Izmir hosted the magical atmosphere of dance on May 10-11. The “Dance Sport Latin and Standard Turkey Inter-Club Stage Competition” organized by the Izmir Metropolitan Municipality and the Turkish Dance Sports Federation in collaboration was the scene of colorful and exciting moments at the Celal Atik Sports Hall. Dance enthusiasts from all over Türkiye had the opportunity to showcase their talents at this prestigious organization.
23 Athletes from 400 Cities Met in Izmir
23 talented athletes from 400 different cities, who completed their registrations through the official website of the Turkish Dance Sport Federation, competed in this fierce competition that lasted for two days. Competing in different age groups from the junior category to the adults and in special categories such as Solo Stars, Solo Juniors, Solo Youth, the dancers brought the elegance and energy of Latin and Standard dances to Izmir. The athletes, who performed within the framework of rules determined by international standards, were evaluated by the jury according to critical criteria such as choreography, musicality, harmony and athletic performance.
The Magic of Dance Enchanted the Audience
The impressive performances displayed throughout the championship provided a visual feast for the audience. The dancers' movements in harmony with the rhythm of the music, their aesthetic figures and their command of the stage created a fascinating atmosphere in the hall. The cute and energetic steps of the little ones, the passionate and dynamic performances of the youngsters and the mature and elegant dances of the adults were appreciated by the audience of all ages.
Full Support from Izmir Metropolitan Municipality
İzmir Metropolitan Municipality Youth and Sports Services Department Head Anıl Kaçar expressed their pleasure in being a part of such a meaningful organization. Kaçar said, “We are very happy to be a part of such an organization, not just a supporter. We experienced a great expression of not only sports but also aesthetics, discipline and cultural expression. As İzmir Metropolitan Municipality, we will continue to be a part of such events that will inspire young people, children and all citizens under the leadership of our Mayor Dr. Cemil Tugay.” These statements clearly demonstrated the importance İzmir Metropolitan Municipality attaches to the development of sports and art and its continuous support for such events.
Thanks to Izmir from the Federation
The President of the Turkish Dance Sports Federation, Barış Korkmaz, also thanked the Izmir Metropolitan Municipality for their contributions to the successful organization. Korkmaz's thanks once again showed how important the cooperation between local governments and the federation is for the development of sports. This stage competition hosted by Izmir became an important meeting point for the Turkish dance sports community, contributing to the discovery of young talents and the spread of dance sports to a wider audience.
