The WDC Blackpool Congress 2017 brings together some of the most influential names in the dance world for an unforgettable series of lectures, demonstrations, and educational presentations.
Recorded live at the legendary Winter Gardens in Blackpool, this congress showcases the knowledge, artistry, and experience of World Champions, renowned coaches, and leading international performers. Covering both Latin American and Ballroom Standard disciplines, the lectures provide valuable insights into technique, performance, choreography, musicality, partnership, competition preparation, and dance development.
Whether you are a competitive dancer striving for excellence, a teacher seeking fresh inspiration, or an adjudicator looking to deepen your understanding of high-level dancing, this collection offers a rare opportunity to learn directly from some of the greatest minds in ballroom dance.
The 2017 congress theme, “Your Past – Your Present – Your Future,” reflects the evolution of dance through tradition, current excellence, and future innovation.
Featured Lectures & Presentations
Disc 1
- Opening Ceremony
- Donnie Burns MBE & Gaynor Fairweather MBE
- Andrej Skufca & Jurij Batagelj – Theatre of Dreams
- John Wood – Illusions of Time
- Hide Tanaka
Disc 2
- Andrea Ghigiarelli & Sara Andracchio – The Truth
- Troels Bager & Ina Jeliazkova – YOU-nique
- Toni Redpath – The DNA of Smooth
Disc 3
- Michael Malitowski & Joanna Leunis
- Arunas Bizokas & Katusha Demidova – Remember… Enjoy… Imagine
- Riccardo Cocchi & Yulia Zagoruychenco
- Victor Fung & Anastasia Muravyova
Disc 4
- Stefano Di Filippo & Dasha Chesnokova
- Domen Krapez & Natascha Karabey – Details Make the Difference
- Bryan Watson & Carmen – Dancer, Winner, Both?
Disc 5
- Sam Sodano – Rhythm vs Latin – What Makes the Difference?
- Pierre Dulaine – Dancing Classrooms
- Closing Speech
Why You’ll Love This Collection
- Official recording of the prestigious WDC Blackpool Congress 2017
- Learn from World Champions and legendary coaches
- Covers both Ballroom Standard and Latin disciplines
- Insights into technique, artistry, competition strategy, and teaching methods
- Approximately 9 hours of professional educational content
- Essential reference material for dancers, instructors, and adjudicators
Perfect For
- Competitive Ballroom & Latin dancers
- Dance teachers and coaches
- Studio owners
- Dance adjudicators
- Dance enthusiasts and collectors
- Students preparing for high-level competitions
Relive the inspiration, knowledge, and excellence of the WDC Blackpool Congress 2017 and learn from some of the most respected names in the world of dance.
