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Yulia Bobovik Bubnelis - Founder/Director
Yulia Bobovik Bubnelis is the founder and director of DanceStream Studio, which she opened over 12 years ago after teaching and performing across Israel, Europe, and the United States. With 27 years of teaching experience, Yulia has trained dancers of all ages and levels, including students who have gone on to place 3rd at the U.S. National Championships.
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A two-time Latin American National Champion in Israel and a finalist and semifinalist at major international competitions throughout Europe and the U.S., Yulia brings her depth of competitive experience to every lesson she teaches. She is also a Championship-Level Adjudicator certified by the National Dance Council of America (NDCA).
Yulia’s favorite part of teaching is watching her students’ confidence grow — seeing how, as they learn to connect with their bodies through movement, that same confidence begins to flow into all areas of their lives. She loves working with children, adults, and wedding couples alike, finding unique joy and meaning in each student’s journey. Known for her keen eye for detail, Yulia emphasizes strong technique as the foundation for success, creativity, and long-term growth.
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Beyond the studio, Yulia is a wife and mother of three. When she’s not dancing, you’ll often find her spending time at the beach with her family, or cuddling the family’s newest addition, a playful bernedoodle named Simba.
Dmitriy Khazanov - Instructor
Dima was a competitive Latin dancer for over 10 years, frequently reaching finals on the collegiate and regional circuits and earning a reputation as a crowd favorite. He now specializes in preparing wedding couples for their first dance, creating choreography that feels natural, personal, and authentic to each couple. Dima believes a great first dance isn’t about flashy steps, it’s about showcasing the connection between two people. When couples feel confident and comfortable, their dance truly shines. Every couple is unique, and their first dance should be too.
Outside the studio, Dima stays active with workouts inspired by his many years of CrossFit, along with spending time with his very energetic 3-year-old son, his wife—a nurse and soon-to-be nurse practitioner—and their labradoodle, Mocha.
François O Noel - Instructor
François is a Boston-based dancer, choreographer, educator, DJ, and the founder of Flow Studios. He has trained extensively in Latin social dance (Salsa, Bachata, merrengue, Afrocuban folkloric) and hip-hop (popping, locking Breaking etc), developing a movement style rooted in musicality, flow, and intentional transitions.
In addition to teaching at studios and festivals all around the world, he is a professor at The Boston Conservatory at Berklee, where he brings both academic and real-world perspectives into the classroom. His teaching emphasizes connection, creativity, and helping dancers move beyond patterns to dance with clarity, confidence, and expression.
Clara Allen - Studio Manager
Clara supports the daily operations at Dance Stream, helping ensure that classes, events, and studio activities run smoothly. With a background in operations and a love of organization and creativity, she brings structure and heart to everything she does.
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She’s passionate about creating a welcoming, stress-free experience for dancers, families, and instructors alike.
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Clara first started dancing in 2022 when she and her husband took lessons for their wedding dance, and has been obsessed ever since! She lives in Needham with her husband Greg and their dog Otis.