irina pistolet

From as early as kindergarten, Irina was introduced to various types of developmental activities, as any other kid, in her hometown of Kiev, Ukraine. She sang, knitted, cooked and danced which all became beneficial in her life, but it was dancing that became her life-long passion.

Irina's experience ranges from folkloric to hip hop to ballet, but her latest passion is Latin: salsa, bachata, meringue, cha cha cha. Starting with a basic lesson in the Caribbean, Irina's skills have extended to both international and local venue performances. Latin dancing has now become an “addiction” that grows stronger each day.

"Dancing helps me channel my emotions, explore myself and cope with whatever is going on in my life. The dance floor is where I become the “real” me.

It has been my fortune to meet wonderful instructors along my way through learning the Latin rhythms. They encouraged me and presented me with opportunities to take my dancing to the next level (you all know who you are and I thank you from the bottom of my heart). I am blessed to be able to, in turn, share my passion and knowledge with my students, kids who are eager to learn from me and educate me at the same time. It fills me with joy to see them not only develop their talent and improve their skills, but, more importantly, learn about themselves and relate to others, build friendships, and have that special “safe haven” place in dancing.

I am glad to have become a part of Estilo dance studio and “Kids con Estilo” dance team, and I look forward to growing this passionate family."

Irina "Styling" at Estilo Student Performance