MEET THE TEAM

ABOUT US

When you learn with Dance Culture's experienced instructors you can be sure that you are learning authentic Latin dancing with the most up to date dancing techniques.  Dance Culture's payroll features some of the most talented performers and most effective Latin dance instructors in Australia.  Just as important: our staff, volunteers and students are lovely and approachable.  We get to earn a living doing what we love and we get to share with our students our favourite pastime in a safe, welcoming space in which everyone is welcome, supported and encouraged.   

JAMES QUINN-HAWTIN

SCHOOL DIRECTOR

MADALYN MILAZZO

INSTRUCTOR

KRISTI HALL

INSTRUCTOR

Kristi is a world Bachata champion having earned her world title at the 2018 World Latin Dance Cup in Miami.  She has trained, taught and performed throughout Australia, across Europe and in America.

JAI SHEFFIELD

INSTRUCTOR

Jai spends half the year touring in Europe as an artist and the other half teaching In the Australia.  His dance loves are Salsa and Cha Cha.  He specialises in leading & following techniques and musicality.

WOOSUNG YOON

INSTRUCTOR

Woo & Illary (originally from Korea and Italy) have become some of the most sought after instructors in Australia. They are instantly recognised for their unique blend of urban style with effortless elegance.

 

Woo, also a trained Physiotherapist, is exceptional at identifying the root causes dancers struggle with that hinder the development or mastery of their groove, body movement, style, musicality, and repertoire.

ILLARY SALUTE

INSTRUCTOR

Woo & Illary's envious style and talent is matched by their passion for building a new generation of social dancers, dancers with solid fundamentals, natural groove, and an innate sense of musicality. 

 

Illary’s passion for Bachata earned her a resident teaching position at London’s biggest school Bachata Spice, in addition to other successful schools Salsateca, BOS and Pineapple Studio.  We are delighted to have her come onboard as one of our newest instructors.

PAUL CAVANAGH

INSTRUCTOR

Paul started as a student at Dance Culture and, through consistent conscientious work, has developed into an impressive dancer with a dedication for helping others discover and enjoy Latin Dancing.

DIEGO FAJARDO

INSTRUCTOR

Diego comes to us from Colombia.  He is a phenomenal instructor who runs our dance fitness and flexibility classes.  He loves to greet every student and, as he says, you will burn a lot of calories!

AVANKA WICKRAMANAYAKA

ASSISTANT

Avanka has been consistently attending Dance Culture for several years and during that time has blossomed into a beautiful dancer.  She generously gives up her own time on a weekly basis to help with classes and also help behind the scenes. 

KIRSTEN MAXWELL

ASSISTANT

Kirsten is a full-time high school dance teacher specialising in Lyrical Contemporary.  An incredible dancer and choreographer in her own right, Kirsten has been attending Dance Culture for years for enjoyment and will also jump in to help when we need.

CODEE-LEE BUCHANAN

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Codee is a long-term advocate of Dance Culture and one of our latest additions to the team, working behind the scenes to help the school run smoothly.

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