Gary Foo, Director and Founder of En Motion Dance School
Gary Foo
Founder & Director, En Motion Dance School
An immensely talented dancer, visionary teacher, and passionate leader, Gary Foo is the Founder and Director of En Motion Dance School.
Widely recognized as one of the pioneers of Salsa and Bachata in Asia, Gary has played a key role in shaping Singapore’s Street Latin Dance scene, with much of its growth and vibrancy today credited to his vision and dedication.
With more than two decades of teaching experience, Gary has mentored and inspired countless dancers, many of whom have become accomplished instructors and performers across the region.
Under his guidance, his teams have earned 11× Asia Champion titles and numerous international accolades. Personally, Gary has also achieved remarkable results, including:
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🏅 6th place – Universal League World Salsa Solo Championship (Italy, 2025)
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🏆 5th place – World Salsa Championship Team Category (2011)
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🥈 2nd place – Bachata Asia Championship (2013)
Gary continues to champion excellence in Latin dance through his teaching, choreography, and community building — inspiring dancers to move not just with skill, but with heart.
Gary led his crew to the top 15 teams in Singapore National TV, reality Dance Competition, “The Dance Floor 2015” competing against many top dance crews from different genres and dance styles.
Gary winning 6th position in Universal Dance League World Salsa Championship in Italy 2025
En Motion dancers winning multiple International Championships
Gary Foo has also been involved in nationwide TV programs, Radio stations, Newspapers and magazines as a top star-instructor in the Street Latin scene. Some of his notable media works include:
– Close your eyes 2018 (Mediacorp 8 Drama directed by Zheng Ge Ping)
– In my Backyard (Mediacorp 5 Variety show feat Suhaimi, Irene Ang, Benjamin Kheng, Carla)
– Hungry for Love 2018 (Mediacorp 5 Variety show feat Ms Singapore 2017, Laanya and Jean Danker)
– Interview on YES FM93.3 in 2017 by DJ Xiao Jiahui and DJ Chen Ning
– The Soul Reaper 2016 (Mediacorp 8 Drama starring Tay Ping Hui, Belinda Lee, Priscilia Chan)
– Be Happy 2012 (Mediacorp 8 Drama starring Chen Hanwei, Paige Chua)
– Straits Times LIFESTYLE 2012
– Channel News Asia AM LIVE 2011 & 2012
– Channel News Asia Prime News 2011
– I-magazine 2009 TV Dance Appearance and Choreography
The Soul Reaper 2016 (Mediacorp 8 Drama starring Tay Ping Hui, Belinda Lee, Priscelia Chan)
The Soul Reaper 2016 (Mediacorp 8 Drama starring Tay Ping Hui, Belinda Lee, Priscelia Chan)
Gary worked with DJ Yasmin and artistes Suhaimi, Irene Ang, Benjamin Kheng & Carla for filming of: In My Backyard 2018 (Mediacorp 5 Variety show feat )
Interview on FM YES 93.3 with DJ Chen Ning and DJ Jiahui (2017)
Variety Show 3 woman and a show 2018
In 2009, Gary created the term “Street Latin Dance” to give a collective identity to Latin-based dances like Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, Cha Cha, Mambo, Zouk, etc. The Street Latin Dance term has helped differentiate the dance genre from other partner dances and is now widely used around the world.
Gary Foo is a highly respected instructor in Asia and has been invited to teach, perform and judge in some of the World’s largest dance events.
Gary was invited to judge in many championships, naming some of the prestigious championships: – Hanoi Salsa & Bachata Championship 2016/17 (Vietnam) – IDO World Latin Championship 2016 (South Korea) – Inter-School Latin Dance Sports Championship 2013 (Singapore)
Gary’s workshop in India International Dance Congress 2013
Gary presenting awards in IDO World Latin Championship 2017
Gary’s unique and showy dance styles have brought him recognition in the Street Latin scenes around the region. He strongly believes that one should continuously explore and expose themselves to the ever changing dance scene. He has been actively pushing boundaries, creating new works and evolving his styles to improve his own dance skills so that he can help his students to achieve their goals better.
Gary and Wenxin receiving Salsa and Afro Rumba training in the birth place of Salsa – Cuba
Gary and En Motion instructors receiving vigorous dance training in Italy under World Champion – Mr Fernando Sosa
Together with his extensive teaching experiences, Gary firmly believes that having a solid technical foundation is the key to excelling and ensuring longevity in Street Latin dance. He hopes to continue to share his burning passion and in-depth knowledge on dance, and to continue to inspire many more generations through movement.
WANT TO LEARN LATIN DANCE FROM SINGAPORE’S BEST?
En Motion Dance School is Singapore’s largest and most award-winning Street Latin Dance school. We firmly believe in teaching and dancing for the passion of the Dance, helping our students spark joy in trying brand new experiences.
Join us for our monthly trial Salsa and Bachata dance classes!
En Motion’s Latin dance classes are taught in our professional dance studios by a pool of professional instructors, many of which have been personally trained and guided by director Gary Foo. With 20 years of teaching experience, Gary Foo’s team of Street Latin dancers have 9 x Asia Latin Champions and top 5 World Championship placings under their belts!
If you are looking for the first step to kick start your dancing life, En Motion is the perfect place for you to jump into the fun and excitement of the Latin Dance world. Sign up for a trial class now!