The 18th Gumi Mayor's Cup 'National Dance Sports Competition' Held

Pro and Amateur Players Compete in Golden Steps Toward Victory

On the 11th, Gumi City in Gyeongbuk held the "18th Gumi Mayor's Cup National DanceSport Competition" at the Complex Sports Center, with over 500 professional and amateur DanceSport athletes and officials from across the country participating.

Gumi Mayor's Cup National Dance Sport Competition.

Hosted by the Gumi City Sports Council and organized by the Gumi City DanceSport Federation (President Jang Jeong-gu), the competition began with an opening ceremony at 11 a.m. and was divided into professional sports and recreational sports categories.

Participants ranged from kindergarten to senior divisions, showcasing dazzling dance moves and passionate performances in various categories such as Standard and Latin, captivating the audience.

Notably, this year, a delegation of about 10 athletes from the Dandong City DanceSport Association in China participated, leading efforts to promote friendly cooperation and exchange between Korean and Chinese DanceSport communities.

Mayor Kim Jang-ho stated, "Through this competition, we hope to improve athletes' performance, expand the base of DanceSport, and further activate Korea-China DanceSport exchanges."

DanceSport combines sports with dance, music, and theatrical arts, helping to balance the body and relieve mental stress, thereby revitalizing daily life. It has secured a broad base of enthusiasts across various age groups as a form of recreational sports.

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