ABOUT US

At PIVOT Dance Emporium, we believe in the transformative power of dance. Founded by Angela Nedkov, a seasoned professional with over 30 years of experience in ballroom, salsa, and social dancing, our studio is built on passion, expertise, and a commitment to excellence.

Since 1995, Angela has excelled as a dance instructor, trainer, performer, and supervisor at studios across Boston, Manchester, Atlanta, and Seattle. For the past nine years, she has been a master instructor at Salsa Con Todo in Fremont, where she has earned a reputation for exceptional teaching.

Angela’s achievements include creating and leading a highly successful ballroom and Latin dance program at Emory University, which became a cornerstone of campus life. She also spent three impactful years teaching and mentoring children at Boys and Girls Club locations in Atlanta, fostering creativity and personal growth through dance.

At the heart of Angela’s teaching is a personalized, fun, and empowering approach that inspires students of all levels. Outside the studio, she continues to train and perform, ensuring PIVOT remains a dynamic and innovative space for dance.

Kaushal's passion for salsa ignited in 2010. His competitive drive emerged quickly, landing him on the podium at the India International Dance Congress by 2013. That same year, he placed 3rd in the Semi-Pro Couples category at the India International Dance Congress, and followed it up with another 3rd place in the Semi-Pro Solo division in 2014. He has been teaching since 2014 and have choreographed and taught at Palladium India.  

 In 2018, he transitioned to the New York-style Salsa On2, undertaking intensive training with world-renowned teams like Yamulee, Empire Mambo, and most recently with Patrick & Scarlett at Dance Vancouver Studio.  This dedication led to performances and competitions, where he has earned top honors—including 1st place in Men’s Shines Team and the Semi-Pro Couple Showcase at the Toronto Salsa Congress. 

His dance vocabulary extends to mambo, pachanga, and Afro-Cuban, but his philosophy remains rooted in growth: "No matter how far I’ve come, I still feel like I’m just beginning—there's always more to learn, refine, and discover."