Four dancers from Niverville—Dayna Ens, Arabella Zeilstra, Juliana Zeilstra, and Marcus Zeilstra—have qualified to represent Canada West (Manitoba and Saskatchewan) at the World Tap Championships in Riesa, Germany.
The dancers will travel to Germany from November 27 to December 4, tap dancing in groups, solos, and a production number that combines all 43 Canadian competitors.
“It will be one unforgettable routine,” says Lisa Zeilstra, owner and financial director of Kickit Dance Studio in Winnipeg. “Nothing could be more exciting.”
Dancing has always been a passion for these four, who have been competing since the age of six. Currently all four dance at Kickit Dance Studio in all disciplines, rehearsing many hours every week. In preparation for Germany, they are rehearsing an additional 15 hours on weekends.
“[We’re excited] to be able to represent a country that we love so much in such a huge honour!” the dancers said in a statement. “With so many countries competing, the level of tap dance is going to be unbelievable and we get to be a part of that experience.”
Their passion for dance also reflects their passion for their community, and they are all involved with after-school activities like volleyball, hockey, and ringette.
