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“Your gifts lie where your values, passion and strength meet.” -Michelangelo ☀️🕊Creating Connections Through Dance. The Art of Mentoring. All Ages. All Levels.

07/03/2026

The infinite line🔗✨

Did you know the word arabesque originated in Islamic art and architecture? It refers to those flowing, continuous geometric patterns and vines that give the impression of a line that never ends.

When a ballet dancer steps into an arabesque, they are doing the exact same thing: turning the human body into a living piece of architecture. From the tips of the fingers to the point of the toe, it’s a pursuit of a line that extends forever.

But while it looks effortless and weightless to the audience, behind the scenes it takes:
Strength to hold the line against gravity.
Flexibility to reach those breathtaking heights.

Balance to find stillness on a support system no bigger than a coin.
Because of the unique blend of anatomy and artistry, no two lines are identical. A dancer’s arabesque is truly their personal signature written in the air. 🩰📐

📸: Michael Pilla

Photos from SUNMI Ballet's post 07/03/2026

✨ Let Freedom Ring! ✨

As we celebrate the spirit, diversity, and freedom our country has championed for 250 years, we want to share that joy with our incredible dance community. 🎆❤️

To celebrate the 4th of July, we’re offering $25 OFF Fall registration for all of our new and returning families for the next 4 days!

Whether your dancer is just starting out or continuing in the Fall - we have a class for everyone. From ballet and pointe to hip hop, jazz, and K-Pop, our 2026-2027 season’s curriculum has been developed with over 25 years of expertise.

🗓️ Season Dates: September 15, 2026 – June 7, 2027
👥 Ages: 3 through Adult
🩰 Styles: Creative Core, Pre-Ballet, Foundations, Ballet, Pointe, Contemporary, Tap, K-Pop, Jazz & Hip Hop
Secure your spot today and claim your holiday discount! Have a beautiful, safe, and happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸✨

👉 [Link in Bio/Website to Register]

📸: Michael Pilla

DanceClasses BalletToHipHop CelebrateFreedom

Photos from SUNMI Ballet's post 06/22/2026

Guest Teacher Intensive: Sebastian Garcia (Bronx, NY)(He/Him) began his formal dance training at the Harlem School of the Arts under the direction of Aubrey Lynch. He was later accepted into the ABT Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis School under the direction of Cynthia Harvey. He is also a recipient of the En Avant Award from 2017-2018, which allowed him to work with choreographers such as Jessica Lang and Alexei Ratmansky. Sebastian continued his training at the Rock School for Dance Education in Philadelphia under the direction of Bo and Stephanie Spassoff (where he was a taught by SunMi Ballet Director, SunMi Cho). Sebastian has also danced for the Black Iris Project and has worked on Broadway projects with the Lyric Opera of Chicago & Carnegie Hall. He previously danced as a member of the Collage Dance Collective for 4 seasons, performing works by Wayne McGregor, George Balanchine, Christopher Huggins, Durante Verzola, Sandra Holloway, and Nacho Nuato. He is currently a member with the Alvin Aliey American Dance Theater.

Join us this Friday, Saturday and Sunday!

Photographer of Headshot by Andrew Eccles
Photographer of body pictures: Xavier Mack

Photos from SUNMI Ballet's post 06/21/2026

“I credit SunMi with helping me develop the strength, technique, and confidence needed as a young professional.” — Lily Munson

🩰 SPOTS ARE FILLING FAST! 🩰
We are beyond thrilled to welcome back a very special familiar face for our Turns & Extensions Ballet Intensive this June 26th–28th! 🌟

Join us in welcoming guest teacher Lily Munson, an apprentice with the Grand Rapids Ballet (and former dancer with Orlando Ballet II)!

Lily’s journey is incredibly close to our hearts—she began training under our Director, SunMi Cho, when she was just 10 years old at The Rock School for Dance Education. Watching her grow from a dedicated young student into a stunning professional with breathtaking lines and an even more beautiful spirit has been an absolute joy.

About Lily:
✨ Trained at the prestigious Rock School for Dance Education
✨ Attended intensives with Bolshoi Ballet Academy, Ellison Ballet, and ABT in NYC
✨ Currently shining on stage with Grand Rapids Ballet

Don’t miss this opportunity for your dancer to learn from a professional who knows exactly what it takes to get to the next level.

🗓 When: June 26th – 28th
📍 Where: SunMi Ballet
🎟 Registration: Space is strictly limited to ensure individual attention. Click the link in our bio to secure your spot today!

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Philadelphia, PA
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