Saturday Workshop with International Guest Teacher :- MIJAEL BUENO

Mijael was born in Mexico and discovered Cuban and Latin dance during his bachelor’s studies. He later began a PhD in Computer Science in the Netherlands, but after several years in academia decided to focus on freelance research and devote himself fully to dance. His background as a Taekwondo black belt, certified Pilates instructor, and long-time yoga practitioner has given him a strong sense of body awareness, discipline, and conditioning, which he brings into every class. Mijael has trained on several occasions with leading Cuban companies such as Conjunto Folklórico Nacional de Cuba and Banrrarrá, participated, taught and performed at festivals around the world, and in 2024 became the first non-Cuban to win Rumba Columbia competition at Havana’s Fiesta del Tambor 21st edition. He is currently based in Europe, where he teaches, performs, and works as part of the International Company of Cuban Dances, preparing shows with fellow dancers across the continent. Through Alaroye, he aims to inspire a love for dance while helping to preserve the richness of Cuban and Latin traditions.