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London DanceSport Challenge 2024
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Posted on 12 December 2023London 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.
Posted on 15 April 2023Christmas is Time for Dance
Ballroom & Latin-American dancing is a great way for Juveniles & Juniors to develop sense of rhythm, musicality and coordination, as well as make new friends.
Posture, confidence & presentation skills are among the benefits which will remain with young dancers for years to come. Performance element as well as competitions, make this activity fun for participants and spectators alike.
Tango, Rumba & Jive were just some of the dances enjoyed by parents and friends at the Wimbledon Dance Academy Christmas Ballroom Gala.
Grand Prix win for Oleg & Anastasia in Paris
One of the busiest International annual DanceSport tournaments takes place in Paris in November.
This year has brought with it an inspirational Grand Prix in Standard (Ballroom) and a much coveted trophy for Oleg & Anastasia.
A new Show Dance programme was also introduced on Saturday evening for the first time. It was a fabulous opportunity for couples to be creative, to tell a story through Standard & Latin styles.
The title “Across the Universe”, a homage to The Beatles, was performed by Oleg & Anastasia and enjoyed by the audience.
Irish Open Success
Fantastic end to the season for two DSGB couples travelling to Dublin at the end of June. The trip was so much fun and dancing at the beautiful Carlow Ballroom full of spectators was a treat.
Our heart-felt congratulations go to Oleg & Anastasia who became Irish Open Champions in Standard!
Special applause go to Robert Balogh & Maria Klymenko on their first International event, reaching 4th placings in the final!
We are so proud of both couples and wish them all the best in the future competitions!