OnDeckDance is committed to providing the best dance education that Orange County has to offer. Our experienced, talented instructors work with each and every student [from dance enthusiasts to seasoned professionals] developing their skills while fostering their passion for movement. Dance is where artistry and athleticism meet and this theme carries through all classes taught at OnDeckDance. Our goal is to empower students with more than just a strong dance repertoire, but instill in them a confidence that will translate to a successful future in any endeavor they choose to pursue.
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About Us
"Designed By Dancers, for Dancers"
Genres
CONTEMPORARY
Ballet
Jazz
Hip Hop
Tap
Todler N'Tutu's
Jazz Funk
Acro
Heels
Leaps & Turns
Choreography
Broadway
Flexiblity
Strength & Condition
Gabriella McCarthy
Owner & Creative Director
A native of Orange County, Gabriella is a sought after dance instructor and artistic director, adjudicator and perennial title-winning choreographer. Gabriella founded and directed one of the top dance studios in Southern California. She is a recipient of numerous top choreography and adjudication awards. Gabriella received her Bachelors of Arts in Liberal Studies with a Minor in Child Development at California State University Fullerton. She is trained in a multiplicity of genres including; ballet, modern, contemporary, hip hop, jazz, heels, ballroom and jazz funk. Gabriella has trained at Universities and dance studios from San Diego through Los Angeles under the direction the most prestigious instructors and choreographers including: JoJo Gomez, Stella Viorica, Kyle Hanagami, Jake Kodish, Kenny Wormwald, Brinn Nicole. With more than18 years of teaching experience, Gabriella has directed and choreographed recitals, competitions, NBA performances, college auditions and community events. Gabriella has dedicated her life to enriching students and introducing them to a life long passion of dance. Many of Orange County's best dancers have trained underneath the direction of Gabriella and currently hold competition and convention titles and scholarships. Many of Gabriella's students have been accepted to prestigious universities and gone on to professionally pursue a career in the arts.
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