$0--&$5*7*5 r$0..6/*5: ROCKLAND TEAMS TAKE FIRST AND SECOND AT DANCE WORLD CUP
Six équipes de l’académie Remix Dance de Rockland se sont classées première et deuxième lors d’une compétition internationale de danse à Whistler (C.-B.) - photo avec l’autorisation de Bonnie West, Remix Dance
JOSEPH COPPOLINO joseph.coppolino@eap.on.ca
The Remix Dance Academy proved domi- nant at the 2023 World Cup of Dance competition in Whistler, B.C. with three teams placing first and three placing second in their respective categories. Since 2008, the Dance World Cup, has hosted dance teams from as far as New Zealand and everywhere in between. This year for its 13th edition, thousands of dancers were invited to participate from every continent, including six teams from Rockland’s own Remix Dance Academy. The teams EVOLUTION, WEST CREW and POMD placed first and Thrive, Next Generation and Ari placed second. “This is an outstanding result for our community.” said Bonnie West, dance director at Remix Dance. This community is now recognized on the national stage as a premiere dance locale, thanks to the Remix Dancers. Our teams have worked hard, and it is so exciting to see the talent and pride our community can take in our youth.” The dance academy also held its 21st annual Hip Hop Dance show, showcasing the talent of the region’s dancers at the Salle Optimiste in Rockland. More than 40 groups performed, and more than 600 dedicated fans, friends and family were in attendance for the two shows. “These teams are made up of dynamic young women and men from throughout our local communities,” said West. “They are something to see.” As the 2023 season comes to an end, West and the crew are ready for a well-de- served break. Not a long one, however, as auditions for next season start in the fall. Registration is open.
Three teams placed first in their categories, and the other placed second at the international competition. - photo provided by Bonnie West, Remix Dance
«Ces équipes sont composées de jeunes femmes et de jeunes hommes dynamiques issus de nos communautés locales», a dit Mme West.»Il faut les voir.» - photo avec l’autorisation de Bonnie West, Remix Dance
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