“So Cool”: SA Is Impressed as Teacher Joins Learners in Viral Zep Dance Challenge

• A South African teacher caught Mzansi’s attention after joining her learners in a trending dance challenge that quickly gained traction online
• The upbeat clip highlighted the strong bond between the educator and her pupils, earning praise for its energy, creativity and teamwork
• Social media users flooded the comments with reactions, showing how such moments continue to reshape how teachers are viewed beyond the classroom

A South African teacher has left social media buzzing after proving she still "got it" in a lively dance routine with her learners.

The now-viral video, posted on TikTok on 24 January 2026 by the educator herself under the handle @miss_campodonico, shows the teacher dancing alongside two of her female pupils as they took on the latest trending challenge, the Zep dance.

The trio impressed viewers with their seamless moves, adding their own flair and style to the routine. What could have been a simple recreation of a trending challenge turned into a vibrant display of energy, coordination, and creativity, drawing praise from people across South Africa and beyond.

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In her TikTok caption, the teacher playfully acknowledged her fellow educators, writing:

"Back like we never left. Are my fellow educators surviving? 😂"

Her humorous approach and evident talent struck a chord with online audiences, making the clip both entertaining and relatable.

The response on TikTok has been overwhelming. Within just two days of being published, the video garnered over 1.5 million views, along with thousands of comments and shares. Many users were quick to praise the social media user @miss_campodonico's energy and skill, noting how inspiring it was to see a teacher confidently participating in trends alongside her learners. Others highlighted the fun dynamic between the educator and pupils, appreciating the positive connection it showcased.

This viral moment is a reminder of the growing trend of teachers engaging with social media challenges, demonstrating not just their expertise in the classroom but also their ability to connect with students in creative and modern ways.

The clip continued to circulate widely, with viewers eagerly following the teacher for more fun content and dance routines, proving that sometimes the best lessons extend far beyond the classroom.

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Mzansi loves the pupils and the teacher’s dancing moment

South Africans flooded the comments section, expressing their thoughts on the educator and learners’ dancing moment that took social media by storm, saying:

uTatakho said:

"The teacher is so cool. How come we never had these kinds of teachers? Our teachers were always angry, and they used to beat us. 😢."

Animals added:

"The two girls are flexible, wow, keep it respect ✌️😍."

Thelittlegeneral7 cracked a joke, saying:

"All three ended up in the principal's office🤣."

Customer Support commented:

"The type of teacher the student goes to visit to show off the success 😂."

Watch the video below:

Other South African dancers making waves

• Briefly News recently reported on a Soweto gogo who danced to an R. Kelly song with fancy moves that had viewers wondering about the secret to how she moved.
• A group of Eastern Cape seniors took on the Magumba dance challenge, and what they managed to pull off together left South Africans declaring them the ultimate winners.
• A truck driver stopped to dance beside his vehicle to an amapiano tune, and his joyful performance reminded viewers of something important about the South African spirit.

Source: Briefly News