Norman & Kathleen

Kathleen and Norman are the heart and soul of the Cuban dance scene in Jena and Thuringia. As instructors, organizers, and founding members of the CubaJena Festival, they have been shaping the local and national salsa community. Their style combines musicality, cultural depth, and joyful connection – rooted in Cuban traditions, yet open to individual expression. Whether teaching Casino, Rueda de Casino, Son, or Rumba, Kathleen & Norman inspire with warmth, clarity, and a deep love for dance.