Unprecedented Double Feature: WDSF World Championship PD Latin Joins Mallorca’s Historic Line-Up

The upcoming DanceSport gathering in Calvià, Mallorca, was already set to carve its name into the history books as the very first World Championship Latin Adult held on Spanish soil. Today, the World DanceSport Federation is delighted to announce a monumentally prestigious addition to the schedule: the WDSF World Championship PD Latin will also take place on Sunday, 22 November.

This extraordinary inclusion transforms an already landmark occasion into a dual-championship spectacle, bringing two distinct tiers of international mastery together under one roof at the Palau d'Esports Melani Costa.

Comprehensive Three-Day Event Programme

Across three days of intense, world-class DanceSport, couples and solos from around the globe will take to the floor across various age brackets and disciplines:

Friday, 20 November 2026

WDSF Open Standard Senior II
WDSF Open Standard Senior III
WDSF Open Standard Senior IV
WDSF Open Standard Senior V
WDSF Open Standard Rising Stars
WDSF Open Latin Rising Stars
WDSF Open PD Latin Adult

Saturday, 21 November 2026

WDSF World Open (new series) Standard Adult
WDSF Open Standard Youth
WDSF Open Solo Latin Female Adult
WDSF Open Solo Latin Female Youth
WDSF Open Solo Latin Female Junior I
WDSF Open Solo Latin Female Junior II
WDSF World Championship Latin Adult

Sunday, 22 November 2026

WDSF World Championship PD Latin (Newly Added)
WDSF International Open Latin Adult
WDSF Open Standard Junior II
WDSF Open Standard Under 21
WDSF Open Latin Youth
WDSF Open Latin Junior II
WDSF Open Latin Under 21
WDSF Open Latin Senior II
WDSF Open Latin Senior III
WDSF Open PD Standard Adult

Understanding the Distinction: Adult Amateur vs Professional DANCESPORT

For attendees and viewers witnessing this rare pairing, the weekend offers a fascinating study in movement, experience, and artistic approach across two distinct realms of the sport:

World Championship Latin Adult: Represents the absolute pinnacle of the amateur pipeline. Competitors in this category are world-ranking athletes who hone their crafts through rigorous training schedules while navigating the open circuit, striving for peak performance, world titles, and advancement up the international ladder.

World Championship PD Latin: Features seasoned athletes within the Professional Division. Having transitioned beyond the amateur circuit, these dancers possess deep artistic maturity, commanding floor presence, and refined technical clarity honed over years of top-tier performance, teaching, and professional dedication.

A Gathering of Global Stars: Registration Are Open

Dancers and enthusiasts alike are urged not to miss this historic gathering in Balearic surroundings. Early entries indicate a stacked roster of world-renowned talent preparing to battle for supreme honours.

Home favourites Guillem Pascual and Diandra Aniella will step onto Balearic soil intent on claiming the crown in front of a passionate domestic audience. Standing directly in their path are China’s formidable Yan Bangbang and Du Yujun, their fierce rivals who have traded GrandSlam triumphs with the Spanish duo throughout 2026.

The entry list further shines with Denmark’s beloved powerhouse pair Malthe Brinch Rohde and Sandra Sørensen, renowned for captivating audiences wherever they perform. Adding further depth and artistry to the floor are the distinguished Konstantin Gorodilov and Polina Figurenko, Alongside Romania’s Alexandru Miculescu and Andra Pacurar, both pairs consistent mainstays in major international finals who are guaranteed to elevate the atmosphere in Calvià.

Whether entering as an ambitious competitor eager to test your skill on a world stage or attending as a passionate spectator to witness an unprecedented assembly of dance talent, this weekend promises memories to last a lifetime.

Athlete Registration: Register for Competition Entry Here

Spectator Tickets: Purchase Event Tickets Here

LiveStream Coverage

For those unable to make the journey to Mallorca, every round, heat, and final will be broadcast globally. Complete coverage will be available live via the official WDSF Livestream, ensuring fans worldwide do not miss a single moment of the action.