The World Latin Dance Championship, which will take place on October 18, 2025, at Starez Arena Vodova in Brno as part of the Brno Open festival, will feature clear stars in the Czech delegation: Jakub Lipowski and Tereza Kučerová. This pair has risen to the top of the world in recent years, and their participation on home soil is keenly anticipated – not only by dance enthusiasts but also by the public, who will have the opportunity to witness the world's elite directly in the Czech Republic.
Jakub Lipowski
Originally from Poland, she has been active in the Latin dance world for a long time and is a multiple-time champion of her country.
She has experience from the final rounds of the most prestigious competitions, including Grand Slams and international championships.
Tereza Kučerová
One of the most significant Czech Latin dancers, a more than nine-time Czech Republic champion.
He also has extensive experience on the international stage – final appearances, championship semi-finals, European and world propositions.
As a couple
The couple's joint results are impressive: 5th place at the European Championships for Adults in Latin American Dances (Calvia, Spain) 2025.
Positioned around 7th place in the WDSF world rankings for Latin, which is an excellent achievement by Czech standards.
The meaning of their participation in the World Latin Championship
The participation of the Lipowski & Kučerová couple in the World Latin Championship has several significant dimensions for the Czech Republic:
A world-class domestic competition
The World Championship in Latin American dances returns to the Czech Republic after a very long time.
– Hosting such an event is a milestone in itself.
Chance for historic success
Jakub and Tereza have already managed to break through to the European Championship finals, and now they have the opportunity to try for a spot in the World Championship finals – moreover, with the support of the home crowd and at home in the Czech Republic.
Inspiration for the dance scene
Their journeys and results are a motivation for young dancers in the Czech Republic – they show that top results can be achieved even when representing a country that is not a traditional giant in dance sport. For many, they can be a role model, proving that hard work and meticulous preparation pay off.
Visibility and Support for Dance Sport
An event of international significance, hosted at home, will attract the attention of the media, the public, and sponsors. This could mean greater support for infrastructure, club work, education, and scholarships for talented couples.
Preparation and Challenges
Jakub Lipowski and Tereza Kučerová have been preparing for the World Championship for a year and a half – their training is intensive, including technical and conditioning preparation, work on choreography, musicality, and psychology.
Among the main challenges faced:
To have competitiveness at the level of a World Championship final – Dance couples from Asia or Western Europe often have extensive experience, a broad reputation, and sometimes greater resources for preparation.
Maintaining performance stability – in dance sport, small details often decide: posture, footwork, expression, grace of transitions, uniformity of choreography, and even conditioning during the final rounds.
Home environment pressure – the home crowd and expectations add tension that must be handled mentally.
Financial and organizational matters – travel, clothing, choreography, external coaches, dancing with music – all of this costs and goes beyond regular club commitments.
What can be expected?
Looking at current form and past placements, it can be expected that:
Lipowski & Kučerová will strive to advance to the finals and ideally into the top 6 pairs in the world.
Quality performance can be expected, especially if everything goes according to plan – training, mental preparation, and support.
And even if the finals ultimately work out, their performance at the World Championships will be a significant step for Czech dance sport, a confirmation that we are capable of being part of the world elite.
Conclusion
Jakub Lipowski and Tereza Kučerová today represent the very best of the Czech Latin American dance scene. Their participation in the World Latin Championships in Brno is not just a sporting event, but a cultural moment for the entire Czech Republic. It carries within it the potential for history – for a home title, for a breakthrough on the international stage, and for the inspiration of future generations.
We will watch – and we will cheer.
