Seven Years of Dance Excellence
Since 2018, ranthovexalura has been Newcastle West's most recognised Latin dance academy, building a community of passionate dancers and earning industry acclaim across Australia.
Celebrating Our Achievements
ranthovexalura's commitment to authentic Latin dance instruction has earned recognition from dance federations, tourism boards, and cultural organisations throughout Australia. Our students regularly place in national competitions, and our instructors are sought after for workshops across the country.
- Australian Dance Federation Excellence Award 2024
- NSW Tourism Cultural Arts Recognition 2024
- Newcastle Business Awards - Best Creative Services 2023
- Latin Dance Academy of the Year 2023
- Community Arts Champion Award 2022
World-Class Training Standards
Our lead instructors bring decades of international experience, holding advanced certifications from prestigious dance academies in Cuba, Colombia, and Puerto Rico. This authentic foundation ensures our students learn genuine Latin dance techniques and cultural context.
Esperanza Delacroix
Master Instructor & Academy Director
With over 18 years of professional dance experience, Esperanza trained directly under Cuban master instructors at Havana's Instituto Superior de Arte. She's performed with touring companies across three continents and holds the highest-level certifications from both the International Salsa Federation and Colombian Dance Authority.
Master Salsa Instructor
International Salsa Federation
Certified 2019
Bachata Specialist Diploma
Dominican Republic Dance Council
Certified 2020
Cultural Dance Ambassador
Latin American Arts Foundation
Appointed 2022
Building Newcastle's Dance Community
Beyond teaching technique, we've fostered a vibrant cultural community that celebrates Latin heritage through dance. Our social events, cultural workshops, and charity performances have raised over ,000 for local arts programs while introducing thousands to the joy of Latin dance.
"ranthovexalura hasn't just taught me to dance – they've connected me to a culture I never knew existed in Newcastle. The authenticity and passion here is something you can't find anywhere else in the region."