Somos Candela Instructors

Blending his training, Charlie Garcia "Mr. Candela" incorporates footwork from different backgrounds, body isolation, high energy, Cuban influences, flavor and technique to create his dynamic “swaggy” style!

Liethis Hechavarria is an exceptional and innovative  dancer, instructor, choreographer, cultural ambassador and travel host. She is the primary dancer of "Oyu Oro Afro-Cuban Experimental Dance Ensemble"

Scarlett Medrano is a Salsa Dancer trained by Nelson Flores, Santo Rico and Yamulee Dance Company.  "GROOVEMENT" is a style that fuses Salsa On2 with styles like Hip-Hop and Lite Feet which are heavily seen in Urban New York areas such as Harlem where she was born.

As a member of the Ailey Student Performance Group, she had the opportunity to learn repertory by Alvin Ailey. Currently you can see Maddie perform with TORCH Dance Theatre, Dance Boissiere, and Somos Candela. Maddie enjoys all styles of dance and exploring new movements!