Ep 7. Crush Test Dummies

In Dance Academy season 1 episode 7 "Crush Test Dummies," the students of the National Academy of Dance are gearing up for their mid-year exams. As they prepare for the tough testing ahead, they also have to navigate their personal relationships, including crushes and budding romances.

Tara is struggling to focus on her studies because she can't stop thinking about Ethan. She's convinced that he's the perfect guy for her, but he's also distracted by his own ambitions. Meanwhile, Kat is dealing with her own romantic woes as she tries to distance herself from Christian, who has become increasingly possessive and jealous.

Sammy, on the other hand, is determined to ace his exams so he can impress Abigail, the star dancer of the academy. He's been crushing on her for ages, but he knows he needs to prove himself before he can even hope to win her over. With the help of his friends, Sammy works tirelessly to perfect his techniques and routines.

As the day of the mid-year exams arrives, tensions are high. The students are nervous and anxious, but they know that this is their chance to prove themselves to the teachers and to each other. The atmosphere in the dance studio is electric as everyone presents their best work.

But as the exams progress, it becomes clear that some of the students are struggling. Tara can't seem to remember her steps, while Kat is so distracted by Christian's jealousy that she keeps making mistakes. Sammy, too, is beginning to falter under the pressure as he realizes that he may not be able to achieve his dreams.

Despite the setbacks, the students persevere. They keep on dancing, knowing that this is their passion and that they can't give up even when things get tough. With encouragement from each other and their instructors, they push through the exams and come out the other side, proud of what they've accomplished.

In the end, the mid-year exams are a success. The students have proven their skills and shown that they have what it takes to be professional dancers. They've also learned valuable lessons about love and relationships, and they're beginning to realize that sometimes the hardest tests aren't the ones that happen in the dance studio.