Lăcustă Mariana
Main achievement
Co-owner and dance instructor at Fred Astaire Dance Studios in Hanover, Massachusetts
About
Professional Experience: She began dancing at the age of 5 in the Republic of Moldova and competed for 15 years in Standard and Latin styles. She started teaching dance at the age of 15, while still an amateur dancer, accumulating over a decade of teaching experience. US Activity: In 2016, she and her family moved to the United States, where they continued their careers within the Fred Astaire Dance Studios franchise. Current Role: She currently leads the instructor team at the Hanover studio, being involved in creating personalized dance programs (including for weddings) and mentoring students to help them achieve their ballroom dancing goals. Personal Details: She is married to Mihail Lacusta, who is also a co-owner and dance director at the same studio. The two competed together in international Standard and Latin dance competitions, winning several European championship titles before moving to the US.
