Huzhou, China
HUZHOU, CHINA – The 2025 China Yangtze River Delta Cheer Dance Competition kicked off on April 18 at Huzhou Gymnasium. Hosted by the Gymnastics Management Center of the General Administration of Sport of China and the China Trampoline and Acrobatic Association, and organized by the Huzhou Sports Bureau, the event brought together 95 teams and nearly 2,000 participants from across the country.
Group photo of DKU Street Dance Club at the 2025 China Yangtze River Delta Cheer Dance Competition
This competition marked the first time the DKU Street Dance Club represented Duke Kunshan University at a national cheer dance event. Under the guidance of PE teacher Zhang Yangjie, a team of 24 students competed in three categories: duo street dance, group pom-pom routine, and group street dance routine, showcasing their passion, strength, and teamwork on the national stage.
DKU Cheerleaders
DKU Street Dance Dancer
Through intense competition, DKU achieved excellent results:
Yihong Lin & Yuening Zhang –3rd Place, Open Youth B Duo Street Dance
DKU Cheer Pom-Pom Team (12 members) – 2nd Place, Open Youth B Group Pom-Pom
DKU Street Dance Advanced Team(13 members) – 3rd Place, Open Youth B Group Street Dance
Group Award, Open Youth Category for overall outstanding performance
The competition showcased our students’ passion and teamwork, marking a significant milestone for DKU in the national street and cheer dance community. We’re excited to see them continue to grow and shine on even bigger stages.
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