Meet Our Teachers
Meet the Soul & Energy of Bliss Dance ✨
Introducing Tara & Ilya — two dancers, teachers, and creators united by their passion for movement, music, and community. Together, they bring a wealth of international experience and unique styles to Bliss Dance, right here in the heart of Tbilisi.
Tara
Tara — founder and soul of Bliss Dance — has dedicated her life to the art of dance.
Her journey began at a young age, with deep training in gymnastics, ballet, contemporary, ballroom, hip-hop, and belly dance. But it was social dancing — bachata, salsa, and kizomba — that truly captured her heart.
With over 22 years of dance and 10+ years of teaching, Tara has studied and taught across Georgia, Italy, and Russia, and regularly teaches at international festivals throughout Europe. She’s also completed professional teacher training programs, allowing her to lead not just with skill, but with soul, care, and emotional depth. Her classes are thoughtful, welcoming, and full of feeling.
Ilia
Ilya — the energy and creative force of Bliss Dance — brings over 18 years of dance experience to the studio.
He began with street styles, especially hip-hop and house, performing in battles and competitions for many years. When he discovered bachata over 7 years ago, he dove deep into the world of Latin dances — and hasn’t stopped since.
Ilya has trained with top instructors and danced at festivals and socials across Spain, Israel, Italy, Australia, and more. He’s also a multiple-time bachata competition winner. His unique style fuses the raw rhythm of street dance with the grace of social dance — creating something truly his own.