Manuel Favilla & Natalia Maidiuk | Florida State 2024 with Dmitry Nikolaev

Join us backstage at the Florida State Danceport Championships 2024, where Dmitry Nikolaev interviews the dynamic duo, Manuel Favilla and Natalia Maidiuk, winners of the International Latin category. Known for their ever-evolving and captivating performances, Manuel and Natalia discuss their philosophy of surprising both the audience and themselves, ensuring their routines are never predictable.

They share insights into their unique approach, balancing technical preparation with the spontaneity of the moment, treating competition day as a celebration. The couple also reflects on the warm and supportive Florida audience, the significance of competing in Los Angeles for the upcoming World Championships, and how they manage nerves and pressure with their extensive experience.

Manuel and Natalia reveal how they have grown to embrace the positive energy of their performances, focusing on creating beautiful moments for their audience rather than feeling pressured. Their journey has been marked by numerous prestigious achievements, including being World, U.S., and Blackpool finalists. They emphasize the importance of preparation and the joy of living in the moment during their performances.

For more details about the event, visit the official website: www.flstatedance.com

Notable Quotes:

• “It’s our duty to surprise the audience and sometimes even ourselves. If we always do the same, we become predictable. How boring is that?” – Manuel Favilla
• “On the day of the competition, for me, it’s like a party time. I get ready, do my makeup, my hair, and just have fun.” – Natalia Maidiuk
• “I love having all those emotions because I manage to turn them into energy.” – Natalia Maidiuk
• “We prepare like there’s no tomorrow, and then on the day, we just have a party and live the moment.” – Natalia Maidiuk
• “The experience helps to let go on the day and enjoy the new moments.” – Manuel Favilla