February in Love in ChCh-Cuban Edition
Schedule
Fri, 13 Feb, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sun, 15 Feb, 2026 at 07:00 am
UTC+13:00Location
Evolve Studios NZ | Christchurch, CA
⚠️ What a perfect summer weekend to learn, play, and immerse yourself in the vibrant, expressive world of Cuban dance-Rueda de CasinoA sensual, passionate, and romantically charged celebration of Valentine’s weekend — in true Cuban style, with rhythm, music, and irresistible alegría, led by the one and only “Vivio,” the Messi of Cuban salsa 👑 👑 👑
Event details:
Pre-party class & Friday party
📅 Friday 13th February
📍 Evolve Studios, 98 Carlyle street, Sydenham
⏰ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm class, then party till late
Workshops (4 hours)
📅 Saturday 14th February
📍 Saint Albans Community Centre, 1049 Colombo street, Saint Albans (parking accessed at 126 Caledonian Road)
⏰ 10:30 am – 3:00 pm
(30-minute break — bring your lunch/snacks 😊)
Pre-party class & Saturday party
📅 Saturday 14th February
📍 Evolve Studios, 98 Carlyle street, Sydenham
⏰ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm class, then party till late
BBQ
📅 Sunday 15th February
📍 Location to be confirmed (weather-dependent 😅)
Finish the weekend Cuban-style with a relaxed BBQ with Vivio — BYO food & drinks, music, chats, laughs, and maybe a little dance to close the weekend 🥰
⚠️ Full event ticket $120
The last time that the king of Salsa and Rueda Cubana came to Christchurch was 15 years ago ( or more) Take advantage of this rare opportunity with the Messi of Salsa 🕺🔥
Register your details here: https://forms.gle/D6JHFA1c11ofgz7C6
Payment:
‼️ 38-9015-0208382-07
Katharine Pratt
Once you've registered and paid you will receive a confirmation email 😊
⚠️ 🌟 ARTIST BIO — ISBERT “VIVIO” RAMOS MEDIACEJA
‼️ A true pioneer of Cuban dance in Aotearoa, Isbert “Vivio” Ramos Mediaceja brings decades of world-class experience to every stage he steps onto.
Born and trained in Cuba, Vivio graduated from Havana’s prestigious National School of Arts, specialising in ballet, contemporary and folkloric dance. His talent took him around the world performing with elite dance companies before he made New Zealand his home in 2002.
Since then, Vivio has become one of NZ’s most influential Cuban dance educators. Through The Cuban Groove, he has taught thousands of students, trained teachers nationwide and helped shape the Cuban dance community from the ground up.
A multi-talented performer, Vivio also fronts the vibrant bands Ke lo Ke and Vivio & Friends, collaborating with some of the country’s finest Latin and jazz musicians. From festivals to film, competitions to local community events, he is known for his infectious energy, musicality and absolute dedication to sharing the joy of Cuban culture.
Whether on stage, in class, or on the dance floor, Vivio embodies passion, authenticity, and the true spirit of Cuba
⚠️ ‼️ we will happy to see you there enjoying this great opportunity with us 💛
Where is it happening?
Evolve Studios NZ, 98 Carlyle street,Christchurch, New Zealand
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