From Bryanston dance school to global arena
Grace in motion, Jayden is set to mesmerize UK audiences with his dancing skills.
Dance has always coursed through Jayden Luyt’s veins like a vibrant river, pulsating with rhythm and emotion.
From the moment he could walk, he found himself drawn to the mesmerising world of movement, captivated by the beauty and freedom it offered.
For him, dance isn’t just a hobby or a pastime; it is a calling, an intrinsic part of who he is.
As a member of the Bryanston-based dance school called Dexter Dance School, he is one of the qualified dancers selected to represent South Africa at the World Championships in Blackpool, UK.
The 15-year-old said that the journey to qualifying was both complex and simple at the same time, as they had to ensure that their dancing skills matched those at an international level.
“It feels quite normal as a proud South African to be representing the country, as I always knew that this would be a reality for us one day.”
Jayden explained that the studio fosters a great sense of national pride, and they expect to always win and do very well representing the country.
“We don’t believe in being modest when it comes to showing the world that South Africa is the best dance country in the world.”
He added that they have been preparing and think that’s what makes this such a unique opportunity for them because ultimately one has to be at the top of their game when stepping onto that stage.
“Mental toughness is an everyday thing; our goal is to ramp up the hours from where we are to bring us closer to a pro-level of training without compromising on school and family, as those things are equally as important.”
Jayden pointed out that currently, they are doing a lot of work mentally to prepare themselves for the mental strain of travelling as well as maintaining physical fitness through a rigorous daily conditioning regimen completed by applying the dance and training our foundation weekly.
“At the moment, we are facing funding challenges; getting the dancers all there is not easy, and most are not in a position to make it happen themselves, so our main focus is getting sponsorships to assist us in getting there, but in terms of the actual competition itself, we don’t anticipate any challenges we have not faced at home before.”
He concluded by stating that it is nothing short of the greatest honour to represent the country as a studio that aspires to inspire the nation.
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