Local dance school shines at Euro Disney dance competition

Friday, 13 October 2023 07:18

A local dance school saw success at a recent competition held at Disneyland Paris

Peel based Gena's Dance Academy took part in the IFPDA Dance Competition, with top three finishes in all categories they entered.

After competing in the event for five years, this was the first time the Academy placed in all five categories they took part in, with the team also chosen to lead the Disney parade through the park.

The competition hosts schools from al over the world, including America, Majorca and Cyprus.

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