Alicia Santamaria and her daughter Gemma Joyce have created the Total Eclipse Dance Studio (TEDS) to honor their teacher and mentor Paulette Harwood. After learning from Paulette and teaching for years, Gemma and Alicia felt they wanted to keep Paulette's spirit and knowledge alive. At TEDS, they strive to make the studio a family atmosphere that is welcoming, comfortable, and confident for all ages.
The Total Eclipse Dance Studio is led by the dynamic duo of Alicia and Gemma. With a faculty of experienced dancers, TEDS provides its students with plenty of support and a drive to help them reach their goals. The commitment of Alicia and Gemma to create a studio that encourages and celebrates the spirit of dance and the joy of performing has created something truly special.
At TEDS, Alicia and Gemma hope to honor Paulette's legacy by instilling the same values of passion, knowledge, and joy that she brought to the dance floor. They want all of their students to be able to experience the love of dance, no matter their age or ability. By creating an environment that encourages everyone to have fun, express themselves, and become the best dancers they can be, TEDS has become a place where dreams can come true.