Eryn has really been enjoying the ballroom program at her school. She spends every Monday and Wednesday afternoon dancing. The first semester was all about learning the different dances and techniques. Now they are getting into the competition part of it. They had their very first competition on Saturday. I volunteered to be one of the helpers, so I got to walk in with the kids and sit right down on the floor. It was really fun. The only downside is that I had left my camera on the bleachers, so I couldn't take any pictures. Luckily, my mom and sisters found where it was, so they were able to get a few pictures and videos. And Eryn's cute friend Daphne and her parents came. They also took some pictures and gave them to us. It was so interesting and fun to watch. The competition was probably one of the most organized events I've been to. There were 10 elementary schools represented (some Charters, and some public) and they all use the same "curriculum" for their ballroom programs. The kids all learn the same routines when they learn the different dances. There were "couples" that did the Cha Cha, some that did the Merengue, and some that did the Tango. Then there was a group of couples that were "All Around." Eryn and her partner Eddie were All Around. That meant that when they went out to compete, the announcer would draw a dance out of a hat, so they didn't know beforehand what they would be dancing. They got the Merengue for one round, and the Cha Cha for the 2nd round. They did great! Each school was divided into 6 teams. Three Level 1 teams and Three Level 2 teams. Eryn is Level 1 (since it's her first year). The school received the "School Spirit Award." They had a cheer they would do for each dance that went with the beat of the music. It was so cute. Then Eryn's "team" (their color was Fuchsia) won a Silver Ribbon. But best of all, Eryn and her partner received a medal for Top Technique. They were the only ones from their school that got it, I believe. It was so fun watching them, and seeing their cute faces when they received ribbons and awards. I can hardly wait for next month and the next competition!
Of course I made her pose for a few more when we got home, too!
5 comments:
Congratulations Eryn!! That looks so fun, I wish I did something like that when I was younger.
Way to Go Erin! I would have died not knowing what dance I was going to do until I got on the dance floor.
So So cool! She is darling!! How fun to watch her!
Amazing!! Good job Eryn. I am so glad that you enjoy ballroom dancing. That is awesome that you got the award for best technique and a silver medal for your team. Wow! I wish that I could have been there to watch you and cheer you on. Way to go!
They are so lucky!!!! They are getting one cool education!
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