Once again, the competition organizers, Anna and Andrew Smart, made us feel welcome in their community of diversity and encouragement. As usual, Anna and Andrew planned everything to the last detail and put a personal touch that made us feel like we were part of their World Promotions family.
At Daza Dance, instructors and students handled preparations for the competition weeks in advance. From the students' attire to hair and makeup, every detail was decided many days before. Final technique adjustments are made two weeks ahead of time to help relieve students of the pressure of performing. In addition, flight information, accommodations, transportation, and procedures are managed for participants. As always, Mario took it upon himself to take care of his students, so the only thing they had to think about was dancing.
This event was Leslie Partee's first competition dancing with her instructor Mario Recoba. In the past, Leslie achieved several goals in the studio, such as the mini-match and performing in showcases. However, when Daza Dance incorporated acting Into showcases a few years ago, she successfully leaped. Leslie created memorable characters such as the forever cheerleader in The Moonlight Hotel Showcase and the evil Doctor Leslie in the Family Jewels Movie Showcase.
Leslie dazzled in her royal blue and black smooth gown and azure rhythm gown accented with brilliant Swarovski crystals. In addition, Leslie elegantly adorned her hair with exquisite stones. Leslie and Mario achieved the level of Top Newcomer at the competition.
Bill Bennett has been dancing for four years. In his showcases, he has taken the challenge to lead his instructor Mario Recoba with several diverse routines, including a fiery Tango, a hilarious adaption of the Book Mormon Moonlight hotel Showcase, and as a Guardian Angel in The Showcase family Jewels.
The Ballroom Blitz was his fifth competition with his Instructor Mario Recoba. As Bill progresses in skill, he and Mario are focusing on perfecting technique. Bill continues to experience the joy of dancing and expand his horizons, achieving the level of 8th overall student in the competition with Mario.
World Promotions' Ballroom Blitz Competition was a beautiful and unforgettable experience filled with tremendous encouragement from everyone, including judges and professional dancers. Leslie and Bill's arrows are ready to soar into the unknown while continuing to uncover new possibilities and frontiers. Daza Dance will continue to soar to new heights!
Thank you also to Antonio Daza for your presence and support at this event. You are the epitome of the American Dream, as you came to this country and built a business centered around excellence and the acceptance of everyone. In addition, you have helped to grow a community that encourages and supports all students and instructors as we achieve our dancing dreams together.
Mario, Bill, and Leslie, we are encouraged and inspired by your success! May you continue to reach beyond the stars putting no limits to your dreams.
