Originally from New Zealand, Shieva started swing dancing in 2010 after a burgeoning love affair with swing era jazz and blues music. Starting with Lindy Hop and Solo Jazz, she later came to focus on Blues, earning recognition by placing in several international solo and partnered blues competitions. In around 2016 Shieva turned her attention to Balboa and hasn’t looked back. She teaches regularly in her local scene in Berlin, as well as at workshops around Europe and competes and places regularly at events throughout Europe and the US.

She’s known for her smooth quality of movement, her chill “in the pocket” rhythm, creativity and her cozy connection. Her focus as a dancer is first and foremost social dancing and connection, which she therefore also prioritises as an instructor. Her focus in classes is often on connection, quality of movement, subtle musicality and follower voice.