Barbara Bondariuk

Barbara Bondariuk is an international Latin Dance teacher and champion in the styles of salsa, bachata and reggaeton.

Her dance education began at age six in Ukraine at a classical and folk ensemble, graduating with honors. By eleven, she explored modern styles including contemporary, hip-hop, and break dance for seven years.

She became a professional dancer in 2006, performing with an ensemble in Turkey. Social dancing became a focus for her starting in 2011.

Since 2012, she has attended international festivals throughout Europe, studying with renowned instructors and performing. In 2019, she trained at Farray's Dance Center in Barcelona.

For five years, she taught at CasaDeRitmo Academy, a leading Latin dance school in Ukraine established in 1997.

Her competition achievements include: first place Bachata Masters of Ukraine 2019, second place Salsa Masters of Ukraine 2018 and 2019, third place Salsa Lady Style Masters of Ukraine 2018, and second place Reggaeton Masters of Ukraine 2017.

With 10+ years teaching experience in Cuban styles, Bachata variants, and Rueda de Casino, she has also worked as choreographer, judge, and created specialized projects in body movement and dance history.

Recently relocating to Ottawa, she co-founded Casa Dance Project with Yanina Rusenchyk.