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"Life is better
when you dance"
About Movimiento Dance Studio
We believe that life is better when you dance.... therefore our goal is to make people happy through the art of dance!
Our mission at Movimiento Dance Studio is to provide students of all levels with precise technique & have fun at the same time. We offer classes from age of 4 to 104. Our instructors have a wealth of experience in teaching and performing various styles and disciplines. Together with our students - we are a dance family.
Movimiento was founded in 2015 by Jana K. Cerna. Since then we continue our journey toward progress and perfection. We keep on evolving, adding new dance styles & creating new projects.
Movimiento Dance Company
Semi-pro Performing Team
Our team is representing the studio on international & local events - as salsa festivals and competitions. The team is well known for the uniqueness of the choreographies and interpretation.
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Meet the Team
Our international teachers team consists of highly trained and certified instructors who have a wealth of experience in teaching and performing various styles and disciplines.
Jana K. Cerna
Czech Republic
Owner, Teacher & Artistic Director
Jana, born in the Czech Republic, began dancing at the age of 5, training in ballet, contemporary, and jazz dance. By the age of 15, she was performing with “Studio Dum” under the direction of Eva Talska, participating in international youth theatre festivals and working on professional theatre productions with “Divadlo Husa na Provazku” in her hometown of Brno. She holds a master’s degree in Alternative Theatre from Prague’s Theatre Academy (DAMU). Jana discovered salsa dancing in 2004 and started teaching it in Prague by 2006, later joining the Bohemian Salsa School in 2008. In 2012, she earned a Diploma in Dance Instruction from ISTD. In 2010, Jana moved to Cyprus and began teaching full-time at Swing Latino Dance School in Limassol.
Throughout her career, she has taught and performed at national and international dance festivals in Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Germany, Greece, Austria, and Lebanon. Her involvement in dance and alternative theatre projects also took her to France, Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Poland, and Mexico.
In 2015, Jana established Movimiento Dance Studio, where she offers classes for both children and adults. She also choreographs and coaches her semi-professional ladies’ team and student performance teams, who have showcased their talent at international festivals in Cyprus, Greece, and Lebanon. Her vision was to create a welcoming and inspiring space where people of all levels could receive quality dance education, grow creatively, and enjoy the experience of dance.
As a choreographer, Jana is known for her distinctive style, and as a teacher, she brings extensive experience and a well-structured methodology to her classes. Her teaching blends her rich background in ballet, jazz, and contemporary dance techniques, providing effective, tailored learning experiences for different groups, levels, and individual students. Her classes are carefully structured with a focus on technique while maintaining a fun and engaging atmosphere.
CLASSES:
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Salsa On1 / On2 (adults)
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Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba Ladies Styling (adults)
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Bachata (adults)
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Pre-school Dance (4-5 yr)
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Junior Latin & Hip Hop (6-9 yr)
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Junior Latin (10-14 yr)
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Latin Teen team (15-18 yr)
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Latin Competition Team
George Tzirtzipis
Cyprus
Salsa and Bachata Instructor
George, who was born in New York, is a dancer, choreographer, and dance educator who is now based in Cyprus. With a professional background in ballet, contemporary, and Latin dances, he has built an extensive career in the dance industry. George has performed and taught on stages worldwide, including in Los Angeles, London, Berlin, Monte Carlo, Moscow, Bulgaria, Greece, Istanbul, Lebanon, Cyprus, Oman, India, and beyond. Notably, he has performed with the legendary Buena Vista Social Club and participated in the opening shows of the Fania All-Stars concert in Los Angeles.
He was also a key member of the Salsa Sinners Dance Company, Greece's first professional salsa group, which was a pioneering force in the field for over a decade. With nearly 15 years of teaching experience, George has trained students, performers, teams, and professional dancers, many of whom have gone on to become teachers themselves in Greece, Cyprus, and the UK. Currently, he leads his own professional dance team in Cyprus and teaches at some of the island's most prestigious dance schools.
George has developed his own distinctive style, “Afro-temporary Flow,” which blends elements of Afro, salsa, and contemporary dance while emphasizing fundamental dance principles and musicality. This approach has allowed him to deepen his understanding of dance and movement creation, resulting in a unique and analytical teaching methodology.
As a choreographer, his works have been showcased at festivals around the globe and in theaters in Athens. His ultimate goal is to bring his choreography to theaters in Cyprus, continuing to share his passion and creativity with broader audiences.
CLASSES:
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Salsa On1/ On2 (advanced level)
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Bachata
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Salsa Men's Styling
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Musicality
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Afro-Temporary Flow
Eleni Mantzialou
Cyprus
Professional Dancer - Commercial and High Heels Instructor
Eleni is a passionate professional dancer with 3.5 years of experience in the dance industry, specializing in Commercial and High Heels. Known for her dynamic presence, confidence, and expressive movement, she brings energy and individuality to every performance and class.
Throughout her career, Eleni has continuously developed her skills through numerous dance workshops, seminars, and intensive training programs across Greece and Cyprus. Her dedication to learning and evolving as an artist has allowed her to explore a wide range of styles, techniques, and performance approaches.
Eleni has also had the opportunity to collaborate and work alongside established Greek artists and choreographers, including Eva Somarakaki, Anna Aloupi, Angeliki Kotsiali, and many others. These experiences have enriched her artistic perspective and strengthened her versatility as a performer.
In addition to her professional training and collaborations, Eleni has participated in dance competitions in both Heels and K-Pop Dance, challenging herself in competitive environments and further developing her performance skills, stage presence, and confidence.
With a strong passion for movement and performance, Eleni aims to inspire her students to express themselves, build confidence, and enjoy the power of dance while developing their own unique style.
CLASSES:
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Commercial
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Teen commercial
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High heels
Nathan Stockwell-Velazquez
Puerto Rico
Dance Instructor
Nathan is a dance educator, choreographer, and professional DJ who has been fully immersed in the world of movement since the age of four. He began his formal training at 14 as a dance major at the Boston Arts Academy, building a rigorous foundation in modern, ballet, African, jazz, and tap while simultaneously touring North and Central America with a premier salsa performance team. Driven by a deep love for his Puerto Rican heritage, he launched his teaching career at age 18 to share the authentic culture of Latin dance. He later advanced his training at Hamilton College, earning a degree in Dance and Movement Studies and graduating with Dance Honors.
In 2016, Nathan’s pursuit of cultural authenticity took him to Cuba, where he studied directly under the legendary Fundadores de Casino and trained at national dance schools specializing in Casino and Rueda de Casino. His international stage presence includes performing alongside a Cuban National Dance Company at the 2016 International Dance Festival, alongside choreographing for numerous Latin dance congresses and festivals across the United States.
With over a decade of experience as a specialized Latin music DJ and sound engineer, Nathan bridges the gap between sound and movement. His distinctive teaching methodology focuses deeply on musicality, training students to decode complex Afro-Caribbean polyrhythms and truly embody the instrumentation. Today, he teaches youth and adults in salsa, bachata, and other Latin styles, while also managing event production and large-scale outdoor salsa events to cultivate inclusive, high-energy dance communities.