Team (in alphabetical order :-D)

Alex is a first generation Cuban-American, or as he might put it "made in America with Cuban parts." He is a native of New Jersey, where latin music and culture were an ever-present part of his childhood. However, it was during his college years that his passion for dancing was kindled, while Salsa dancing in New York. Since then Alex has learned from various world renowned instructors including Razz M' Tazz (NY), Cultural Explosion (NJ), Franklin Diaz (NY), Eddie Torres (NY), Frankie Martinez (NY) and Super Mario (UK) to name a few, and he has undergone an instructor certification course with Salsa icon, Edie "The Salsa Freak." Never complacent, he continues to learn from other instructors every chance he gets.

Alex has had the opportunity to share his passion for Salsa and Latin dance through performances and workshops in numerous cities and congresses across the United States and throughout the world, including:

North America: Canada (Montreal & Toronto), USA (New York, New Jersey, Puerto Rico, Boston, Chicago, Detroit, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, Philadelphia & Washington DC)

Europe: Italy (Rome & Torino), UK (London)

Asia: India (Bangalore, Chennai, Goa, Hyderabad & Mumbai), Singapore, Thailand (Bangkok)

Alex has a unique style of dancing that includes a blend of traditional Salsa/Mambo with Flamenco, Jazz & Modern. He is smooth and graceful, yet powerful and passionate. His connection to and interpretation of the music is uncanny, and you'll often find him singing along while dancing.

His style of teaching focuses on proper technique, body movement and musical timing. His classes are well-structured, detailed, full of energy and fun.

His main goal now is to share his passion for Latin dance and in particular Salsa with anyone who is willing to learn. He wants to spread Salsa to the far corners of India and the world.

Pradeep hails from the suburbs of a village called Udupi. Those of you who are foodies are most likely to recognize this zone. He was a pro cricket player for his district in his childhood, and is now a businessman in his late twenties, balancing himself between his real-estate venture, his men's apparel store (aptly named "Tango") and his not-so-long-ago found passion a.k.a. Salsa.

It was in 2006 that he first took his lessons on Rueda de Casino with Cyrille Ngalle from France. Ironically, he only attended these sessions to accompany a friend of his, who no longer dances. He fell in love with what he was learning and holds Cyrille, his first coach, in high regard.

While attending a Salsa social arranged by Furor Entertainment (SalsaBangalore.com), he realized that Rueda segued perfectly into Salsa and immediately signed up as a student. Thereafter, the Furor Entertainment (SalsaBangalore.com) instructors recognized Pradeep's aptitude for learning new movements and he was taken in under their wings. Having caught the Salsa "bug" in a big way, he has since taken workshops from world renowned dancers the likes of Edie "The Salsa Freak" (US), Akhila (CA), Swing Guys (IT), Junior and Emily (US), Knzo (FR), Dave Paris and Zoe Klein (US), Ara Hwang (VN).

Presently, he is training with Alex, under whose personal attention Pradeep continues to learn the nuances of the dance. Pradeep is dedicated to Furor Entertainment (SalsaBangalore.com) and its students, passing on what he has learned so far as one of Furor Entertainment's (SalsaBangalore.com) instructors. Apart from the dancing, due to his expertise in the field of Marketing, he is also heavily involved in Furor Entertainment's (SalsaBangalore.com) business affairs as one of Furor Entertainment's (SalsaBangalore.com) lead Marketing Guys. He has made his mark in Furor Entertainment (SalsaBangalore.com) in more ways than visible to any.

Pradeep's style of dancing includes a mix of Freestyle, Bollywood, Cuban, Hip-Hop, Mambo and his favorite, Desi Tapanguchchi. Although, he prefers up-tempo music while dancing, he is also very adept at showing his passionate side on the dance floor during the slower, more romantic numbers. His vision is to make Salsa accessible to all those who love dancing but have yet to experience the Latin dance forms.

"An Indian Classical dancer for many years, turned Salsera in no time" is what one can summarize about Shweta. She is an instructor and performer for Furor Entertainment Private Limited, a Bangalore based dance and entertainment company.

Having joined Furor as a student about two years ago, she immediately drew the attention of her instructors for her ability to almost instantly learn and execute whatever was being taught. She has since trained extensively with Alex Diaz. As an instructor Shweta is patient and detail oriented making her a favorite among students. Her dedication and hard work over the last two years have paid high dividends. She is now well-recognized in the Bangalore Salsa community for her talent and skill. She is among the best followers and spinners in India and this is just the beginning.