Exec position:
President
Major:
Psychology
Years in UBCDC:
4
One piece of advice to newcomers:
Come to socials!! It’s the best way to learn in a more casual setting as well as meet other members of the dance community.
Favorite Dance:
Cha Cha
Where are you from?
Coquitlam
What do you do for fun?
Figure skating, singing, photography, baking.
Exec position:
IVP
Major:
Engineering Physics
Years in UBCDC:
2
One piece of advice for newcomers:
Have fun and go to socials!
Favorite Dance:
Quickstep
Where are you from?
Indonesia
What do you do for fun?
Video games, doing stupid stuff with friends, and a bit of blacksmithing
Exec position:
EVP
Major:
Political Science
Years in UBCDC:
3
One piece of advice to newcomers:
Go to as many newcomer classes as you can! It’s a great way to get familiar with dances and get to know the different teaching styles of all the instructors.
Favorite Dance:
Tango
Where are you from?
Vancouver
What do you do for fun?
Hike, read, hang out with friends
Exec position:
Gala Chair Assistant
Major:
Electrical Engineering
Years in UBCDC:
1
One piece of advice to newcomers:
Listen to a variety of dancesport competition music and count the beats out loud. It really helps with developing musicality and phrasing
Favorite Dance:
Paso doble
Where are you from?
Mongolia
Exec position:
Gala Chair
Years in UBCDC:
3
Major:
International Relations
One piece of advice to newcomers:
Don’t be afraid to put yourself out there! It’s a lot of fun to learn a new skill among a helpful community.
Favorite Dance:
Samba
Where are you from?
USA
What do you do for fun?
Reading is a great way to pass the time.
Exec position:
Treasurer
Years in UBCBC:
4
Major:
Finance
One piece of advice for newcomers:
Be patient with yourself, enjoy the mistakes you make, and above all else, keep dancing
Favorite Dance:
Waltz
Where are you from?
China
What do you do for fun?
Reading, Hiking, Watching anime
Which Disney character are you most like?
Meg from Hercules because she hates everyone
What is your favourite song to dance to (any type of dance)?
Any pop song because I am basic
Exec position:
Sponsorship Coordinator
Major:
Chemical Biology
Years in DC:
3
Advice to new members?
Make connections in your classes and come to socials!
Exec position:
Bookings Representative
Major:
Natural Resource Conservation
Years in UBCDC:
2
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One piece of advice for newcomers:
You can’t escape the cult of ballroom! The sooner you resign yourself to the reality that ballroom has consumed your soul and also your social life, the happier you will be! And the better your dancing will be, too ๐
Exec position:
Social Coordinator
Major:
English
Years in DC:
2
Advice to new members?
Take it easy!! Being a newcomer is most exciting because there’s so much to learn, but make sure not to overdo it so you don’t get burnt out!
Exec position:
Social Coordinator
Major:
International Relations
Years in DC:
1
Advice to new members?
Donโt be embarrassed! Youโre learning something new and people admire that (:
Exec position:
Secretary and IT Manager
Major:
Computer Science and Statistics
Years in DC:
3
One piece of advice to newcomers:
Get to know people!
Favourite Dance:
Quickstep
Where are you from?
Toronto
What do you do for fun?
Cooking/baking, reading, playing mystery/psychological thriller games, playing/watching tennis.
Exec position:
Photographer
Major:
Kinesiology
Years in UBCDC:
1
One piece of advice to newcomers:
Be kind, be respectful, and ask questions! Everyone in the community is so welcoming, and are always glad to help.
Exec position:
Equipment Manager
Major:
Electrical Engineering
Years in UBCDC:
2
One piece of advice to newcomers:
Keep your eyes up and trust yourself ๐
Favorite Dance:
Cha Cha
Where are you from?
Vancouver
What do you do for fun?
Dance, Video Games, Board Games, Cycling