World record attempt: Perleberg dances for a good cause!

World record attempt: Perleberg dances for a good cause!

On November 8th, things got serious for dancers all over Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Over 8,400 people took part in an impressive world record attempt in synchronized Bachata dancing. The song of the same name “Bailar Bachata” by Juan Daniel and Loco Escrito echoed simultaneously through 140 dance schools in the three countries at 8:30 p.m. This grandiose event was organized by General German Dance Teachers Association (ADTV) and the Business Association of German Dance School Entrepreneurs (WDTU) to promote dancing together and at the same time collect money for an important cause.

In the Perleberg dance school “Quer durch die Gasse” there were 98 dancers among the participants. The choreography was made available centrally to all participants, and each dance school was required to provide at least 25 couples as well as a stable internet connection and documentation in the form of video recordings and witnesses. The people from Perleberg were not only able to impress with their participation - they also made a contribution to the good cause by donating 750 euros to the NCL Foundation. This foundation is committed to researching childhood dementia, which is characterized, among other things, by symptoms such as blindness and motor loss.

A worldwide phenomenon

The number of over 8,400 dancers exceeds the previous record of around 4,000 and the official number of participants will be announced in the coming weeks. The great solidarity is evident at all locations. At the Gutzmann dance school in Laupheim, for example, 27 couples contributed to the local record attempt and danced together with thousands of others. Over 73,000 euros in donations were collected, with the Laupheimers supporting their own studio with over 800 euros. Participants ranged from teenagers to older dancers. Particularly remarkable was Lore Gutzmann, who, at almost 80 years old, radiated full energy while dancing.

For the world record to be officially recognized, independent witnesses were required at each location. The final review is expected in one to two weeks. The entire campaign shows a collective commitment and a vibrant community spirit that goes beyond the dance floors. It's not just music that brings people together, but also the goal of gaining new insights for research and supporting affected families.

Ultimately, it is the shared rhythm that moves hearts in the dance school and far beyond. Such initiatives show that dancing is not just a hobby, but a way to actively enrich the lives of others. Who can say no to that?

For more information about the initiative and to become part of this great community project, visit the dedicated website General German Dance Teachers Association.