Damasa dancers conquer IFAA finals!

Thabazimbi - The talented dancers of Damasa Dance Studio, based in Thabazimbi, have outshone the competition at the recent IFFA Finals. Held over two intense days on 13th and 14th October 2023 at Dorsland in Pretoria, the competition saw the best of the best competing for the title.

Despite the fierce competition, the dancers from Damasa proved their mettle. Each one of them received the coveted IFAA SA colours for Dance, a recognition of their outstanding performances.
The remarkable results include Annalisa da Silva Pereira and Leane Oosthuizen both achieving 91.4 in Lyrical. Leane also impressed with 92 in Acro. Jelena da Silva Pereira danced her way to 90 in Ballet. The dynamic trio of Sermei, Isabella, and Danell earned an astounding 92.42 in Hip hop. 

The following dancers also delivered exceptional performances:
Andrea Bailie - Hip Hop 92.15; Inge Duvenhage - Hip Hop 90.7 and Contemporary 90.15; Sermei Bornman - Hip hop 93.32 and contemporary 92.2; Isabella Ferreira - Hip Hop 93.00; Danell Maree - Hip Hop 95.62 and contemporary 90.95; Kgolagano Oagile - Hip Hop 94.2 and Ballet 90.2; Aliyah Fernandes - Hip Hop 94.00 and 93.5 Jazz; Miane Joubert - Hip Hop 91.7; Martelize Groenewald - Lyrical 91.85; Alexi Killa - Contemporary 92.92 and Amone Willemse - Contemporary 90.27 and Acro 90.5.

It’s evident that Damasa Dance Studio is home to some of the country’s rising dance stars. A big congratulations to all the participants – you’ve made Thabazimbi and the entire dance community proud!

Photo: Jelena da Silva Pereira