Carlos Escalante is a passionate dancer with over 25 years of experience in the world of Latin dance. Growing up in the Latin American community, his earliest memories of events and holidays included full dance floors featuring Salsa, Merengue, Bachata and Cumbia dancing. Primarily self-taught in Latin social/club style dancing, Carlos went on to teach […]
Mary Mae Romero
Mary Mae Romero began her dancing journey at the age of 11, training in the Philippines with the prestigious Dancesport Team. Through her teens, she successfully competed in several World Dance Sport Federation events, winning numerous titles in both the Latin and Standard Ballroom styles. Upon completing her university studies at the Cebu Institute of […]
Marissa Lauren
Born and raised in Hamilton, Ontario, Marissa Lauren is a Canadian dancer, choreographer, and confidence cultivator with a passion for movement that goes far beyond the stage. With years of training and experience, she has performed, taught, and choreographed across Ontario, from Hamilton and Niagara to Mississauga and Toronto. At just 23, Marissa took a […]
Heather Parker
After completing an Honours degree in Sociology from the University of Western Ontario, Heather began her career as a professional dance instructor with the London Fred Astaire Dance Studio. Heather has spent the past 20 years of her professional career with the franchise and is now a specialist at Fred Astaire Oakville. Her passion and […]
Joe Dukes
For over 20 years Joe has shared his passion for dance through teaching, performing, and competing. Today he is both the Owner and Dance Director of Fred Astaire Dance Studios, Oakville. On the competitive dance floor Joe has achieved the distinction of three times Undefeated Professional Rhythm Champion in both the Closed and Open divisions […]
Cornell Manning
Since 2000, Cornell Manning has devoted himself to educating students of all ages in the art of Latin dance. With over 10,000 hours of instructional experience, he has been a prominent figure in representing Canada at the Miami and Puerto Rico Salsa Congresses, as well as the Montreal Salsa Convention. His exceptional teaching has contributed to his […]
Roberto Quaresma
Roberto Quaresma is a dynamic dancer with over 25 years of experience in the world of Latin dance. At an early age, he diligently pursued his talent and quickly developed it to a professional level. His experience entails distinctive milestones such as winning the World Latin Dance Cup Amateur Salsa division in 2014 and 2015 […]
Lila Ghadban
Lila has always been in love with the arts. Lila was introduced to the world of dance at the age of four, growing up alongside three older sisters and her mother who shared a passion for it. Their love for dance impacted and shaped Lila’s journey, fostering a deep connection to the art from an […]
