Can it be a year since we gathered for the annual Medal Presentation and dance? The hall was packed with dancers enjoying a social afternoon with tea and cakes and for most to receive their awards from the NATD examination session last December. At events like this it’s always great to see all ages and abilities able to come together and enjoy their dancing in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
The audience were treated to some lovely displays of dancing from our youngest students to those who once were the youngest but are now young adults with a finale of Latin dances by our experienced competitors and teachers. Thank you to everyone for taking part.
The school award this year was presented to Joshua and Grace for their successes last year culminating in their winning the British Amateur Classical Sequence Championships in Blackpool last October.
The raffle this time was designated to be in aid of Guide Dogs for the Blind. Lisa’s brother Tim came along with his new guide dog, Upton who managed to charm everyone as well as show what tremendous work these animals do and the benefits they bring to their owners. Thank you to everyone who donated prizes and bought tickets you helped raise a magnificent £120.
Boris was, of course, was on hand to oversee proceedings and had a great day. He did remark that he thought Upton reminded him of a distant cousin!
Our next event is in two weeks which is our own competition in Kirkby in Ashfield. All of our competitors will be involved so why not come along and support us? Hope to see you there.