Maria Zamora is a 14-year-old dancer from Littleton, Colorado. She dances at Shelly True Dance Academy.

“I want to entertain people and encourage everyone to come together in dance.”

How does dance have a positive impact on your life?

Dance helps me relax and reset after a long day at school. It’s a great outlet for me to express myself while working with others to create beautiful dances that tell a story that others might relate to.

How do you want to use dance to be a positive influence on your community?

I want to entertain people and encourage everyone to come together in dance. I want people to feel comfortable expressing themselves with music and dance.

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