Co-host
Marcus Mantilla-Valentin
Marcus Mantilla-Valentin began dancing in Texas with Mambo Dallas Dance Company in 2012 under the direction of Katie Mambo. Inspired to continue his development and training as a dancer, he move to New York City in 2013. He studied and danced with Yamulee Dance Company under the direction of Osmar Perrones and Karel Flores. He also trained with Balmir Latin Dance Studios with its Artistic Director, Anya Katsevman. Marcus has performed at nationally acclaimed events all over the world. He started his teaching experience in Texas at Mambo Dallas Dance Studio and Alpha Midway Dance Studio and has continued to teach in NYC through private instruction.