Our TEAM

SAMANTHA

Samantha took her first dancing steps when she was 11, studying ballet, contemporary dance, ballroom, and flamenco.
In 2001, in Italy, Samantha discovered the Caribbean rhythms, and it was pure love. Ever since she hasn’t been able to stop dancing Salsa!!

She started teaching in Galway, Ireland in 2012, with “Dance Project.” In 2015, she invaded the Cork scene, opening Salsa Cubana Cork, later Salsa Cubana Dance Academy and Now The Tribe, which quickly became the leading Cuban Salsa school in Cork City and Ireland.

She continues to expand her knowledge and teaching techniques by attending numerous Salsa festivals, traveling to Cuba regularly, and training with teachers such as Yeni Molinet, Alberto Valdes, Roly Maden, Federico M. Nunez, and Valerio Perla just to name a few.
In 2018 Sam joined and completed the World Mastery Cuban Rumba Program for Teachers, taught by Alberto Valdes.
in 2019 Sam joined the Roly Maden professional certification for teachers, and in 2020, she becomes the first certified professional teacher of Caribbean dances in Ireland.

The passion she shares for this beautiful culture is addictive, and together with her strong personality, volcanic energy, and teaching skills makes her the most beloved and respected Salsa teacher in Ireland.

Luca

Luca is well-known in the Salsa, Bachata and Kizomba communities in Ireland. He took his first steps in the world of dancing in Italy and fully submerged in Latin dances after he moved to Cork.

His primary expertise in teaching is with sensual Bachata, and he trained in Luis and Andrea’s sensual bachata school. In addition, he continuously improves and broadens his knowledge by attending international congresses and events.

With his detail-oriented approach, he strives to get the best out of his students while creating a fun and relaxed atmosphere in his classes.

Eszter

Eszter started Latin dancing in Dublin in 2016 and hasn’t stopped since! She dances Salsa, Kizomba but her favourite dance is Bachata – all of its styles included. She performed in the Dublin Touch Ladies Styling team for three seasons, choreographed by La Alemana and directed by Saray Jimenez.

After moving to Cork, she joined the Salsa Cubana team, now The Tribe, as administrator and organizer.

FABRIZIO

Fabrizio Corpora was born in Palermo and has always had a passion for dance. He started dancing when he was about 8 years old, beginning with group dances. Later, he took up the study of Latin American dance, mastering the five main dances.

At the age of 19, Fabrizio studied at the College of Arts and Crafts of Entertainment in Catania, where he had the opportunity to learn from renowned figures such as Raimondo Todaro, Garrison Rochelle, Alessandra Celentano, Fioretta Mari, Peppe Vessicchio, Grazia Di Michele, Valentina Spampinato, and Marcello Bulgaretta.

His training included musical theatre, opera and modern singing, music, and piano.

Fabrizio has accumulated extensive experience in preparing services for shows and events, for auditions for Actitaly, and auditions for Italy’s Got Talent, among others.

His expertise in dance is mainly focused on Caribbean and Latin American dances. He has had several teachers in Caribbean dance, including Valentina Spampinato, Marcello Bulgaretta, Giuseppe and Fina Aruta, Peppe Paglino and Gioacchino Di Carlo, Lady Laura.

He has taught Caribbean dance in Catania, Genoa, and Palermo for some time. He has participated in various workshops and private lessons throughout Italy, meeting numerous famous personalities such as: Terry SalsAlianza, Roly Maden, Massimo Lupo, Mimmo Renna, Mauro Tomatis, Riccardo y Silvia, Daniel y Desirée, Kike y Nahir, Aly-z.

LUDOVIC

Ludovic stumbled into the world of dance back in 2012, when he tried and loved traditional Breton dances, back in France. The itch for moving in rhythm never left him since!

Arriving in Ireland in 2015, the first order of business was to find more dances to learn and before long, he was conquered by the sensual grooves of bachata.

Today, he embodies the full path that the Tribe offers, going from being a complete beginner to sharing his experience and teaching to a new generation of dancers. With is scientific mind and methodical approach, he is now striving to empower students both in the mastery of moves, and in the mastery of groove!

MO

Mo was first introduced to LA-style salsa several years ago while living in California. However she quickly discovered a love for both Cuban salsa and bachata—and kizomba!—after moving to Ireland and joining The Tribe Dance Academy in Cork.

She immediately found her tribe there :-), taking several classes each week and regularly attending Latin dance congresses throughout Ireland and abroad with friends she met through dance. Very soon she began assisting the beginner salsa classes and helping with communications and events.

Mo loves to deepen her knowledge and skills by taking workshops in various styles that focus on technique and musicality. She can’t wait to see you at the next class or congress!

ROVIGO

Originally from Venezuela, Rovigo has been a dance enthusiast throughout his entire life. Since arriving at the Salsa Cubana Cork Academy, he has been focused on styling and technique.

He brings his dancing passion to the core of the Tribe as a collaborator not only helping the team with ad-hoc classes (especially salsa) but also helping to define the vision of The Tribe through User Experience….and eats all chocolates!!!! Be careful!

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REBEKAH

Originally from Cork, but living in the UK until very recently, Rebekah has now returned to her home city! She is a Kizomba teacher and dancer from Kent. She didn’t know she was a dancer until her mid 20’s when she wandered into a Salsa class one evening and the rest is sort of history. While learning to dance and teach Salsa she also came across Bachata, but when she discovered Kizomba it changed her whole world! She took to leading like a duck to water and travelled far and wide to take classes with kizomba masters. And she is always looking to learn and develop more!

She is incredibly passionate about teaching and sharing her love of Kizomba with others. She focuses her lessons on great technique, musicality and flow, and most importantly – Connection! “Connection is Key!” is her absolute favourite phrase. She has a really special way of inviting you into the heart of the dance and opening your eyes to the layers of magic that exist within it with her rather unique and unusual teaching style. She’s always delighted to be asked to dance, as a lead or a follow, and she especially loves dancing with beginners!! So don’t be shy!

Email

thetribedanceacademy@gmail.com

Phone

+353 89 486 8387

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