Killick & Friends Interviews

Killick & Friends Interviews

Killick & Friends Interviews is a special interview series hosted by renowned Latin dance champion Paul Killick. Rather than focusing on choreography or technique demonstrations, this program provides behind-the-scenes conversations with some of the most respected names in the international ballroom and Latin dance community.

Through personal interviews and discussions, leading dancers and coaches share their experiences, competitive journeys, training philosophies, and perspectives on achieving success at the highest levels of dancesport.

Recorded around major international dance events, including Blackpool, these interviews provide a rare opportunity to hear directly from world-class professionals about the realities of competitive ballroom dancing.

Featured Interviews

Michael Malitowski – Part 1

Insights from one of the most successful Latin champions of his generation, discussing competitive development, partnership, and professional dancing.

Loraine Barry – Part 1

An interview with the former World Champion and internationally respected adjudicator and coach.

Valerio Colantoni & Monica Nigro – Part 1

Discussion of competitive experiences, training methods, and career development within international Latin dancing.

Gary Edwards – Part 1

Perspectives from a respected figure within the dancesport industry.

Boyko – Part 1

Professional insights into ballroom competition and coaching.

Dorin Frecautanu & Marina Sergeeva – Part 1

An interview with one of the most successful Latin partnerships of their era, sharing experiences from international competition.

Topics Explored

• Competitive dance careers
• Training philosophies
• Partnership development
• Championship preparation
• Teaching methods
• Professional experiences
• Stories from major dance events
• Personal perspectives on success in dancesport

Who Is This Video For?

• Ballroom and Latin dancers
• Dance teachers and coaches
• Competition dancers
• Dancesport enthusiasts
• Students interested in the history of competitive dancing

Why Watch Killick & Friends Interviews?

Unlike instructional technique videos, this series focuses on the people behind the achievements. The interviews provide valuable perspectives from world champions, respected coaches, and industry leaders, offering inspiration and practical insights for dancers at every level.