YGX Academy, the esteemed dance institution affiliated with YG Entertainment, announced the cessation of its operations, leaving fans and dancers bewildered.
On the evening of April 30th, the official announcement from YGX shattered the expectations of many. The statement read,
"We regret to inform you that YGX Academy will end operations on April 30th, 2024. Thank you for your support".
YGX STATEMENT (Photo : Twitter)
Confusion and Shock Among Fans
YGX Academy, renowned for providing top-tier choreography lessons led by seasoned dancers associated with YG's stellar lineup of artists like BIGBANG, BLACKPINK, iKON, and WINNER, left fans reeling with the sudden news. Despite recent dance lessons, the abrupt closure caught supporters off guard.
In response to the announcement, Park Eun-chong, known for backing BLACKPINK and choreographing for BABYMONSTER, expressed gratitude and optimism, stating:
Park Eun-chong, BLACKPINK’s backup dancer and BABYMONSTER’s choreographer (Photo : Twitter)
"Thank you for your participation in the dance lessons. I'll meet you guys again in a better position!".
Kwon Young-deuk, another prominent dancer, empathized with fans' shock and offered reassurance, promising a brighter future:
Kwon Young-deuk left an apology, (Photo : Twitter)
"You guys must be so shocked by this news... If you care and love us, we will make sure to shine in our next chapter. Trust me. I'll be back soon."
Mixed Reactions and Speculations
While some feared that the closure signaled a larger exodus from YG Entertainment, it was clarified that only the academy would cease operations, not the dance team itself.
Nonetheless, concerns lingered over the future direction of YG's artistic ventures.
A Bittersweet Farewell
Reflecting on the end of an era, a YGX dancer took to Instagram, reminiscing about the meaningful memories created over the past four years.
Despite the closure, there was a commitment to personal growth and improvement, promising to emerge as a better dancer in the future.
