Xpression Dance Studio
Xpression Dance Studio History
Xpression Dance Studio was created in 2005 as a result of the local teen-ages continually dancing around the Metro Youth Trust Centre. As part of the Metro Youth Trust vision, Xpression founders Kelly and Melanie Watkinson decided to build a first class studio that could meet the needs of a growing recreational sport / physical activities program.
The Metro Youth Trust is a nonprofit organisation dedicated to serving the community in Christchurch. We are committed to offering positive and healthy alternatives to our young people, alternatives which reinforce self-worth, foster cohesion and connection, and allow the promotion of healthy lifestyles.
Xpression Dance Studio Achievements
Xpression Dance Studio was the organizer of the South Island's largest hip hop dance competition to date - 'Bounce' 2006 and 2007.
Xpression Dance Studio was awarded the 2006 BBDS "Outstanding Studio award" for Australasia and Xpression student Jordan Ah-Kuoi received the BBDS "Highest Dance Grade" in her division in Australasia.
Refined Dance Crew - Refined won the "Overall Best Performance" at the Rhythm Nation Dance Competition in 2006. The dance crew gained 1st place in the adults division at Bounce 2007 and then went onto compete at the 2008 New Zealand Dance Championships.
D-Vibe Dance Crew - D-Vibe gained 2nd place at the 2006 New Zealand Aerobic and Hip Hop Nationals and were awarded "Most Promising" dance team.
Legionnaires Dance Crew - Legionnaires gained 1st place at the New Zealand Hip Hop Regional Championships in 2009 and then went onto compete in the 2009 New Zealand Hip Hop Dance Championships.
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