ADTC Dreamer – Meet Juanita F. from MA!
“My A.D.T.C. Superpower is Dreamer. I know that I have the power to accomplish anything I put my mind to, and that power can change the world. Dreaming and thinking it is halfway to making it happen.
A difficult situation I’ve endured in my life happened a few years back when my mom was diagnosed with breast cancer. Until it was over I didn’t realize how much a toll it could have on the patient and her family. It was hard for me to go about my everyday life – it took so much out of my mother emotionally and physically. She had to act different and do stuff differently and that is what took a toll on me. Even though she is now cured and we made it through and are stronger, there are still figurative scars. But life doesn’t get easier, you just get stronger.
I want other girls to know we are worthy and independent and powerful. That no dream is too big or small, and goals are possible to achieve. I also would life for girls to encourage one another because giving someone a match to light their flame can change everything about a person and how they go on with their life.”
Icebreakers
ADTC: Dogs or Cats?
Juanita F: Dogs
ADTC: Hip Hop or Ballet?
Juanita F: Ballet
ADTC: On Time or Late?
Juanita F: On time
ADTC: Loud or Quiet?
Juanita F: Loud
ADTC: Running or Walking?
Juanita F: Walking
ADTC: Save Money or Spend Money?
Juanita F: Spend Money
ADTC: Bus Driver or Bus Rider?
Juanita F: Bus Driver
ADTC: Problem Solver or Problem Maker?
Juanita F: Problem Solver
ADTC: Extrovert or Introvert?
Juanita F: Introvert
ADTC: Call or Text?
Juanita F: Text
ADTC: Insta or Snap?
Juanita F: Snap
ADTC: City or Country?
Juanita F: City
ADTC: Stay Home or Go Out?
Juanita F: Go Out
ADTC: Hawaii or Alaska?
Juanita F: Hawaii
ADTC: Book or Movie?
Juanita F: Movie
Short Answer
ADTC: What words do you live by?
Juanita F: “You can start late. Look different. Be uncertain and still succeed.” ~ Misty Copeland
ADTC: What or who makes you laugh the most?
Juanita F: My marching band friends are the funniest people I will ever meet in my life. Every day feels like a stand up act when I’m with them and I love it!
ADTC: How would your friends describe you?
Juanita F: They would describe me as kind, dedicated and determined…and a little stubborn.
ADTC: What is your favorite dance style?
Juanita F: I love musical theatre dance, tap and ballet. I wish I was better at ballet, but musical theatre and tap are the styles I’m good at.
ADTC: What hobbies do you have outside of dance?
Juanita F: I love singing in different choirs, musical theatre, and band (I play both the alto and tenor sax). I love all the performing arts and all my hobbies involve music.
ADTC: Other than necessities, what one thing could you not go a day without?
Juanita F: My music and headphones because music is my life and I would fall apart without it. Music is what makes me human and who I am.
ADTC: If you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Juanita F: Mac and cheese – the best thing on earth.
ADTC: If you could live anywhere, where would it be?
Juanita F: New York City
ADTC: What is your biggest fear?
Juanita F: Complete failure
ADTC: What is your favorite Holiday?
Juanita F: Christmas
ADTC: What is your biggest pet peeve?
Juanita F: People who bring others down (we should all encourage each other)
ADTC: Is there a fun fact about you that people might find surprising?
Juanita F: I have 2 older yet amazing brothers
Camp Fire Q’s with @juanita_feeney
ADTC: What is your True Color Personality Style?
Juanita F: I am blue. I think it describes me to a T.
ADTC: Who is your Idol?
Juanita F: My teachers are my idols. When they had things in their lives that are going wrong, they put it aside for us to learn and grow. Another idol of mine is Misty Copeland because she started dance late and she accomplished her ultimate dream all because she was determined enough to do it. When I feel behind, I know that if I’m determined enough I can achieve what I think is impossible.
ADTC: Why do you love to dance?
Juanita F: I love dancing because it has opened up many doors for me. I started dance when I was nine, and I immediately felt I belonged. Dance has encouraged me to be more confident in school and in life. Dance has given me hope and a reason to dream. It makes me feel worthy; like I am somebody. Dance has made everything I’m currently doing possible.
ADTC: What is your proudest accomplishment & why?
Juanita F: My proudest accomplishment was getting a part in a musical where I have a solo and am a featured dancer. I was chosen over so many other amazing people and upper classmates, yet my director decided that I should have the role. It gave me so much confidence and has made me genuinely happy.
ADTC: What goals are you working on right now (in both dance & life)?
Juanita F: I’m working on being more than mediocre at everything in my life. I want to be my vision of perfection.
ADTC: What is the most daring thing you’ve ever done? What did you learn?
Juanita F: The most daring the I’ve ever done was play volleyball because I get anxious and intimidated about running and exercising with other people. I learned not to let anything get in my way when I really want to do something.
ADTC: What is the your favorite dance memory & why?
Juanita F: My favorite dance camp memory is when I got camper of the day. It made me feel good about myself and showed that hard work is noticed.
Be an #ADTCidol like Juanita – You Could Win a Week of Dance Camp!
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The perfect home-based hip hop dance class for beginners! This is an open class and does not require a longer commitment. Drop-in anytime! We’ll explore a mix of street dance and hip hop foundations in a highly energetic & fun 1-hr class. Fresh technique & choreography every time we meet!
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