If you haven’t seen it yet, you might want to pick up this month’s edition of 55 Plus magazine, which is on newsstands now. Inside (and promo’d on the cover) is a three-page article all about our very own Denise Baller and her dance school, Dancing With Denise.
The article, written and photographed by Linda Quinlan, spans more than 40 years. It tells how Denise began her studio right out of high school in rented space in Irondequoit, eventually purchased her own studio on Gravel Rd., found creative ways to survive through the pandemic, and today manages a very busy and very dynamic dance class schedule.
Quinlan does a nice job capturing the unique blend of programs Denise offers for children and adults of all ages. The article highlights both the offerings at her studio and her ever-expanding repertoire of yoga, line dancing, barre, and Zumba classes held throughout the community. However, if you ask me, the more important story is hidden between the lines: Denise’s personal growth as both a teacher and a dedicated community advocate…