The Dance Rush Members: Meet Keith Micallef: YADA - A New Chapter in my Life !

As a new member of YADA, I am proud to say that my experience there has been extremely positive so far, finding a welcoming group that has accepted me and suitable challenges which constantly push me to better myself in every possible way.

People sometimes ask why I do what I do. I answer that it's mainly the thrill of going on stage, the sheer pleasure from seeing all of your hard work and dedication materializing on stage and the look on people's faces when you walk out and clearly see that they've had a good time. That's not all though, because for me the thrill of walking on stage isn't just a good feeling. It's an addiction, and I'm constantly seeking the rush and exhilaration that I feel in those seconds that I'm waiting in the wings.

YADA has helped me in several ways, exposing me to new styles of dance and various teaching styles and helping me explore a whole new range of movement that I never imagined doing before. Above all, it taught me what it means to commit and devote yourself to what you love, and the rewarding feeling you get when you look back at it.

Dance influences me in several ways. The obvious feature would be physically, with the improved flexibility, strong body, along with all the strain and stress through sore and tired muscles, tendons, joints and other areas. However, it has also influenced me academically, helping me develop an ever-increasing interest in physiotherapy to understand how the body, such a marvelous mechanism, can allow us to move in ways that let us express our innermost feelings, as well as the knowledge to help others pursuing their dreams in dance!

To summarize, I believe that dance is a beautiful and one of the ultimate forms of expression, and I appreciate and love every moment at YADA where we hone our skills in preparation for our ultimate audience - the Palace of Fine Arts Theatre, San Francisco!