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Championship Martial Arts in Cary has expanded

Championship Martial Arts in the Tryon Woods Shopping Center in Cary has expanded! They now have a bigger space and are offering an afterschool program in addition to their regular classes, adult fitness classes and teacher workday camps. Check them … Continue reading

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Holly Springs Sonshine Gymnast is one of nation’s most talented

Durant Middle School student Sydney Snead is one of the nation’s most talented young gymnasts. The 14-year-old athlete, who trains at Sonshine Gymnastics in Holly Springs, recently placed seventh in the all-around competition at the U.S. Gymnastics Junior Olympics in … Continue reading

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What’s New in Arts and Sports in Wake County

Wake County’s arts and sports communities are celebrating the openings of new facilities: Holly Springs’ Hunt Recreation Center, the Stars Theater and Arts Center’s new home in Fuquay-Varina, the Cary Arts Center, Alpha Athletics’ new gym in Cary and the … Continue reading

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International Ballet Academy sacrifices for the good of its dancers

International Ballet Academy (IBA) did something unusual this year – the studio had nine dancers qualify for and compete in the World Ballet Competition in Orlando, Florida, in May. Administrative director Christina Fanney tells Active Alex that most studios focus … Continue reading

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Surprise at Girl Scout Camp

Rumor has it Simply Dance Now made an appearance at Girl Scout day-camp at Ritter Park last week. Maggie Witter brought her great enthusiasm to teach the girls the Jitterbug and a few other dances. They loved it! Being Active … Continue reading

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Bravo CASL

Active Alex applauds CASL’s and Director of Coaching Rusty Scarborough’s respectable change in programming to once again allow and even encourage high school players to play for their school teams. While the caliber of play may not necessarily be to … Continue reading

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