Geri Chaudhri is a retired software engineer from Los Angeles. Her passion for dance began over 20 years ago. She has competed at the bronze and silver levels in both the American Smooth and International style of dancing. Geri's love for dancing stems from her need to express herself artistically and most importantly, dancing brings joy, freedom and social interaction into her life. Geri would like to thank Fred Astaire studio in Greenwich for welcoming her so warmly and is pleased to support the Abilis' Direct Service Professional Heroes Program!
Geri is paired with Fred Astaire Professional Clemens
Clemens began dancing in Linz, Austria at the age of 15. After completing all of his examinations in dance school, he began competing in major dance competitions throughout Europe including the Austrian Open, German Open, Italian Open, Copenhagen Open, Czech Republic Open, and Blackpool.
He was recruited by the studio in 1998 and became the owner with his wife in 2001. During his time with Fred Astaire, he has won numerous New England regional championships as well as top teacher awards. Clemens has a degree in fashion and design from HBLA in Linz, Austria.
He works hard not only on the dance floor with his students, but also designing and making custom dresses for the studios competitive students, which he does in his free time.