Instructor, Performer, Entertainer Cuban Culture & Dance Educator 

 

Yordan Gutierrez Masa grew in the rich dance culture and community in Havana, Cuba. Following his passion and desire to learn more about Cuban dance, as a teen, he started his first steps in formal instruction at Casa de Cultura in Plaza de la Revolucion.

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In later years, he continued his development through courses and workshops at Teatro Nacional de Cuba and Ballet Folklorico Nacional focusing on popular and folkloric dances.

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Professionally, Yordan taught dance in Havana at international schools of dance, Via Danza and Salsamiga. Always developing his skills. Yordan is a well-known dancer on the salsa scene in Havana often being invited to share on the stage with top bands.

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Here in Toronto, Yordan was excited to get started right away, immersing himself in the dance community and the many opportunities to share his knowledge and passion for Cuban dance.

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When he first arrived in Canada he joined and still support the TCRP (Toronto Casino and Rueda Practice) group to help expand the Cuban style and presence in Toronto.

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Yordan is actively creating and performing at various events. Partnering with Melissa Noventa he has launched the Sabor y Manana workshops with great success. He participated in the first Salsanama competition in Canada in 2019 at the Toronto Salsa and Bachata Festival - With 1st place in Toronto and 2nd in the Finals. 

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Yordan has a strong ability to move with ease and fluidity. He alternates and combines complex turn patterns, Cuban, Salsa (Casino), Rumba, Son, Afro-Cuban, and Reggaeton creating exciting styling and high energy performance