Local dancer competes for Team USA
Skylar Socey, a dancer at Studio 8 Dance, recently competed on Team USA at the 2023 World Acrobatic Championships in Monterrey, Mexico. She placed in the top 20 in the world for her age division.
Socey has been dancing since she was 2 years old. She started at Studio 8 at age 7 and has been a member of the competitive team for the past five years. Her acrobatic dance routines have garnered several regional titles in addition to winning numerous other awards at regional and state competitions. In April, she was selected by Team USA Head Coach Mark Nash from Acrobatic Arts to represent America with her solo routine “Pop Drop and Roll” choreographed by her teacher, Bridey Clevenger.
In Monterrey, Socey competed in the teen acrobatic dance division. Turning 13 the week prior to the competition, she was the youngest competitor in a category that included girls up to 16 years old. She received high marks from the judges and was ultimately ranked 17th in the world.
Socey said she is extremely proud of her performance in Monterrey and is grateful for the opportunity to represent Team USA. She said it was exciting to meet so many talented dancers from all over the world, and to be able to walk in the opening ceremonies “Parade of Nations” under the American Flag.
Socey said she is looking forward to continuing her training and competing on national and international levels in the future.
Studio 8 Dance is located at 1025 Santa Barbara Blvd., Cape Coral. For more information call 866-985-0371 or visit studio8dance.com.