Welcome to Hip Twist

Ballroom Coach, NDCA Adjudicator, Dance Vision Examiner

 

Dean, originally from England and now proudly an American citizen, is a dance expert. He's an examiner for Dance Vision, covering all ballroom styles. Dean excelled in representing Denmark at European and World Championships before turning pro in 1984. He founded and led the renowned Dance Options Studio in England from 1993 to 2008, where top dancers trained. He's also been a vital part of the Blackpool Dance Festival and has shared his expertise on various dance organization committees. Dean's exceptional talent in ballroom dance is recognized by the American Guild of Musical Artists.

Ballroom Coach, NDCA Adjudicator

 

Hans de Wilde is a highly experienced professional dancer with a passion for ballroom, Latin, tap, and jazz styles. Starting at the age of 6, he quickly became a successful competitor, winning the Bronze Open European Dance Championship in 1979. He later opened his own studio in Birmingham, UK, and continued to teach and compete until he moved to Naples, Florida in 1999. He furthered his education and established a successful studio, coaching dancers of all levels. Throughout his career, Hans has won numerous awards and has dedicated his life to the dance industry.

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Hip Hop Artist

 

Manuela Oliveira, an Australian/Portuguese dynamo, is a celebrated Dancer & Choreographer whose talent has graced the biggest stages and screens. Her journey includes being a Performance Consultant and choreographer on NBC's The Voice for 3 seasons, collaborating with coaches like Christina Aguilera and Adam Levine. Manuela has also lent her expertise to X-Factor USA alongside Paula Abdul and served as a choreographer on So You Think You Can Dance Australia for 3 seasons. With 18 years of teaching experience across the globe, Manuela's passion for dance knows no bounds. 

Tango Maestros

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Junior Cervila, dubbed “the Gene Kelly of Latin Dance,” is from Brazil and now based in Sarasota, Florida. His career includes Broadway’s “Tango Argentino,” performances at Lincoln Center, and dancing in the Oscar-nominated film “Tango.” Junior has toured with Julio Iglesias, collaborated with the Royal Ballet, and heads “Latin Dance Company.” He is a top choreographer and judge in the tango world. Guadalupe Garcia started dancing Argentine Folklore at 5 and tango at 12. By 18, she became an Argentine Folklore teacher. She’s toured worldwide with Mora Godoy’s and Roberto Herrera’s companies and performed in major Buenos Aires tango shows. Guadalupe has been a principal dancer, international teacher, judge, and starred in “Evita.” She is a celebrated tango maestro.

GROOV3

 

Ken, a native of Arizona, brings a wealth of performing arts experience to his GROOV3 classes. With a background that spans over 13 countries and productions, both on stage and behind the scenes, he's a true global performer. His journey includes World Youth Day '93, World Expo '00, and the Tournament of Roses Parade '11. He's trained with industry luminaries like Wade Robson and Mandy Moore, mastering various dance styles. His energy and passion for teaching shine through as a dynamic DOPE (Delivery of Positive Energy) instructor at GROOV3.

Pro Competitor
 

Meet Eddie Rivera, a seasoned professional competitor dedicated to elevating your dance performance. With expertise honed through years of competition, Eddie brings passion and precision to every lesson. Available at Hip Twist for private sessions, he is committed to taking your competitive dance journey to new heights. Join Eddie and unlock the secrets to a winning performance.