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Carlos Veron & Elysia Baker
Carlos Veron & Elysia Baker
Australian Professional Salsa Champions | International Artists & Educators
Carlos Veron and Elysia Baker are internationally recognised Latin dance champions, performers, choreographers and educators. Together, they are Australian Professional Salsa Champions and directors of Melbourne's La Encantada Collective.
With extensive international experience and diverse dance backgrounds, they bring exceptional technical expertise, musicality and passion to their performances and teaching.
Achievements
Carlos Veron
- •World Salsa Summit Vice-World Champion
- •Argentinian National Champion
- •Puerto Rico Salsa Open Finalist
- •Extensive training in Salsa, Bachata, Jazz, Ballet, Tango and Argentine Folklore
- •Renowned for explosive footwork, powerful movement and dynamic choreography
Elysia Baker
- •World Salsa Summit Professional Cha Cha Vice-World Champion
- •Over 15 years of international dance experience
- •Background in classical ballet
- •Respected international coach and adjudicator
- •Director of La Encantada Collective and Rumbia Festival of Latin Dance
Together
- •Australian Professional Salsa Champions
- •International performers, choreographers and educators
- •Directors of Melbourne's La Encantada Collective
Teaching Philosophy
Carlos and Elysia believe great dancing begins with strong foundations, quality movement and genuine connection between partners.
Their teaching combines technical precision with musicality, creativity and an understanding of how dancers learn and develop.
Drawing on their diverse backgrounds, they focus on building confidence, improving partner connection and helping students develop natural, expressive movement.
Their approach encourages dancers to enjoy the learning process while developing the skills to dance with confidence, connection and joy.
Tiago Mendes & Kristi Hall
Tiago Mendes & Kristi Hall
International Bachata Champions & Educators
Tiago Mendes and Kristi Hall are internationally recognised Bachata artists, champions, choreographers and educators. Together, they co-founded Elite Latin Dance Co. and bring decades of combined international experience to their teaching.
With extensive experience across Brazil, Russia, Australia, Europe and the Americas, they combine exceptional technical expertise, musicality and a genuine passion for helping dancers develop confidence, connection and their own expressive movement.
Achievements
Tiago Mendes
- •International dance artist with experience across Brazil, Russia and Australia
- •18 years developing and teaching dance in Moscow's Euro-Asian Latin dance scene
- •International Artist in Residence at Elite Latin Dance Co.
- •Specialist in Bachata Sensual, Reggaeton and Urban Kiz
Kristi Hall
- •World Bachata Solo Champion - World Latin Dance Cup
- •Winner of more than 12 Australian Championship titles
- •Ranked among the world's Top 10 Salsa Soloists in Puerto Rico
- •International performer and instructor across Europe, America and Asia
- •Co-founder of Elite Latin Dance Co.
Teaching Philosophy
Great dancing is about more than steps. Through musicality, natural movement and connection, Tiago helps dancers build confidence and discover the joy of moving together.
Kristi believes great dancing begins with strong foundations, confidence and self-expression. Her approach makes learning approachable and enjoyable, helping every dancer feel comfortable, capable and connected.
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