The success of International Dance Academy which started in Limkokwing Malaysia has spread to Limkokwing Cambodia.

With a catchy slogan, “Dance for your body and soul” the dance academy managed to attract lots of students during its first class on 5 July 2009.

“I am so happy now that I have the opportunity to attend different dancing classes at my university and learn different moves, styles of dances from professional instructors” said one of the students who registered that day.

“My friends and I were so excited when we came to the first class – we found big mirrors, loud music and lots of fun dancing!” She added.

For the moment, Cambodia International Dance Academy offers three types of dances which are traditional Khmer dancing, hip hop and Latin dances.

Hip hop and Latin dances are not something new to the International Dance Academy since both have been introduced back in Kuala Lumpur. Yet Khmer dancing is definitely something to look for.

Khmer classical dancers use stylized movements and gestures to tell a story much like a mime. Many people consider its style vague or abstract. Beautiful ceremony of story telling movements and detailed luxurious costumes create a unique experience for students learning this type of dancing.

For those who are interested to join hip hop class, they should come to the academy every Monday and Tuesday. Class will be separated for male and female since there are so many different styles to be taught. Everyone is welcome to try each class.

The instructor for hip hop is none other than MR.G.O, an experienced instructor in break dance, R&B, soul and hip hop styles.  Apart from performing with his own crew for events around Cambodia, he has also instructed many Cambodian singers during their performances.

Other instructors will also join to enrich the students’ knowledge and experience in dancing.

Latin dance will only start the week after. Then, students will be able to sway their hips to the beat of Salsa, Cha-Cha, Rumba and many other different styles from Latin America.