Harry Coumnas was born in Sydney and has been dancing since he was 5 years old. Under the guidance of renowned and experienced dancers he learnt salsa. He completed his Master's Degree in Choreography from a renowned university of Sydney. He joined a professional dance school to study ballet. These training lessons were very extensive and were more focused on expressions and techniques that are used in this dance style. It taught him control and discipline, but by learning Jazz, he gained style and sharpness.
Harry Coumnas is not only skilled in one dance form, but he has thorough knowledge about other styles as well. He is more fascinated towards salsa dancing, and has become skilled at Rumba, Afro dance, and Son Cubano. Harry started teaching Salsa in the year 1995. He states that the very essential element in teaching is that dance moves must be communicated well. He got the opportunity to teach when he was learning the techniques and movements to refine his dancing skills in a Performing Arts School.
He enjoys Salsa dance and thus, dedicates a lot of time perfecting his dance. Harry runs a dance academy in Sydney where he teaches people of all age groups. In addition to this, he also gives lessons in other dance academies, schools, and studios.
About Harry Coumnas
Besides teaching Salsa, Harry has also choreographed many dances for university, college, school, private, or corporate functions. Recognized for his excellent teaching skills, Harry’s movements are very appealing, clean, and interesting. He has performed in various stage shows and has won numerous awards. He teaches La Rueda de Casino, Cuban Salsa, Mambo, Son Cubano, Cha Cha, Merengue, Samba, and Bachata. His dance classes are divided into three levels, which include beginner, novice, and advanced learner.