Dance Academy To Compete In Orlando

The Bermuda Dance Academy will compete at the prestigious Revive Dance Convention and Competition in Orlando, Florida.

A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Dance Academy is thrilled to announce that its International Performance Team, under the expert direction of Nikia Manders, will compete at the prestigious Revive Dance Convention and Competition from February 14 to 16, 2025, in Orlando, Florida. This talented delegation includes 10 dancers, 3 dedicated teachers, and 17 supportive family members, totaling 30 participants ready to showcase their hard work and passion for dance.

“Dancers Representing Bermuda: Tjaia Butler, Nia Cross, Savannah Denkins, Riley Evans, Essence Lewis, Aanya Mills, Aviya Mills, Sanziniah Raynor, Yannick Rochester, and Tessanne Williams

“Dedicated Teachers: Nikia Manders, Imani Edwards, and Makaylie Smith

“The team will perform a series of exciting routines over the competition weekend, highlighting their diverse styles and choreography.

Competition Schedule:

Friday, February 14th, 2025:

#61 Breakfree at 2:59 PM

• Choreographed by Mikayla Wilson
• Dancer: Sanziniah Raynor

#139 Forest at 7:05 PM

• Choreographed by Dr. Andrea Markus
• Dancers: Tjaia Butler, Nia Cross, Savannah Denkins, Riley Evans, Aanya Mills, Sanziniah Raynor, Yannick Rochester, Tessanne Williams

#151 Black and Gold at 7:33 PM

• Choreographed by Nikia Manders
• Dancers: Nia Cross, Riley Evans, Essence Lewis, Aviya Mills, Tessanne Williams

#159 Dinosaur at 7:58 PM

• Choreographed by Nikia Manders
• Dancers: Nia Cross, Riley Evans, Essence Lewis, Aviya Mills, Tessanne Williams

#163 Pass that Dutch at 8:11 PM

• Choreographed by Makaylie Smith
• Dancers: Tjaia Butler, Nia Cross, Savannah Denkins, Riley Evans, Essence Lewis, Aanya Mills, Aviya Mills, Sanziniah Raynor, Yannick Rochester, Tessanne Williams

Saturday, February 15th, 2025:

#173 Freedom at 8:42 AM

• Choreographed by Nikia Manders
• Dancers: Savannah Denkins, Sanziniah Raynor, Yannick Rochester

#189 I Need Your Love at 9:35 AM

• Choreographed by Mikayla Wilson
• Dancers: Tjaia Butler, Savannah Denkins, Aanya Mills, Sanziniah Raynor, Yannick Rochester

#207 Stay at 10:29 AM

• Choreographed by Mikayla Wilson
• Dancers: Tjaia Butler, Savannah Denkins, Sanziniah Raynor, Yannick Rochester

“Dance enthusiasts can catch the live performances by tuning into the livestream at [Revive Dance Convention Live Stream]. Join us in cheering on the Bermuda Dance Academy’s International Performance Team as they take the stage and bring their dedication, talent, and creativity to life!”

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