Happy Holidays!

It’s that time of year! Everywhere you look there are twinkling lights and snowmen, candy canes and holiday cheer. There’s a chill in the air, but a warm feeling in our hearts as we reflect on another year gone by at Garri Dance Studio. It’s hard to believe that we’re only 4 months into our 2014-2015 dance season, and we’ve already done so many exciting things!

Garri Dancers have such fun wearing their Halloween Costumes to classes the last week of October!

Miss Kim's Hip Hop Students had a blast performing at Holiday In The Park!

The audience couldn't resist joining performers on the dance floor to learn a couple moves, too!

We are so proud of each and every dancer at the studio, and we hope you enjoyed seeing how much they’ve learned so far this year as you watched classes during Parent Viewing Week. Our Garri dancers are so talented!

So what’s happening next at the Studio?

WINTER BREAK  

 As you know, we will be taking a winter break from December 21st-January 3rd. The studio will be closed during that time, but that doesn’t mean you can’t dance! Here are a few ways for students to stay dedicated through the holiday season:

 Stretch. Set aside a time every day. It only takes 20-30 minutes, and it’s extremely beneficial. Those splits aren’t going to magically happen by themselves!

 Multitask.  When you find yourself sitting around watching reruns of your favorite television show, use the time wisely! You can easily do two things at once. Instead of sitting on the couch, stand up and practice. You could work on balancing in passé or doing your floor exercises for core strength.

 Dance. Yes, it’s that simple. Just put on your favorite songs and dance! A little winter break can’t stop you from enjoying your passion. You never know, you’re friends and family might want to join you in a little holiday jig…’Tis the season!

RECITAL THEME

We can’t wait to see what 2015 and the rest of the dance year has in store for us! One of the biggest upcoming events is our annual recital in June, and this year’s theme has finally been revealed (drum roll, please)…

Our theme will be “What A Feeling!” inspired by the powerful emotions evoked by dance.

BIRTHDAY PARTIES

We are currently booking birthday parties for 2015! What a better way to celebrate such a special day than with a dance party at Garri Dance Studio? Packages include an hour of dance and activities with an instructor, pizza, cake, and decorations. We take care of set up, clean up, and everything in between. Just invite your friends and be ready to DANCE! Call the studio to make your reservation today.

Three Garri Dancers help blow out the candles at one of our Ballet Themed Birthday Parties!

The staff of Garri Dance Studio would like to thank each and every dancer and their families for making 2014 so special. We want to wish you all the best this holiday season and a HAPPY NEW YEAR!

See you at the studio in 2015! Until then, dance…

BRAND NEW CLASSES JUST ADDED!

An awesome 2013 is quickly coming to an end and we're gearing up for another amazing year at Garri Dance Studio! For your convenience and enjoyment, we've just added a few new classes to the schedule that we would really like to share with you!

Mommy & Me Kinder Dance Class (age 2)

Saturdays at 1:30pm with Miss Sommer (starting 1/19/14)

Let your little one learn the basics in ballet and tap with the fun and comfort of having you participate in the class with them. A great transitional class for the tiny dancer who loves to move and groove already but still likes having mom close by. 

Ballet Technique Class (Level 1 & 2 Ballet)

Thursdays at 5:30pm with Miss Sommer (starting 1/16/14)

A perfect addition to supplement your ballerina's dance education! For the serious dancer that really wants to perfect their skills without an additional recital dance or costume fee, just technique!

Pre-Ballet (age 5-6)

Tuesdays at 4:15pm with Miss Kim (starting 1/21/14)

A new time slot for our most popular class on most of our studio family's favorite day for extra curricular activities; Burbank Unified School District Early Dismissal Day. Call to claim your child's spot before this great, no-fuss class fills up!

We can't wait to see you at Burbank's Best Dance Studio in the new year!

55TH ANNIVERSARY RECITAL

Garri Dance Studio is celebrating 55 years of dance with two recital performances on June 23, 2013 at Burbank High School Auditorium.

TICKETS NOW ON-SALE TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND GARRI DANCE STUDIO FAMILIES!
Ticket Links:
"Gumdrops & Lollipops" 2:00pm Matinee Show http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/383914
 "Flashback" 7:00pm Evening Show http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/383945

Burbank High School
902 North Third Street
Burbank, CA 91502

"Gumdrops & Lollipops" 2:00pm Matinee Show includes youngest, little Garri Dancers, ages 2-6 years, performing some sugary, sweet dance numbers in various dance genres from Kinder Dance, Hippity Hop, Storybook Theatre & Angelina Ballerina Classes.

"Flashback" 7:00pm Evening Show includes Garri Dance Students, ages 5 to Adult, in higher levels of all dance genres from Pre-Ballet & Level 1 classes through Advanced & Adult Classes. Join us on a trip down memory lane as use favorite dance numbers and music from the previous 54 years of GDS Recitals to inspire new creativity!



We can't wait to see all of our fans at the show!
GDS

GDS voted "Best Dance School" in Burbank for the 4th consecutive year according to reader's choice poll!

Thousands of Burbank Families have made Garri Dance Studio their first choice in dance for over 50 years!!

In 1958, GDS began with a strong core foundation in dance instruction in various styles from Tap and Ballet to Jazz and Hip Hop. In an effort to create a truly diverse and enriching environment for their growing student base, many additional programs have been added throughout the years including exciting Music, Theatre and Fitness Programs. Garri Dance Studio families and students have warmly welcomed these unique and special additions which have helped to create well rounded, self-confident and passionate performers of all ages and levels.

With a commitment to provide students with personal attention through small class sizes, along with top notch instruction by truly inspirational staff, paired with a clean, safe state of the art facility, convenient scheduling options for busy parents and friendly customer service, GDS has been recognized as the best option for dance and music education.

Founder of Garri Dance Studio, Peg Garri, had a simple dream of "Happy Dancing" and GDS plans to continue that legacy for years to come! Thank you, Burbank, for voting GDS the Best Dance School in Burbank for the 4th consecutive year in a row! It is an honor to continue the same level of service and instruction that you have come to love!

Thank you, Burbank!!

According to the Burbank Leader Reader's Choice Poll, Garri Dance Studio is the "Best Dance School" in Burbank for the third consecutive year!! We would like to thank all of our supportive Garri Dance Studio families for continuing to make GDS your first choice for dance, music and fitness lessons for over 50 years! We will do our very best to continue to bring only the best dance classes with all of your favorite dance instructors.