Strong Foundations
Age-appropriate instruction that gives dancers the technique and confidence to keep growing.
Our Story
A dance legacy in Commerce, Georgia, since 1995.
Legacy Performing Arts carries forward nearly three decades of dance education, community, and tradition that began as Commerce School of Dance.
Our Legacy
Built by Kim Sellars. Carried forward by Carson Bridges Pruitt.
In September 1995, Kim Sellars opened Commerce School of Dance and began a tradition of teaching and encouraging generations of local dancers.
In 2024, Carson Bridges Pruitt, Miss UGA 2024, became the studio's new owner, returning to the place where her own love for dance began and taking on the responsibility of carrying that vision forward as Legacy Performing Arts.
Meet Carson
A full-circle return to the studio where it started.
Carson graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Science in Family and Consumer Science, completed a minor in dance, and trained as a level-three ballerina. Her dance background also includes a summer with Joffrey Ballet and performance experience in roles including Snow Queen, Dew Drop Fairy, Ballerina Dolls, and Spanish in The Nutcracker.
While at UGA, Carson was part of the Georgettes and Red Hotz competitive club dance teams. As Miss UGA 2024, she also represented the University of Georgia on the Miss Georgia stage.
Legacy's current chapter is guided by Carson's love of dance, love of children, and a vision for every dancer to feel seen, encouraged, and supported as they grow in technique, confidence, dedication, and their love of performing.
What We Carry Forward
Tradition, training, and a studio community that feels personal.
Legacy offers ballet, tap, jazz, and additional training opportunities for dancers at multiple stages of development, from first classes through company training.
Personal Connection
A community-minded studio where instructors know their dancers and families.
A Lasting Legacy
Respect for the studio's history with a clear vision for the next generation of performers.
Find Your Place at Legacy
Ready to take the next step?
Explore current classes and the 2026–2027 schedule, or contact the studio with placement questions.