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GOC 2024
This year’s German Open Championships took place a week later than usual due to Paris Olympic Games. Running simultaneously in three different halls of Lederhalle Stuttgart, this traditional Championship is the largest event in the WDSF calendar, hosting couples from Juveniles to Professionals. Couples from all over the world battle for prestigious GOC titles in Standard (Ballroom) and Latin styles.
A special mention goes to DSGB members Oleg & Anastasia, who competed in Stuttgart for the first time. Their Quickstep was a particular favourite with the judges.
London DanceSport Challenge Photo Gallery
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London DanceSport Challenge 2023
On Saturday, 14th October, our flagship event for the upcoming couples took place at the new venue of Imber Court. Aspiring young couples in Juvenile, Junior, Youth & Adult age groups took to the floor, performing to a full audience.
From complete beginners, through to E, D, C, B & A class couples had a great day of competing in Solo, Couples and Team events.
Teams from Lithuania, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Estonia & Ireland joined British competitors for a day full of dancing and fun, Medals and Commemorative Diploma awarded to all finalists.
Results can be found here: https://dancesportgb.org.uk/files/results/20231014/
A Celebration of Life
Sadly, in 2023 we lost our long-term supporter and an excellent dance photographer Patrick Lauson.
Patrick was a social dancer for over a decade, but was interested in dance & sports photography.
He followed a number of events over the years, including Crystal Palace DanceSport Cup in London and Amber Cup in Kaunas, Lithuania.
On Patrick’s passing, his family has made a very kind donation of £120 on his behalf. This money will be used for future DSGB events.
Below, some examples of Patrick’s work which we wanted to share with you.
Wuppertal 2023
Wuppertal event has been an excellent building competition for aspiring couples in Standard & Latin styles. Young adult couples have a fabulous opportunity to participate in D, C, B & A classes over three days, from morning to night.
This year, an astounding success has been achieved by Loh & Linda on their first D Class International outing. They were placed 3rd on two separate occasions! Medals & Diploma received proudly by our brave DSGB representatives.
Easter – New Generation
Spring brings with it special time of new growth, regeneration and hope.
On Saturday, 29th April, the dance floor was full of fresh faces. For some of competitors, this was their very first outing in front of the crowd of people cheering them on.
From Waltz to Tango and Cha-Cha-Cha to Jive, our Juveniles, Juniors and Young Adults had a great time showing off their skills. But the pièce-de-résistance was the Viennese Waltz competition with four brand new couples swirling around at speed!
Sunshine Coast Bulgaria
At the end of March, when the sun still wasn’t out over the British Isles, our Ten Dance members Oleg & Anastasia took part in the WDSF International event in Varna, Bulgaria. Couples from over 15 countries took part in the prestigious Black Sea Dancer Festival organised by the DanceSport Club Cherno More.
