Photos by: Bernal Ramirez
Published by: Kyla Shane Recullo
Date Published: September 15, 2026
Time Published: 10:05 AM
The Alta Dance Troupe of Lyceum of Alabang secured fifth place among eight participating teams in the U-Belt Dance 15 Intercollegiate Team Competition held at Isetann Mall, Recto, Manila, on September 12, 2026.
The competition opened with the introduction of hosts Rey Pumaloy and James Louie Salazar, original hosts of the first-ever U-Belt Dance, alongside co-host Giles Ashby de Jesus.
The panel of judges was composed of Patrick “Wolf” Caballa, pioneer member of the Philippine All-Stars; Joshua Zamora of the Manoeuvers and an original U-Belt Dance judge; and former elimination-round judges Alyanna Talam and Jomo Tan.
Representing Lyceum of Alabang, Alta Dance Troupe took the stage and delivered its performance alongside the other participating teams. The judges commended the troupe for being consistent with its dance style, demonstrating body flexibility, and executing clean steps throughout the performance.
The troupe also caught the attention of the hosts, with one complimenting their costumes as “Shining, shimmering, splendid.”
After all eight teams completed their performances, Alta Dance Troupe was announced as the fifth-place finisher and received a consolation prize and certificate for its participation in the competition.