About: Lydia Banuelos is a North Carolina native with a passion for dance! Lydia's love for dance ​blossomed early through her involvement ​in recreational and competitive dance, as ​well as all-star cheerleading. She honed her skills at NCCU as a dancer and president of the NCCU Repertory Dance Company. All while pursuing her degree in Dance Education K-12. She now enjoys being the owner & director of  New Heights Dance company, Dancing in a Durham based professional dance company, and teaching dance in public school! 

Alumni: North Carolina Central University 

Favorite Quote: Dance with your heart and your feet will follow 

Favorite Children's Book: Dance is for everyone by Andrea Zuill 

Gifts & Talents: I consider my ability to connect with kids as a gift of mine! I appreciate the community I’m able to create through dance.