Sport In Profile UK Issue 01 | Page 8

THE FACTORY DANCE ACADEMY FDA work very closely with the UK Cheerleading Association and have not only the largest dance school in the region but also the largest Street Cheer movement in the country. Crew members are aged between 10 -40 years old and are part of competing crews – Applejax, Misdemeanor, Bionic, Krysis and Fierce. Competitor & Champion Coach Callie Griffiths (19) said, “Its such an honor to represent our county doing something we all love, it’s amazing that Street Cheer is sweeping Europe and we were so proud to dance for our county and bring back some trophies” Callie started life as an FDA participant aged 13 and then began FDA’s training program gaining experience, skills and qualifications. Callie is now a championship coach and still dances and competes with FDA herself. Callie is a huge inspiration to the young people at FDA and a true leader in her sport. To get involved in FDA, Street Cheer, or to book Street Cheer Coach training please contact; [email protected] Tel – 01670 363037 8 ISSUE 01