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IOL News
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Cape Town dance crew becomes world champions in Spain
A Cape Town dance crew served their opponents and returned as overall world champions in two categories from an international competition in Spain. K&J Dance Unlimited Studio made history as they returned overall world champs in the Senior Commercial Large group and Senior Commercial Small Group at the 2025 Dance World Cup held in Burgos, Spain from July 2-12. The dance studio, based in the northern suburbs, sent 41 dancers between the ages of 9 to 24 years old to represent South Africa. They competed against 8 500 dancers from over 60 countries and rose above the odds. Senior dancer at K&J Dance Unlimited, Chanae Convalle, said it was the most challenging competition they have ever competed in but the team managed to come out tops and make the country proud.
IOL News
11-06-2025
- Sport
- IOL News
Peyton Connor from Cape Town qualifies for the 2025 Dance World Cup in Spain
Payton to Spain Cape Town dancer Peyton Connor qualifies for the 2025 Dance World Cup in Spain Talented Cape Town dancer, Peyton Connor, has been selected for the South African Dance Team set to compete at the 2025 Dance World Cup in Spain. This is not the first time Peyton qualified for a major international competition, nor is this the first time she has been selected for the South African Team. Robyn Connor, Peyton's mother, said supporting young talent like Peyton was an investment in the country. "When we invest in our youth, we're investing in the future of our country. Peyton's journey is not just hers; it's a shared story of resilience, hope, and the power of community," Connor said. She said her daughter has worked "so hard and qualifies, but then faces disappointment; however, she remains positive and gives every competition her all".
