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Duo chosen from panel of dancers make up smooth swing dance on the spot and earn 2.5M views
These two used moves I've never seen before. 🤩
Jessica Adler
08.02.23

Dancing is a universal language everyone can speak, but not everyone is fluent in.

It’s a joyous, liberating activity that serves as a fun outlet for exercise, stress relief, and even education.

When a catchy beat hits our ears, our first instinct is often to sway or bob our heads to the rhythm.

Dancing is, in every sense, a moving experience.

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Both children and adults express their joy through dancing, hence the term “happy dance”.

It’s a wonderful way to shake off tension, let loose, and dance away negative feelings.

However, it’s a fact that not everyone is a natural-born dancer.

That’s why it’s truly impressive when someone can spontaneously create choreography in front of an audience.

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YouTube - Ben Morris

Swingtacular, a dance event by Dance Geek Productions, offers dancers a platform to learn, meet peers, receive feedback from experts, and showcase their creativity.

The event aims to ‘provide an opportunity to current and aspiring competitors to hone their skills.’

But it’s not your typical dance class.

Dancers are given the chance to develop their strengths and achieve overall improvement through a competition format called The Jack and Jill.

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To understand how it works, let’s look at the unforgettable performance by Nick King and Victoria Henk.

They were among the dancers sitting on stage when the host called their names as the first pair to dance.

As the music started, they were still warming up, prompting King to humorously feign surprise.

Then, he led the dance.

And Victoria followed with her incredible moves, instantly captivating the audience.

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The rule was that each pair had to dance to a slow song and a fast one, and Nick and Victoria certainly delivered.

They didn’t show any signs of nervousness or apprehension about improvising on the spot.

Instead, they managed to blend their styles and skills seamlessly, making their performance truly captivating.

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YouTube - Ben Morris

From gliding across the floor and swaying their hips to the beat, to executing twirls and dips, Nick and Victoria were ready to take on the fast song.

As “1, 2, Step” by Ciara started playing, it was clear they were ready to bring their A-game.

They were fluid like water.

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YouTube - Ben Morris

What made their performance even more captivating was the sheer joy they exhibited while dancing.

There was no trace of tension or pressure.

They even managed to incorporate a range of facial expressions that highlighted their routine and enjoyment.

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The fast song brought out even more from the duo.

They executed flawless twirls, dips, and hip sways, and added edgier, sexier moves that amplified the feel of the song.

It’s not every day that two dancers paired together for a swing improvisation create such instant dance chemistry. But Nick and Victoria gave us an unforgettable performance to remember.

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YouTube - Ben Morris

Their fellow dancers watched in awe, nodding approvingly and cheering them on.

The duo’s charisma and routine exuded style and talent, likely inspiring their fellow dancers and those watching from home.

They reminded everyone of the true essence of dancing: self-expression wrapped in individuality and creativity. This is a performance worth sharing with friends and family.

See these two swing their way to the top of the competition in the video below!

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