Born in Budapest, Hungary, Gabriella’s love and talent for the performing arts was realized at an early age through rhythmical sport gymnastics, aerobics, high diving, gymnastic bars, ballet, jazz and flamenco. She started ballroom dancing at 17, with a focus on International Standard and Latin American styles. By the age of 19 Gabriella was teaching private classes in Hungary, even as an amateur. She quickly rocketed to the top, winning most major titles in Hungary. At 21 she moved to Salzburg, Austria, and continued teaching private and small group classes there. She competed throughout Europe, traveling every week, working and learning with the best dancers in Europe. Soon, she was asked to represent Austria at the European, World and other high-level dance competitions. Gabriella dominated the circuit and became champion in every level of competitive dancing she participated in.

At the early age of 25, Gabriella claimed the Austrian National Championship title with her Bulgarian dance partner Vladimir. Gabriella and Vladimir represented Austria at all European and World Championships and numerous World Class competitions. She was trained by the most elite coaches and professionals in Germany, England, Slovenia, Hungary, Austria, Denmark and America. Gabriella appeared on several live television shows in Hungary and later, in news publications in Florida.

In May of 2006, Gabriella accepted an invitation to come to the US, extended by the prestigious Fred Astaire dance studio in Jupiter, Florida. She quickly became a highly sought-after coach, teacher and performer. She also became a Fred Astaire National Champion, ranked 24th in the world, 13th in Europe, and 50th of over 2,000 couples in world rankings. Gabriella taught and performed at all levels at Fred Astaire in Jupiter and later in Naples, and was recognized as a top female instructor with the most hours taught in South Florida by Fred Astaire Dance Studios.

While competing as a professional, Gabriella taught and performed as a professional and pro-amateur in Jupiter, West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Sarasota, Coconut Creek, Naples, Marco Island, Estero, Fort Myers and Bonita Springs. Gabriella also participated in and performed at local Dancing with the Stars events.

Since moving to Naples in 2010, Gabriella has been recognized as one of the most skilled, experienced and well-respected dance professionals in South Florida. Known for her fun, energetic and friendly teaching style, Gabriella works with students of all levels, from beginner-to-advanced, social-to-competitive, fun and serious. From ages 4 to 94, students under her instruction have learned, competed and performed across the US and have received top honors. Her clients love and appreciate her ability to cater to their personal and sometimes unique needs.

Her two decades of intense experience as a Teacher, Performer, Dance Director, Assistant Manager, Manager and Studio Owner provide Gabriella a unique insight into all facets of the world of dance. She understands why some desire to climb the ranks, and why others want to simply dance socially and have fun on the dance floors of the world. She loves and appreciates all!

As an independent professional, Gabriella has formed friendly and supportive relationships with many of the top dance professionals in the area. Currently she enjoys inspiring her students to learn the art of dance, choreographing and performing shows for charities and special events, and helping couples prepare memorable wedding dances. Being independent gives Gabriella flexibility in teaching at locations preferred by individual clients, such as dance studios, country clubs, gym facilities, churches, club houses, office spaces, yoga facilities and wedding destination locations.

Locally she has performed, taught, hosted, and participated in events at Island Walk, Kensington Country Club, The Strand, Ibis Country Club, Vineyards Country Club, Imperial Golf Club, Grandezza, Pelican Sound River Club, Naples Heritage Country Club, Hunter’s Ridge, Pelican Bay, Naples Princess Cruises, the Hungarian-American Club, the Italian-American Club, local churches, charity events, dinner dances, birthdays, weddings, reunions and more. She performs and partners with many professionals, amateurs and students. Her passionate performances are guaranteed to move you, stir your emotions and touch your heart.

She is excited to offer to the local community private dance lessons, small private group classes, dance workout experiences, wedding choreographies, party and event shows, and dance partnership to anyone wanting to experience dancing the night away with a professional dance partner.

Gabriella’s broad range of dance skills include the International Latin dances she trained in Europe and America: Rumba, Cha-Cha, Samba, Paso-Doble and Jive. International Standard dances: Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Viennese Waltz, Quickstep. In Florida she became involved in the world of American style rhythm, smooth and club dances including: American Rumba, Cha-Cha, Samba, Foxtrot, Waltz, Tango, Viennese Waltz, Bolero, East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing, Hustle, Salsa, Mambo, Merengue, Bachata and more!