arunsrinivasanpauer

Graz

Scientist-turned-dancer, Arun is a generative artist, educator, and community builder with a passion for rhythm, connection, and creativity. With over 16 years of teaching experience across 25+ countries and having worked at more than 200 festivals worldwide, he brings a thoughtful, inclusive approach to dance and music education. As the founder and director of Salsa Madras, Arun has helped nurture Latin dance communities in both Chennai and Graz. He organizes Latin Festival Madras and Ritmo Madras, two vibrant platforms that celebrate music, dance, and human connection. A seasoned DJ and performer, he has played and danced at festivals around the world, including winning top honors at international championships—a chapter he looks back on with gratitude. Today, Arun continues to explore new creative paths as a generative music artist, blending Latin rhythms with storytelling to create original Bachata, Salsa, and Kizomba tracks. His classes are known not just for their structure