 Karen Moniz Creative Director | Karen has spent most of her life in the service and entertainment field. Possessing her Bachelors Degree in Dramatic Arts from McMaster University in Hamilton, she is truly a song and dance gal. She started her creative career spending much of her time in musical productions, whether on stage or behind the scenes.
Then the dance floor called to her and so continued her love affair with the arts. Karen began teaching at The Fred Astaire Dance Studio chain in the summer of 1996 and after two years quickly made her way to the big city of Toronto and The Arthur Murray organization. For the next three years, she enjoyed a full load of teaching the world to dance as well as fulfilling her own passion to compete and perform.
Being on the dance floor was like magic...
She traveled North America competing and studying her craft and soon decided it was time to go it on her own. Karen is now involved with many associations and high schools with her own company called Come Dancing!! sharing her love of dance with others. While competing she took on a position in the hospitality industry working in a local hotel. Here is where she strengthened her organizational talents, filling the role as sales associate and event coordinator. It is here that she came up with yet another creative aspect to her business. That was to make it an all round treasure chest of entertainment; including dance instruction for weddings, DJ services for special events and finally, live musical entertainment as she is also one of the lead vocalists in a Top 40 cover band called The Drew Rock Show.
Karen's vision continues to grow and she strives to provide the best services possible!
 Sarah Moniz Administrator |
Sarah is the binding of the Come Dancing!! team.
Many a time you will receive updates and information for this lovely lady. She is a great asset to our gang and it is because of her assistance that we are able to keep things organized and on track. And not only does she keep us in line but she can dance a mean Salsa herself.
So don't be shy, guys! Take her out for a spin!
 Tasos Nikopoulos Instructor |
Tasos is a passionate entertainer as well as a great dance instructor. An extensive background of both the American and International Style of Ballroom Dance lead the list in his group of skills and talents.
As well as dance photographer and trained singer, Tasos has had extensive training with an exclusive circus school where he continually works on perfecting his craft of movement. A great combination for a dancer! And if you happen to be out at a competition, you just might see him on the floor!
For those looking for a fun instructor and a great work out while learning how to dance with your partner, he is your man!
 Alex Rivas Instructor |
Alex is not only our Latin Specialist but our resident "Party Boy". It's never a dull moment when he is teaching.
If you're feeling a bit sluggish, just jump right in and he'll make you feel like you're dancing in the Dominican in no time!
Also, a veteran of the American & International Style of Ballroom and Latin Dance, his knowledge and skill are not so easily surpassed. A former competitor himself, Alex is well versed in the Ballroom finesses and techniques needed to polish you up for competition or for that family wedding.
Either way, he'll leave you breathless and astonished at how much fun you had within one hour!
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