He now qualifies to compete in the World Championships of Performing Arts in Los Angeles, in the United States of America, in June.
His mother, Maria, says Daniel competed in 11 solo and two group items and excelled in all styles.
The gold medals were for the solo dance styles lyrical, musical character, cha-cha, jive and samba, and in the group item, for hip-hop.
• Read: Daniel goes for gold
He was awarded silver medals for contemporary, ethnic, jazz, open, freestyle and hip-hop, and in the group item in the open division.
“The lyrical dance style is a routine where dancers interpret the lyrics or mood of a song,” explains Maria.
She says she loves seeing Daniel use his talent through his passionate dancing.
The teenager says he loves dancing and enjoys every competition.
• Also read: Daniel en route to Los Angeles
“At every event there is so much to learn and so many people you meet.
“New friendships develop at every competition,” says Daniel.
The competition is part of the World Association of Talent, Modelling and Entertainment and is also referred to as the Olympics of Performing Arts.
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