Hailing from St. Petersberg, Russia, Vadim Asmolov was trained from a young age by top world professionals. At St. Petersburg University, Vadim majored in Ballet Choreography and Ballroom Instruction. Before being recruited in 2001 by Fred Astaire Dance Studios, he competed in numerous international competitions in both international standard and latin dance styles. Vadim is co-owner of the Fred Astaire Dance Studio Mystic. He enjoys working with all dancers, and is especially enthusiastic about teaching couples preparing for their wedding day. With his energetic teaching style, Vadim has earned the Top Teacher of the Year award several times.

Rogelio Garcia has dedicated himself to the art of dancing and instructing since joining the Fred Astaire Dance Studio in 2002. He has earned places in the top 10 rankings in many regional competitions and has won open and closed rhythm divisions several times. In 2007, Rogelio opened the Fred Astaire Dance Studio Mystic with his business partner, Vadim Asmolov. Rogelio is very eager to share with all students his love and passion for dancing.

Originally from Schwalmstadt, Germany, Juliet Thibodeaux began dancing Ballet at age 5, followed by Jazz and Hip hop. She began Ballroom dance training at age 13 and soon discovered her love for teaching. Juliet joined the Fred Astaire franchise in 2004, and joined the Mystic studio in 2011. Juliet has competed successfully in both smooth and rhythm dance styles at regional and national events. Her numerous years of teaching all over the world at many different dance levels have made her an expert at teaching beginning and advanced students alike. Experience Juliet's passion and excitement for dancing; you will feel the difference.

Mekhael Srour began his dance career when he was very young with freestyle Break Dancing in his home country of Lebanon. In 1996 Mekhael joined the world of Ballroom dancing, competing as a top amateur and winning the Lebanese Cup in 2006-2007. In addition to competing, in 2009 Mekhael served as a national judge and trainer. Joining Fred Astaire Dance Studio Mystic in 2010, Mekhael took third place in a recent regional competition. Mekhael maintains a unique flair for encouraging his students to open up on the dance floor and shows an expressiveness and passion for dancing in every step he takes.

Cara Servidio began dancing at an early age. She has studied Ballet, Tap, Jazz, and Modern dance, and graduated cum laude from Central Michigan University with a B.A.A. in Business and Dance. Cara taught Tap, Ballet and Jazz dance to children ages 2 through 12 before beginning her Ballroom career. She always brings enthusiasm and excitement with her to the floor. Through teaching and performing Cara loves sharing with others the art of dance which has brought so much joy into her own life.

Originally from Michigan, Caleb Converse spent a lot of time dancing, teaching, and competing in the Midwest. Caleb trained primarily in Chicago, focusing on West Coast Swing, in Arizona, concentrating on rhythm dancing, and in Montreal, focusing on smooth dancing. Caleb has worked with many beginner students and wedding couples, and specializes in choreography and fun/easy teaching methods. He is known for his electric, positive energy and passion for competing. In addition to advancing his own professional competition track, Caleb often works with advanced students, choreographing and competing with them.