🏆 Francesca Felisilda -Classical Ballet Solo|7-9 (GOLD)
🏆 Treycie Buen -Classical Ballet Solo|10-12 (GOLD)
🏆 Erika Andrade -Classical Ballet Solo|10-12 (GOLD)

🏆 Treycie Buen -Contemporary Solo|10-12 (GOLD)
🏆 Erika Andrade -Contemporary Solo|10-12 (GOLD)

🏆 Erika Andrade - Various Dance Style Solo| 10-12 (GOLD)

DAY 2 RESULTS:
🏆 Treycie Buen & Erika Andrade - Various Dance Style Duo | 4-6 (GOLD)

🏆 Francesca Felisilda - Various Dance Style Solo| 7-9 (GOLD)
🏆 Zia Balerite - Various Dance Style Solo | 4-6 (GOLD)

THE CURTAIN MAY HAVE CLOSED ON OUR SUCCESSFUL SUMMER RECITAL…
BUT A NEW SEASON OF TRAINING BEGINS.

After an unforgettable night of breathtaking performances, passion, and unforgettable moments on stage, ZÁRATE DANCE SCHOOL & PERFORMING ARTS is officially RESUMING CLASSES this MAY 29!

Now is your chance to train with a school known for:
🏆 Competition Excellence
🎭 Beautiful Performances
✨ Strong Technique & Discipline
💖 Confidence, Creativity & Passion

Whether your child dreams of becoming a ballerina, performing on stage, or simply growing through dance — this is where it starts.

🔥 TRAIN.
🔥 COMPETE.
🔥 PERFORM.

Tonight was more than just a recital.
It was the result of months of sacrifice, discipline, tears, rehearsals, corrections, patience, courage, and love.

Behind every smile onstage was a child who became braver.
Behind every costume was a parent who worked hard and supported endlessly.
Behind every performance was a teacher who believed in their students even on the days they doubted themselves.

From the tiniest dancers taking nervous little steps, to the older students carrying themselves with grace and confidence — tonight, every single performer shined.

To our dear ZDSPA family, thank you for trusting us with your children, your time, your dreams, and your hearts. Watching these young dancers grow through the years is one of the greatest privileges we could ever have.

The applause will fade.
The lights will dim.
The stage will eventually be empty again.

But the memories made tonight — the hugs backstage, the proud tears of parents, the trembling hands before going onstage, the smiles after the final bow — those will stay forever.

To our dancers:
Always remember that tonight was not about being perfect. It was about having the courage to stand under the lights and share your heart with the world.

And you did beautifully.

Thank you to everyone who became part of this unforgettable evening.
Our hearts are full.

Congratulations on a truly successful recital.
Once a ZDSPA family, always a ZDSPA family. ✨🩰❤️

✨ ZÁRATE DANCE SCHOOL & PERFORMING ARTS proudly presents ✨

🎶 Blue Notes & Ballet: A Contemporary Balanchine–Gershwin Tribute 🇺🇸🩰

Join us for an unforgettable evening of dance, music, elegance, and artistry as our students take the stage in a vibrant celebration inspired by the timeless works of George Balanchine and the music of George Gershwin.

From dazzling Broadway energy to graceful classical lines, this summer recital showcases the hard work, passion, and dedication of our dancers.

📍 Robinsons Place Antipolo – Atrium
📅 May 24, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM

Come celebrate movement, music, and the magic of performance with us. ❤️

To Our Amazing Ballet Moms

A director’s duty is to continue learning, growing, and seeking inspiration through the art of dance. There is always room for improvement, fresh ideas, and deeper understanding.

I had the privilege last night of watching the Opening Gala of the International Dance Day Fest featuring the American Ballet Theatre Studio Company alongside the principal dancers of American Ballet Theatre. It was an evening of excellence, artistry, and world-class performance that reminded me why we never stop learning in this craft.

Watching such accomplished dancers perform with confidence, discipline, and brilliance was both inspiring and educational. Every performance becomes a lesson, every stage a classroom, and every artist a source of motivation. Grateful for nights like this that continue to fuel passion, vision, and growth.