Everyone Can Dance
When we sat down to talk to the boys of MOS - Cob, Mitch, Rhys
and Brody - my first impression was not that of a crew. These boys,
all different, have found such a unity in dance that they behave more
like a family. They all took to share their love of dance at one of Cobs
all boys classes at Western Cheer Sports. In his words, they “grew
together” as they trained. So much so, that in 2013 they became a crew.
As we interviewed MOS, the boys encouraged and supported Mitch, who at twenty one is surely one of the most passionate people in the dance scene. Mitch is a special needs dancer who proves to anyone with doubts, that excuses just aren’t good enough to stop you from taking up something you want to do. What his crew admire so much about his character is how he uses his carefree spirit to put 110% into his dancing.
Mitch mentioned how much he enjoyed training for Battlegrounds, the 2016 state qualifiers in Perth that was held a few weeks ago. And honestly, his level of excitement matched that of his performance. Movement of Sound were excellent competitors with a strong showcase of refined style and memorable moves.
Mitch’s message to those who may feel that their special needs prevent them from achieving their full potential, is that you have absolutely nothing holding you back. He says that we should be “supporting them” in a way that highlights the fun of it, where “if you wanna dance, don’t quit”.
When we asked MOS what made them special, they responded quite simply;
“We’re different. We are more family based and we believe everyone can dance.”
The Movement of Sound Dance Company started early in 2016, and now caters for 50 students aged three to eighteen in five different classes. The goal? To eliminate that sense of insecurity, and in doing so maximise potential. The boys strongly value the concept of dance with no limits. Cob in particular, seeks to enlist this into classes by encouraging confident freestyle dance at a young age.
Cob says future developments include the continuation of his classes. He also hopes that by early 2017 he will have Mitch helping him teach a special needs focused class. This would not only encourage people who feel bound by their needs, or limited by their circumstances. It would also to show Mitch just how much the community value and respect his efforts in achieving his goals.
Overall, Movement of Sound are not just brilliant dancers, but brilliant people. Whilst their dancing is effortless and natural, so is their benevolence. One could even argue that dance comes more naturally to them than any other form of communication or expression as it breaks down the barriers that are generally put up by society and its speculating opinions of special needs people.
Their crew exhibits values we should all instil in our everyday lives; that you are bound by nothing, and are capable of everything. Growth brings about growth, and it encourages others to do the same. Their dance represents a lifestyle, but it also demonstrates a change in the way we think and behave towards one another.
A Movement of Change. A Movement of Dance. A Movement of Sound.
Filmed & Edited by JustPlay Media - Andrew McIvor
Interviewed by Kah Dante
Full Article by Izabela Barakovska
