Testimonials
Leanne Long
Aug 3, 2011
"I can’t imagine my girls taking dance anywhere else than with Miss Christina and her talented staff. What started out as a quest for an affordable way to expose all three of my daughters to the art of dance has evolved over five years into a relationship that has literally and figuratively helped shape them into confident and poised young ladies. The lessons go beyond the impressive Cecchetti method of instructing ballet.
The most unexpected perk in having selected this particular dance school is how much of a positive influence the teachers have on my kids. They are fantastic role models in conduct, attitude and the little things like the importance of being ready and prompt. These skills make such a difference in navigating through life and they are taught with kindness, humor and by example in every class by beautiful and graceful dancers the children adore.
It really strikes home how fast the girls grow up and how much of an influence a weekly dance class can be at the end of year recital. There it is on stage, the progression of ballet levels from the youngest little girl trying to keep up with her classmates to the accomplished ballerina pirouetting across the stage. Much of it has to do with the behind-the-scenes hard work and dedication of Miss Christina and her staff, but from the audience’s perspective it is magic.
With Miss Christina and her staff, my girls don’t HAVE to take ballet classes, they want to. — That is the best testimonial I can give."
Alexa and Jon Lerner
Jul 23, 2011
"Our three daughters have been taking dance lessons with Miss Christina since they were toddlers. With Christina’s guidance, they have grown as dancers, developed confidence in themselves and deepened their love for dance. Christina is a wonderful mentor and teacher and we appreciate all that she has done for our girls throughout the years. We look forward to her new endeavor and being a part of the Rock Creek Dance Academy."
Gail Reizenstein Haven
Jul 23, 2011
"There are no words to adequately convey how important a role Christina Prete (and Michelle Machado) played in my daughter’s physical and emotional ‘tween and teen life. Starting in 7th grade, these incredible instructors introduced my daughter to a dynamic, supportive, challenging, stimulating, motivational, and incredibly fun dance environment. It was not long before Christina’s studio soon became my daughter’s home away from home. Fostering her passion for dance, Christina encouraged my daughter at every step – no pun intended! – of the way, bolstering her confidence, fine-tuning her skills, and inspiring her throughout her multiple weekly classes. And the experience in recent years of co-teaching some of the younger ballet classes with Miss Christina was beyond amazing."
"With a heavy heart, my daughter recently had to say good-bye to her former CPR, and now Rock Creek Dance Academy, teachers, because she graduated and is going away to college. But both Christina and Michelle will always hold a special place in her heart. And for me, well, I can never thank them enough for what they have done in so many ways for my daughter. With every best wish to the Rock Creek Dance Academy and all those associated with it, for an incredible and successful journey!"
Liz Wilson
Jul 23, 2011
"Miss Christina is a gifted teacher, she was my two daughters first dance instructor and introduced them to the love, art and joy of dance. She was always patient, took time to answers questions and kept wonderful order in her classes. Her recitals were fantastic! We moved about an hour away 8 years ago and have always kept in touch with Miss Christina. We miss her and my girls are excited to visit her new school! Both my girls are still dancing- and I keep Miss Christina updated on their progress which she always is very supportive of. Over the years I have contacted her to get her advice ; most recently she help guide me on whether my oldest was really ready for pointe- her opinion was invaluable! Christina Prete is a wonderful person, instructor and artist and I am thankful my daughters were introduced to the love of dance by her!"
Elizabeth Pyke
Jul 23, 2011
"The thing we love about Rock Creek Dance Studio is that it’s a serious studio for dancers who have chosen not to be in a pre-professional program. Miss Christina and all her teachers encourage the students to be their best without the rigidity and sternness of the pre-professional studios. Our girls have danced at several studios. Once we found Rock Creek, we knew it was the perfect place for us. It is just the right balance, and our kids adore all the teachers. I’m sure we’ll be there for years to come!"
