Industry Watch
Custom Barres announces a new recipient for the Custom Barres Gives Back Award!
Custom Barres is happy to announce our newest recipient for the Custom Barres Gives Back Award - MAYA. When we heard Maya's story we had no doubt in our minds that Maya is our next recipient.
Three years ago, Maya was diagnosed with a brain tumor and was forced to undergo extensive brain surgery. She had been suffering from seizures and cognitive decline and the surgery was her only hope. When she awoke from surgery she was unable to move her entire left side and suffered tremendous damage to her short term memory. After 3 days in ICU she finally spoke. Maya wanted to know when she could get back to dancing as she had a show 4 months later and was insisting that she still be in it. Her parents thought...there is no way. Well, Maya proved them wrong.
When we heard of Maya's struggles it was very clear that Custom Barres needed to do something for this very special dancer. Custom Barres decided to fulfill Maya's dream and award her with her very own freestanding Custom Ballet Barre. Maya was able to create a custom barre, built especially for her - a hot pink heavy steel double ballet barre with a zebra decal and black connectors - excellent choice! This barre will allow Maya to practice at her own home and continue getting stronger and healthier.
Maya, your story touched our hearts. You are a true inspiration and your bravery is to be admired. Although I cannot even imagine the pain and sufferings you went through, I can certainly relate to your strong passion for dance!
All the best,
Michal Pellicone Custom Barres' Founder & CEO