09/12/2024
Dear friends,
After much deliberation and many heartfelt discussions, we have come to a mutual decision to end our competitive career to focus on other important aspects of our lives.
It is safe to say that dancing and competing have been a significant part of our lives. We have been dancing since childhood and competing for 29 years.
We are immensely happy, satisfied, and proud of everything we have achieved over these eight years. It’s impossible to list all our accomplishments here, but we want to share a few significant milestones from our shared journey as competitors:
· World Champions Professional Ten-Dance
· Two times European Champions Professional Ten-Dance
· Six times Finnish National Champions
· Finalists at the Professional Latin European Championships
· Finalists at the Blackpool British Open Championships Professional Rising Star Latin
None of these achievements could have been possible alone and we are utmost grateful and want to thank the many important people who have helped and supported us throughout our journey.
First and foremost we would like to thank our beloved families - Thank you for supporting, helping, and encouraging us. You gave us space when we needed it, lifted us up when we were down or hesitant, and believed in us every step of the way. You celebrated our successes with us, and for that, we are forever grateful.
Special thanks to Ray Rose Dance Shoes, Nikama Nordic, Design HennaPauliina, Pohjanmaan Official, Luonto Furniture, Netpool Finland, and Schwarzkopf Pro Finland.
Huge thanks to Harri and Niina Antikainen for all your assistance, support and advice along the way.
Our greatest gratitude goes to Sirpa Suutari-Jääskö and Jukka Haapalainen. It was in your studio that our shared journey began and you have been with us every step of the way. Through easy times and challenges, you’ve always guided us forward to the next stage. You've been our mentors and most importantly, friends. You are the Champions and you’ve been an integral part of our journey of becoming champions. Thank you!
Finally we want to thank all of You for your continuous support.
This is us, our story, our dance, our life.
Thank you,
Jaak & Tiina❤️