Madisyn Rose Amos is a power to be reckoned with within the competitors circuit. At simply 12 years previous, she clearly exemplifies what it means to be a multifaceted dancer. A fast scroll by means of her Instagram reveals competitors and conference reels spanning a wide range of kinds, together with jazz, ballet, up to date, and ballroom. (In actual fact, after lower than a 12 months of Latin and ballroom coaching, Amos received first general at her first-ever singles competitors at Ovation Dance, even catching the eye of Derek Hough.) Earlier this month, she took house the Radix Elite Protégé title at The One Nationals in San Diego, California.
With a house base in Arizona, Amos at present trains and competes with Stars Dance Studio in Miami, Florida. Final 12 months, Amos positioned among the many Prime 10 Juniors at The Dance Awards. She adopted that up this Regionals season with first-place general titles at Nuvo, Bounce, New York Metropolis Dance Alliance, 24Seven Dance, and Radix, making her one to observe heading into Nationals.
Dance Spirit caught up with Amos to listen to about all issues leg tilts, dance idols, and objectives for the long run.
How did you get into dance?
Photograph courtesy Amos.
My mother likes to say I began dancing in her tummy as a result of I at all times kicked her. After I used to be born, my dad and mom noticed how a lot I
danced alongside to music, so I used to be put at school at age 1. I began with ballet and faucet, and realized how a lot I liked it. I then obtained into aggressive dancing after I was 7.
What are some highlights of your dance journey up to now?
I’ve had the chance to work with JoJo Siwa on an XOMG POP challenge, audition for “America’s Acquired Expertise,” and, most lately, work with Tiger Friday. I’m a TIGRL, which I’ve dreamed of being for my whole dance profession. I even obtained to create my very own design that I’ll be carrying at Nationals!
Do you could have any objectives for this season?
I’d like to win [additional] titles this Nationals season. I’m aiming for titles at The Dance Awards, Radix, and Press Play.
What’s your favourite fashion to carry out?
Undoubtedly ballroom. I get to point out my character and I like how fierce and sassy
I get to be.
What fashion challenges you essentially the most?
Ballet is super-challenging, however I adore it as a result of it helps with each single fashion. I’ve been coaching in it rather a lot lately.
Do you could have a signature transfer?
My signature transfer is unquestionably a leg tilt.
Describe your favourite combo you’ve ever realized.
I lately realized a up to date combo at Ovation from Talia Favia. She created and defined this concept of an “alter ego,” and I felt like I used to be capable of deliver out a brand new facet of me whereas dancing it. It felt so completely different and I liked it.
What are your largest objectives for the long run?
My largest dance dream is to be both a Rockette or to be on “Dancing with the Stars.”
Who’s your dance idol?
I like Keira Redpath. She is simply so wonderful. Once I watch all of her turns, jumps, and legs, I hope to be identical to that!
What’s your go-to competitors snack?
Most likely a boiled egg.
And your go-to drink?
I like blue Powerade, nevertheless it needs to be from Chick-fil-A.
