Karel is a Cuban dancer, instructor, choreographer, and founder of Bailando Cubano Academy in Rome, with decades of experience in Cuban dance, teaching, and performance.
He began dancing in Cuba at the age of nine, participating in school performances and competitions throughout his childhood and teenage years. He later continued his training with leading instructors from the Conjunto Folklórico Nacional de Cuba, developing a strong foundation in Cuban dance and folkloric traditions.
In 1997, Karel founded Bailando Cubano Academy in Rome, with its main location at Balletto di Roma. The academy has since expanded to six locations throughout the city, where Karel and his team teach Cuban dance and share the culture and traditions behind the music and movement.
Throughout his career, Karel has built extensive experience as both a performer and instructor. He has organized shows at major venues in Rome and throughout Italy and has appeared in productions and programs connected with RAI, MTV, and EMI Records. He has also performed and worked as a choreographer for the television channel Telesalute.
Karel participated in the Global Educational Festival in Sanremo, performing at the Teatro Ariston and receiving an award at the festival. He has also served as artistic director for venues in Rome and regularly participates in major salsa events and workshops throughout Italy.
Through Bailando Cubano Academy, Karel continues to promote Cuban dance in Rome, combining his roots and professional experience with a long-standing commitment to teaching and performance.
