KNYSNA NEWS - Two 13-year-old dancers from Knysna, Chioma Tagbo and Fiah-Bella Fredericks, both learners at Knysna Primary School and members of MACX Academy (Movement @ CX), are set to receive national colours in May following their outstanding performances at provincial level in December last year.
Tagbo and Fredericks qualified for the national street dance competition 'Move and Dance Connect', where they secured top honours, earning the right to represent South Africa at the World Championships in Disney, Florida.
The duo will participate in the annual Disney parade and attend exclusive workshops with some of the USA's top dance choreographers, gaining invaluable international experience.
MACX Academy, a community development programme governed by the NPO Saint Savant, supports around 50 students from rural and central Knysna, providing subsidised dance training and resources.
The programme is non-profit and dedicated to empowering youth through the performing arts.
Saint Savant is currently fundraising to support one of the girls' journey to the USA. Members of the public are encouraged to contribute and help make this dream a reality. Find the backabuddy campaign, Champion in the making: help her get there, to donate.
Fiah-Bella Fredericks (13) at the provincial leg of the 'Move and Dance Connect' competition.
Chioma Tagbo (13) shows off her moves at the 'Move to Dance Connect' provincial dance competition held in December last year.
Dancers elated to receive their winner’s trophy at the ‘Move to Dance Connect’ dance competition.
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