Cape Town’s K&J Dance Unlimited shines at the 2025 Dance World Cup, bringing home medals and memories
Cape Town, South Africa (24 July 2025) – South African dancers did not just show up at the 2025 Dance World Cup in Spain; they owned it. From flashy footwork to flawless routines, the country’s talent lit up the global stage. Among the standout stars? Cape Town’s own K&J Dance Unlimited, led by the passionate and proud Jackie Gomes.
For Jackie, the moment was surreal. Imagine watching your students perform against the world’s best and win! An absolute dream made real.
“To see them step onto that stage, give it their all, and walk away with medals, I was in tears. Happy, grateful tears,” she said.
And the stats do not lie.
K&J dancers brought home:
- 2 Special Awards (yep, Gala Night invitations!)
- 2 Gold Medals
- 2 Silver Medals
- 5 Bronze Medals
- And a total of 21 routines placed in the Top 6 globally!
Out of 21 routines, 10 were team dances, and 11 were solos or duos, proving that this studio does not just breed talent, it builds versatility, unity, and confidence.
Jackie says it is more than just the medals. “For many of these kids, it was their first time overseas. First time in front of international judges. The growth I’ve seen in them emotionally, physically, artistically it’s massive.”
While K&J danced their hearts out, they were not the only ones flying the South African flag high. The Hip Hop Dance Academy returned home with an eye-popping 13 golds, 12 silvers, and 5 bronze medals. South Africa came ready.
Back at home, the dancers are still buzzing. Parents, supporters, and the community are rallying behind them. There is a shared sense that this is just the beginning that global stages like Spain are only a stepping stone.
Jackie already started thinking ahead.
“We’re not done. We’re more inspired than ever. Our dancers know they belong on the world stage and they’re ready to go back and make even bigger moves.”
Sources: GTG Interview
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