Kristina is most known to the public for her 8 years of appearance as a professional dancer and choreographer on the BBC1 TV show Strictly Come Dancing. Growing up in Soviet Russia, she started dance and drama lessons at the age of 7 and has an impressive dance background, having studied Ballet, Salsa, Mambo, American Rhythm, American Smooth, Ballroom, and Latin. This extensive knowledge, alongside her natural talent and flair for dance, saw her become one of the world's most accomplished performers at the peak of her competitive career, ranking in the top 12 in the world in the Professional Latin division. Since retiring from competition, Kristina has carved a name for herself after appearances on the Dancing With The Stars USA Tour in 2007, and it wasn't long until she was lured to the UK to join the TV phenomenon of Strictly Come Dancing. The UK has grown to love her choreography and well composed routines for both her fellow Professionals and learning Celebrities. With a diverse range of previous partners on the show, she has managed to transform these contestants into polished performers in the ballroom, thanks to her exceptional teaching abilities and choreography masterpieces. Kristina's wealth of experience provides her with the perfect platform to utilise her knowledge and create the Bespoke Ballroom dance and drama academy in her hometown, Northampton. Kristina has over 25 years of teaching experience and is well known for her hard work, dedication, skillful choreography, and, most importantly, her patience. Kristina loves working with children and young adults and believes that learning dance and drama improves youngsters' social skills, boosts confidence, and promotes self-expression. Kristina is very excited to partner up with highly skilled and experienced teachers and create her performing arts academy, Bespoke Ballroom, and offer dancing and drama lessons to all ages, from babies to young adults. In her age-appropriate courses, Kristina will bring her extensive knowledge of ballroom techniques and stage presence. Kristina is fully certified and a proud member of the National Association of Teachers of Dance, the International Dance Association, and Dance Vision. Our academy offers drama and dance classes for kids and adults of all ages and abilities. Our academy operates on the premises of the award-winning Soo Yoga Wellbeing Center, located next to Northampton train station (Google Maps). For the current schedule, membership prices, events, and bookings, please follow the Soo Yoga Academy page. Kristina is available for private and group lessons, seminars, workshops, adjudicating, and events. For all queries and bookings, please email bespokeballroom@gmail.com or call 01604 621004