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Treat to watch Latin dance groups

Arriba! Thousands descended to Springvale to show off their dancing skills at the annual Latin Festival on 23-24 September.
Every Latin nationality was represented, with traditional dance performances from Cuban, Peruvian, Brazilian, Mexican and Chilean dance groups hitting the stage.
The Latin Dance Competition was a big drawcard, with many coming from interstate to take part.
Wollongong couple Cristina and Jaime Silva made the trip down from NSW, and were met with huge applause, quickly becoming crowd favourites.
Those wanting a bit of a work out were encouraged to participate in a Zumba class, a gym favourite.
The kids were treated to a tango class while the adults were encouraged to salsa all night long with Latin DJs hitting the decks in the evening.
The Latin Festival is an annual event held in September at the Sandown Racecourse.
It attacks more than 15,000 people and represents more than 20 Latin countries.

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