Viral TikTok challenges putting aspiring dancers ‘at risk of injury’

Dance groups urge amateur dancers to seek formal training before attempting advanced TikTok moves

Aspiring dancers are risking injury by copying advanced moves and taking part in viral challenges on TikTok, leading dance organisations have warned.

The Royal Academy of Dance says young people should be careful when attempting to recreate moves by professional dancers, or taking part in challenges on social media.