Kid's Stories

Eleven-year old Nick Garvey and ten-year old Cassie Biggane met dancing in the Chicago Dance Kids Performance Group.  They have been dance partners for a year.  Together they have competed in many regional events as well as the national "Arnold Challenge" and "Ohio Star Ball."  In addition to performing at Dance Chicago, Nick and Cassie have participated in various fundraisers.  Their high level of commitment and enthusiasm has allowed them to balance and excel in both their dance and academic lives.  Nick and Cassie have found not only a life-long sport to enjoy but a friendship as well.

Sixteen-year old Brian Garvey and fourteen-year old Kayla Garvey are a sibling team with dancing in their blood.  In face, their entire family is involved in ballroom dancing.  Brian and Kayla's parents and older sister are professional dancers and their younger brother is an amateur competitor.  Prior to partnering with Kayla, Brian competed for three years Pro/am with his mother, Ann.  Kayla has a dace background in ballet, tap, and jazz and has danced competitively for three years.  Brian and Kayla formed their amateur partnership two years ago and have competed in many events including the "Arnold Challenge" and "Ohio Star Ball."  In addition to all of their dancing, these busy teenagers manage to remain excellent students.