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hip hop II performance

OUR STORY

CHARADE DANCE ACADEMY HISTORY

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Growing up in Garden Grove, I often found myself frustrated by the lack of a local dance studio that could provide the comprehensive training I desired. I had to commute long distances to places like Long Beach and West Covina, attending multiple schools to learn different styles. My dream was to create a studio that offered a variety of dance styles while specializing in each discipline. With a team of dedicated professionals teaching Hip-Hop, Acro, Ballet, Jazz, Pointe, and more, I envisioned Charade as a one-stop shop for aspiring pre-professional dancers to receive the training they need.

 

I yearned to create my own vision and build a space where I didn’t have to answer to anyone but myself. I wanted to mold Charade with my own hands, fostering a community of passionate dancers and supportive families that could bring this dream to life. Having worked with many inspiring leaders in the past, I felt ready to step into a leadership role myself. I wanted to establish a dance studio in Garden Grove for individuals like me—those who shouldn’t have to travel far to pursue their passion for dance.

WE ENRICH DANCERS' LIVES

through diversity, community, and self improvement.

KAR Nation dance performance, Jazz high kick

WE ///PROVIDE

dance education to Inspire, develop, and improve the lives of youth in the community.

WE ///BUILD

community through

dance and personal connection.

WE ///SERVE

passionate dancers who seek growth and parents desiring a supportive community.

WE ///TRUST

that interdisciplinary dance training enriches dancers' lives now...and in the future.

COMMUNITY "TIMELINE"

rented studio as first class

Founded in May 2018

Charade started as a business where Ms. Dorothy would rent out spaces from other studios. We started with 15 dancers.

2019 Recital

Knott's Berry Farm Recital - December 2019

We had our first recital and performed at Knott's Berry Farm.

2019 grand opening

Grand Opening in 2019

Grand Opening - Charade Dance Academy officially started!

 

Charade Loft Space

Loft Studio - September 2023

Signed lease for Loft Studio and began renovations.

2019 First Win at world of dance

First Team Win - August 2019

We took our first-ever team out to compete at WOD in SF + we won Best Costume.

3rd Place Showstopper win

Grande Champion at Top Dance Competition Shows - July 2024

Our Competition team won Grand Champion at both KAR and Rainbow Dance competitions in the same season.

Passionate

Our staff caring about the

community, teachers sharing

their craft.

Supportive

Nurturing growth through

support and encouragement.

Diverse

Celebrate diversity through a vibrant mix of dance styles and backgrounds.

Community

Building a strong dance

community through shared experiences.

PRINCIPLES AND VALUES

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Inspiring the Next Generation of Dancers
We enrich students' lives through diversity, community, and self improvement.

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