Protean of the Month
Congratulations DANIEL AYALA! / June 2023
My name is Daniel Ayala and I’ve been dancing ballet for 5 years. I’ve been a sodancer since 2019 after getting the Star Award at the Universal Ballet Competition for best in class. Some of my biggest accomplishments so far have been; being selected as a Finalist for the Helsinki International Ballet Competition in Finland, Getting the Silver Medal at the World Ballet Competition Finals in 2022, Making it to second round at he Youth America Grand Prix Finals and most recently getting the Outstanding Classical Dancer at the Dance Open America Grand Prix Finals in Miami.
As always here are some tips and advice from our Protean of the Month.
1. What is the biggest difference you have experienced from Cross Training with Proteus Fitness (physical or mental)?
I feel more confident with my body and dancing in general. From the few months that I’ve been working with Christian and Proteus I feel like my partnering, jumps, turns and physicality have improved tremendously.
2. What tip would you like to share with younger dancers looking to become professionals like you?
Get yourself a support system that’s there for you when days aren’t looking the brightest. This career has many ups and downs and I truly believe that you can’t go in this path by yourself, so make sure you have some people in your corner to back you up when things get tough!
3. What are you most excited about for the future?
I’m super excited to start my first apprentice contract with Palm Beach Ballet as well as dancing with St Lucie Ballet for the 23/24 season! I’m excited to continue training with Christian and Proteus Fitness!
