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# Sapphire Dancesport
June 25, 2024 | [Dance Vision](https://blog.dancevision.com/author/dance-vision)
[# Dancesport](https://blog.dancevision.com/tag/dancesport)
Dancers and enthusiasts gathered to celebrate the grandeur of ballroom dancing at the 44th Anniversary of The Ball at SF Open. Take an exclusive look inside one of America’s top [ballroom dance competitions.](https://blog.dancevision.com/the-top-55-ballroom-dance-competitions-in-the-world)
## **2024 Recap**
The Sapphire Dancesport, held in Austin, Texas, on May 31, 2024, shone brightly under the expert organization of Ricardas and HollyAnn Simkaitis, now in their sixth year as hosts. This year's event, themed around Havana Nights, invited participants to dress in festive attire, adding a unique flair to the competition. The vibrant atmosphere and impressive performances solidified Sapphire Dancesport's reputation as a premier event in the ballroom dance community.
The organizers— Ricardas and HollyAnn Simkaitis
[📸: https://shorturl.at/rf2tz](https://shorturl.at/rf2tz)
The Sapphire Dancesport competition delivered an unforgettable two-day event packed with impressive talent and dedication. The event kicked off on Friday with a morning session that featured Pro-Am and Amateur American Smooth and International Latin Single and Multi-Dances. The excitement continued into the evening with Pro-Am Smooth and Latin Scholarships, culminating in the vibrant Havana Night Club Events, showcasing a variety of specialty dances.
Saturday's matinee session included Pro-Am and Amateur International Ballroom and American Rhythm Single and Multi-Dances, as well as Showcase and Solos. The grand finale in the evening highlighted Pro-Am International Ballroom and American Rhythm Scholarships, followed by a spectacular lineup of professional competitions. Dancers competed in Show Dance, International Ballroom, American Rhythm, International Latin, and American Smooth, bringing the event to an exhilarating close.
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[📸: https://linkmix.co/24192471](https://linkmix.co/24192471)
Here's a sneak peek of the dance floor at Sapphire Dancesport.
[📸: https://shorturl.at/FcaN0](https://shorturl.at/FcaN0)
Explore the Sapphire Dancesport on social media to enjoy the captivating performances of talented dancers. Stay updated on future competitions by following their [Facebook page](https://www.facebook.com/sapphiredancesport) and visiting their [official website](https://www.sapphiredancesport.com/).
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