About Micheal Adegoke

BACKGROUND:

Michael moved to the United States along with his 10 family members in 1983.  His dance career began in 1989 when he started dancing Hip-Hop with Pazazz (Minnesota award winning dance choreographer).  In 1991, Michael and Pazazz unique dance style caught the attention of the International Artist known as ‘Prince’ who immediately requested for both to come on stage to perform with him. This was the beginning of many dance performances with the group.  In 1992, Michael signed a contract with Eclectic Dance Company and Eugene Nickols &Talent Company performing in over 60-show dance presentations.

In 2001, Michael stumbled into the salsa scene through a friend who invited him out.   Labeled as the worst salsa dancer on the scene for many months, he determined to learn salsa on his own.  Michael ordered over $300.00 worth of salsa and ballroom dance videos, and started training himself four hours a day in a mini dance studio he created at home. 

Five months later, Michael returned to the same salsa scene ready to burn the floor with his new salsa moves.  Michael met Lisa Zamarripa that night and requested a dance. Their dancing was magical as they took over the dance floor with an awesome performance. 

Mesmerized by their dancing together, Lisa immediately requested to have Robert Foster, three-time U.S Rhythm and World Dance Champion, work with them.   Seeing the potential in Michael, Robert devoted time to training Michael and Lisa.  In addition, Robert brought in other World Dance Champions such as Tony Dovalani, Dimtry Chaplin and Tony Karadjov (Bulgarian Dance Champion) to provide training.

Performing their first ballroom show dance together in 2002, Michael and Lisa took second place beating other United States professionals who have been dancing for many years.  Since then, Michael and Lisa have been traveling the states winning other dance shows.

Michael and Lisa continue to amaze audiences with their dance moves, passion, charisma and creativity.  Today, they are in great demand to both teach and perform at various events.

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