MEET THE EXPERTS

Karen from Maracaibo, Venezuela, started dancing at the age of five at The School of Classical Ballet under the direction of Sasha and Nedo Vojkic. By the age of fourteen, she became a member of the corps de ballet of The Ballet of Maracaibo and performed as a professional dancer with the company for twenty five years. Ms. Andriopoulos has graced the stage in many classical productions, including Giselle, Don Quixote, Carmen, Swan Lake, and The Nutcracker. Last year, she joined our staff and created stunning choreographies for our production The Circus. Currently, she continues to fuel her passion for dance by attending adult ballet classes and sharing her extensive knowledge with future dancers.

Christina brings over 20 years of experience as a dance instructor, specializing in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Acrobatics, Contemporary, and Modern styles. Her journey began with intensive training from a young age and continued with the competitive National Ballroom Dance Team at the University of Arizona after high school. Currently, Christina shines as a performer with the Walt Disney Company in Orlando, Florida, showcasing her talent on stage. For the past five years, Christina has been part of our Tempo family, known for her fun and dynamic classes that have inspired many of our dancers to improve their skills under her guidance. She continues to train herself to share her knowledge and talent. Her dedication and love for dance inspire all who have the privilege of learning from Miss Christina.

Kelly was born in Maracay, Venezuela. At the age of 3, she began dancing ballet, flamenco, tap, and contemporary at the Nena Kerr Dance Academy. Kelly joined Tempo as a dancer from the very beginning, progressing through various programs that prepared her to join our Tempo Flamenco Company and Tempo Staff. Kelly is passionate about the arts and loves teaching her little bailaoras. She graduated with a degree in Graphic Design from the University of Florida and has been Tempo’s graphic designer since 2022, bringing her talent, life, and color to our designs and website. Kelly is a visionary, contributing incredible ideas to our recitals and academy. Her creativity and dedication make every project shine brighter. She is highly talented and continually inspires everyone around her. 

Jessica born and raised in Florida, is an accomplished aerial performer and instructor in Central Florida. With a strong background in ballet and contemporary dance, she began her dance journey at the age of four and discovered her passion for aerial arts at sixteen. Over the past six years, Jessica has been coaching aerial silks, aerial hoop, and aerial yoga, bringing creative movement into the air. Since joining Tempo in 2020, she has choreographed remarkable performances for our recitals. Miss Jess's classes are highly popular among our students.

Luisana born and raised in Valencia, Venezuela, began her ballet journey at the age of two. She gained extensive experience in ballet competitions and international events. In 2019, she graduated from her studio and started working as a class assistant, honing her skills in performing and teaching. Luisana’s teaching philosophy fosters creativity, technique, and a love for dance, believing that early dance education not only cultivates a passion for the art but also instills important values and life skills. We welcome her to Tempo Dance Academy.

Montserrat was born in Guadalajara, Mexico, where she began her dance training at the age of two at the renowned dance school Las Cabales, under the direction of Hilda Prats. There, she developed the foundation of her technique and discovered her passion for dance. She has trained extensively in Flamenco, Classical Spanish dance, and Classical Ballet, dedicating herself to continuous growth as a dancer and instructor. She has taken part in numerous workshops with acclaimed Flamenco artists from Spain, Mexico, and Venezuela, always striving to refine her technique and deepen her artistry. Montserrat has been part of Tempo since its early beginnings and has played a key role in shaping our Flamenco program. She brings elegance, discipline, and inspiration to each of her classes, and we are proud to have her as part of the Tempo team.