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Owned by Denise James, Pure Dance Austin is opening its permanent location in Southwest Austin.
The details
Community members can check out the business’s offerings which include ballet training with age-appropriate choreography, music and costuming.
The business launched on Aug. 1 at its temporary location at the Southwest YMCA studio spaces.
Quote of note
“Our mission is to provide the highest quality instruction rooted in classical technique, while cultivating a positive environment that nurtures confidence, character and joy,” the business stated in an email. “We believe that grace, strength and style goes hand in hand with encouragement, discipline and respect.”
What else?
James is a classically-trained professional dancer who has participated in national ballet and commercial programs in Los Angeles and New York City.
Her background includes her time as a Golden Girl and the captain and choreographer at Louisiana State University.
As stated in an email, James aspired to create Pure Dance Austin for several years before its launch.
