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We are thrilled to offer the First and Only Queer Afro Latin Dance Competition (QALDC) in the US! This competition is not just about dance; it's about breaking down barriers, challenging norms, and providing a platform for everyone to shine.
The 3rd Annual Queer Afro Latin Dance Competition!
Breaking Boundaries
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In our quest for dance excellence and utmost integrity, we have put together this prestigious panel of judges:
About the Judges
Franklin Liranzo is a professional Latin dancer, coach, choreographer, instructor, judge, and photographer based in New York City. His dance trajectory has lead him to become an 8 times world champion, along with his partners: Lucia Jimenez and Mari Yogo. With Pro-Am competition Franklin’s students have received over 650 (combined) medals, making him one of the most successful instructors in the competition industry.
Franklin has traveled to numerous prestigious events around the world such as the World Salsa Summit (Miami), World Salsa Solo (Australia), Canada Salsa Congress, Calgary Salsa Congress, Houston Salsa Congress, Aventura Dance Cruise, Vietnam Salsa Festival and countless other festivals for the last 15 years.
Since Franklin’s competitive career started (2013) he has always placed in the top ranking positions, making him a world class dancer.
franklin liranzo
Specializing in Latin-style dancing, Alex and Desiree are professional dancers who partnered in 2015 to share their passion with the world. Whether it’s teaching at the world’s premier dance festivals or bringing exciting-energetic showcases to stages across the globe, they are currently among the most sought out artists today. While both Alex and Desiree are well rounded in many forms of dance the world has really embraced their interpretation of Bachata. They have undoubtedly become the leading couple representing Bachata Clásica also known as Traditional or Dominican Style Bachata.
Their trajectory includes winning world coveted titles and recognition for their signature choreography and their abundant contributions to the Latin dance scene. You may have also seen Alex AnD Desiree on television shows, music videos, and all over social-media platforms. Despite their popularity, however, their focus continues to be the spread of joy and passion through the growth of dance communities everywhere. Apart from coaching and training dancers from across the globe, Alex and Desiree are also part of the official judging panel at two of the world's most prestigious Dance Championships such as the World Salsa Summit and Bachata World Masters.
ALEX & DESIREE
Oscar & Tiffany are a brother and sister duo!
They have 15 years of artistic career, champions in various salsa competitions with acrobatics, such as in Colombia salsa festival 2013 and 2017, Ecuador salsa congress 2014 ESBN, 2018 salsa summit. In 2021 Tiffany won 2nd place professional drag queen and has been a champion in various competitions, and ambassadors of the drag world in many parts of the world.
They were featured in America's got talent in 2022 and in the France Got Talent in the 2022, where they made it to the finals.
Oscar & Tiffany
Karel Flores is a dancer, choreographer, competition judge, instructor, and founder of Karel Flores World, a global dance franchise consisting of salsa dance teams across the United States, South America, Europe, and Asia, aiming to empower women through dance. As a solo salsa artist, Karel has performed and taught in over 60 countries on six continents and has served as a judge for every major salsa competition globally. Karel’s unique fusion of salsa NY Style on2, contemporary dancing, Afro-Cuban, and Pachanga has led her to be one of the most sought-after instructors globally.
Born and raised in Puerto Rico, Bruno began his salsa training at the age of 9. He won his first junior world championship at the age of 11 and started training in jazz at the age of 14. In 2014, Bruno moved to Penn State University to pursue a Master’s in Forensic Chemistry, where he also choreographed and directed the Performance Team of the Penn State Ballet Club. In 2017, he moved to NYC and in 2018 Bruno won his second soloist world title at the La Negra International Championship, in Spain and started his professional partnership with Karel Flores the same year. In 2022, Bruno earned his PhD in Microbiology from the NYU School of Medicine and while traveling and teaching alongside Karel Flores at multiple international salsa events.
Karel Flores & bruno
this is your chance to shine!
Whether you're a seasoned competitor or taking your first steps into the competition scene, register for the Queer Afro Latin Dance Competition and be a trailblazer in the world of dance.