Did you hear about our studio’s recent milestone? We celebrated a very special anniversary: 25 years of dance in Augusta! Over the years, DU has grown into more than just a studio. It’s a second home, a launchpad for dreams, and a place where passion takes center stage. We have SO much to celebrate!
In honor of our 25th birthday, we hosted an Awards Ceremony and Anniversary Gala that was open to all DU Dancers and their families. It was the biggest celebration in DU history and it was simply unforgettable. Below are some highlights!
Red Carpet Moments
Dancers and families arrived in style, dazzling in their semi-formal and formal attire. From sparkles to bow ties, the red carpet was alive, and we were LOVING the looks! Click here to check out some photos of all the glitz and glam!
A Celebration of Every Dancer
At DU, every dancer counts. That’s why every performer from the 2024–25 season was recognized during our spectacular awards ceremony. From our tiniest twirlers to our graduating seniors, each dancer took the stage and received their moment of applause.
Special Honors
Special honors were given to our first-year dancers, 10 year dancers, graduating seniors, and our incredible legacy families who have supported DU across generations. We also recognized students celebrating 5, 15 years of dancing with us. On top of that, we inducted our NHSDA students and introduced our first ever Poppi Awards. Check out our previous blog post to learn more about Poppi the Panda!
Gifts, Prizes, and Surprises!
Every dancer received a special gift as a keepsake of their unforgettable year, and lucky families took home exciting door prizes throughout the evening. Smiles lit up the room!
Dinner, Dancing, and DU Spirit
The celebration continued with a delicious dinner, a live DJ, and a dance floor where everyone let loose and partied the DU way, full of energy and pride!
What made this gala so special wasn’t just the glitz or glam. It was the shared memories and the deep-rooted sense of community. For 25 years, Dance Unlimited has poured into the lives of thousands of young people, and this event was a reflection of that beautiful legacy.
To our DU families, thank you for trusting us with your dancers. To our alumni, staff, and community partners, thank you for believing in our mission. And to our dancers, you are the heartbeat of DU, past, present, and future. And we simply can’t wait to see what the future holds for Dance Unlimited and our growing dance family in the years to come!
