Bari has been dancing since 2000 with experience in ballroom styles, capoeira, breakdancing, gymnastics and latin styles such as Cuban Salsa and Bachata. Bari has taken a focus on Kizomba.

After many years teaching some complex movements in break dancing, capoeira and gymnastic, Bari has a real talent in explaining the body movements in a variety or ways.  

Even if you think you have two left feet you'll come out loving Kizomba.

Bari has done multiple trips to Portugal under going full time  training with many of the pioneers of kizomba and has also competed Afro Latin Connection Kizomba Teachers Training and Mestre Petchu’s Semba/Kizomba Teachers Training.

2024 Bari has been studying the Art form from Angolan trained teacher mastering the art further.

In Kizomba, Bari is devoted to an unwavering commitment to continuous learning and acquiring knowledge to contribute back to the community. Bari dedicated valuable time in Portugal, where the focus was on learning from some of the most esteemed Kizomba experts.

Bari completed Kizomba Teachers Training in both Porto and Lisbon, Portugal, refining teaching techniques, mastering Kizomba methodology, and strengthening foundational skills. Notable instructors who played a crucial role in Bari's learning journey include:

• Mestre Petchu & Vanessa in Lisbon, Portugal

• Paula & Ricardo of Afro Latin Connection in Porto, Portugal

• Bruno & Catalina of Afro Latin Connection in Porto, Portugal

• Miguel & Susana in Lisbon, Portugal

• Eddy Vents, hailing from Guinea-Bissau and based in Oregon, USA

• Isabelle & Felicien from France

• Paulo and Lana from Angola

• Fabricio & Josy from Angola, currently residing in France

• Lucia Nogueira, with roots in Portugal and the USA

• Bonifacio Portugal

Additional influences encompass Albir Rojas, Kristofer Mencak, Anais Millon, Enah & Carolina, Curtis & Carola, and Nelson Campos, among others. Bari's commitment to learning from such diverse and accomplished instructors showcases a dedication to mastery and a passion for contributing to the Kizomba community.

As the founder of Dança in Wellington, Bari has been instrumental in transforming numerous individuals who were new to Kizomba into recognized dancers. 

Since 2013, Bari has been dedicated to dancing and collaborating with others, providing classes that impart a deep understanding of genuine partnership in Kizomba. 

Attendees can expect to leave Bari's class with a comprehensive grasp of the intricacies of true partnership within the realm of Kizomba.

Alex is a passionate dance instructor for Danca Wellington in New Zealand. They are the winners of the South Island Latin Dance Championships 2020 Kizomba division.

Together, their enthusiasm and energy for everything Kizomba is contagious! They have a knack for making concepts easy and clear to understand and infusing this with interesting knowledge of the culture and music.

Beverly and Alex will be teaching fundamental techniques of Kizomba. The class will be open-level and is suitable to those just starting Kizomba. More advanced dancers will find this class useful for performing advanced movements with better technicality.