Besides helping with behind-the-scenes tasks at Underdog Dance Corp. as a Studio Manager, Raquel is a salsa-loving powerhouse. Growing up dancing with her family in Colombia, she later began taking classes at the studio to continue developing her technique and understanding of salsa and bachata—and hasn’t stopped since. Her favourite part about dancing? How it […]
River
River’s dance journey began at the age of 5, where she developed a strong foundation in movement across multiple styles, from ballet to hip-hop. At the age of 12, her focus turned towards figure skating and cheerleading, but her passion for dance always remained. It wasn’t until 2020 that River started using her free time […]
Phil
Phil Roy discovered his passion for dance at the age of 19, when he began training at San Tropez Dance School in Montreal. What started as a casual interest quickly turned into a lifelong pursuit of rhythm, movement, and connection. After moving to Halifax, Phil joined the Halifax Salseros, where he immersed himself in the […]
Eva
Eva is a choreographer and dancer with a Diploma in Dance Performance from Centennial College, where she also choreographed and performed as a member of the college’s dance team. With over five years of teaching and choreography experience specializing in Ballet, Jazz, Acrobatics, and Contemporary, she is passionate about helping dancers discover their love for […]
Jorge
Jorge is a passionate salsa and bachata instructor with over 7 years of experience teaching and choreographing dynamic routines for couples, solo dancers, and weddings. Known for his high-energy classes and vibrant teaching style, Jorge creates an atmosphere where students feel confident, inspired, and ready to move. His approach blends strong technique with fun, ensuring […]
Lilly Compeau
Lilly began dance at ADA Dance Co. in Orangeville when she was 4. She began dancing competitively when she was 9, starting with tap, then jazz, ballet, lyrical, and hiphop. In university she danced and choreographed with Only Human Dance Collective, where she was able to expand into contemporary. After a break from dance, she […]
Haron Yusuf
My name is Haron and my journey into the world of Latin dance began one summer day in uptown Waterloo. Watching people move to the captivating beats of Latin music at an Underdog event, I decided to join a free lesson and I’ve been hooked ever since. I’ve poured countless hours into perfecting my skills, […]
Emily Peat
Emily Peat is the director of Underdog Dance Corp., Waterloo’s highest-rated dance studio for beginner adult dancers. Specializing in bachata, Emily is known for her control and creativity in isolations and body movement. Her teaching style emphasizes technique and systematic breakdowns, helping students build confidence and precision on the dance floor.
