~ ABOUT Me ~
I am originally from Malaysia and spent most of my adult life in England. In 2013, I came to Auckland with a two-year travel plan, intending to return to London after that… and I’m still here.
My tango journey began in 2009, an ordinary person with a 9-to-5 job and no dance background walked into a tango class in London. Since then, the love and passion for tango have stayed with me.
After moving to Auckland, I began travelling to Buenos Aires every year to continue my tango journey, learning from some of the most respected and inspiring teachers there. I also immersed myself in the culture, engaging in conversations with the great milongueros and milonga-hopping (social dancing) most nights until the early hours of the morning — sometimes until 6am. Honestly, I have never seen the morning of Buenos Aires.
My passion is to introduce the new generation to this captivating and beautiful dance and to help grow the tango community. I began teaching tango in 2016 at Auckland University of Technology and now teach at Pasión Por Tango studio (¡Tango Otra Vez!). In addition to teaching, I organise milongas, DJ, give private lessons, guest teach at events such as Latin Fiesta NZ, and perform at various functions.
For me, tango is a sensual dance that comes from the heart and complements the music — less is more.
~ ABOUT the Classes ~
I teach authentic tango as it is danced in the milongas of Buenos Aires and around the world.
My classes are engaging, fun and informal, with a focus on technique, musicality, and developing the partnership. The classes cover the fundamentals, giving you the confidence to dance socially with anyone at the milonga.
Tango is more than just a dance form, and you will discover its depth throughout your journey with me.
“The Improvers class is perfect for students who are in-between Beginners and Intermediates, or anyone wanting to strengthen their basics for the Monday Intermediate class. If unsure which level suits you, please speak with Kelly”
www.vivadance.co.nz
Payment: Book online via Viva’s website:
https://www.vivadance.co.nz/events/
Pre-booking is essential.
Classes are run subject to minimum enrolments.
What is Milonga? The term “milonga” has three meanings: (1) A style of tango; (2) A tango music genre; (3) A social event or venue for tango dancing. Here, we are referring to (3).
