【17th Anniversary of the Establishment of the Hong Kong Western Dance Council】
Introduction
of Hong Kong Western Dance Council (HKWDC):
Hong Kong Western Dance Council (HKWDC) was
established in Hong Kong in 2001 by Mr. Jacky Mo (Founder & President). It
affiliated with The International Dance Council – CID UNESCO and Association of
Hong Kong Dance Organizations.
In 2001, the first examination took place in Hong Kong
for the ISTD Country/Western Dance Professional Examination and the first group
of teachers passed the examination successfully and joined in HKWDC, it took
the lead in organising the Western Line Dance Teachers' Courses with emphasis
on the ISTD Syllabus in Hong Kong in 2001. It also provides training for
students of all levels, from those dancing for pure enjoyment to those
contemplating a professional career in dance. Our teachers are
recommended to sit for examinations of the ISTD since 2001. Another very important activity of HKWDC is the
organisation and development of a series of dance examinations. Since its
inception, HKWDC organise the Western Line Dance Teachers' Course every year.
As of today, HKWDC is proud to organize the 26th HKWDC Western Line
Dance Teacher’s Certificate Presentation Ceremony to be
held in 2016.
The objective of HKWDC is to diffuse and promote the
Western Dances (including Western Line Dance, Latin Line Dance, Partner Round
Dance, Couples Freestyle, Salsa Dance, Ceroc/ LeRoc/ Modern-Jive Dance, Wedding Dance Ballroom & Latin Dance etc.) in
Hong Kong, unite local dancers and consolidate
liaison between dance groups, education organisations and government bodies to
organise dance performances, workshops and activities. It also aims to arouse
students’ interest and stretch their potential in dancing. Dance is an excellent form of
exercise; rhythmic movements to music provide an effective workout to keep
healthy and fit and have fun. Hence, “Dance with Health” is our slogan.
In 2004, HKWDC and FAHK jointly set up the “Salsa Dance Teachers' Courses”. In
2008 & 2009,
HKWDC and Hong Kong Salsa Dance Association(HKSDA) jointly set up the “The 2nd
& 3rd Salsa Dance Teachers' Courses”. In 2009, HKWDC &
Ceroc/ LeRoc/ Modern-Jive
Dance Association of Hong Kong(CDAHK) jointly set
up the “Modern Jive Dance Pre-Teachers' Course”. In 2009,
HKWDC & Hong Kong Wedding Association co-organised the "Wedding
Waltz Certificate Course".
As of today, HKWDC has about over 750 professional
members.
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