Rita Mirella Lurito rediscovered her passion for dance after her career in banking and parenting. A Greenwich resident for over 23-years, she dances to rhythm ballroom, hip-hop, salsa, and jazz while enjoying golf and traveling with her husband and adult sons. Rita, a current Abilis Board member, and her family have supported Abilis' important mission in our community for over 18 years. She is delighted to combine her love of dance and her support for Abilis at this exciting event.
Rita is paired with Fred Astaire Professional Elmar
Elmar began ballroom dancing in Germany at the age of 7, and through the years successfully competed in many Regional, National and International competitions. Upon completion of the extensive German training to become a certified dance instructor, he was immediately offered a position as Assistant Manager and Dance Instructor at one of the largest German dancing schools in Munich, Germany.
In January 2007, Elmar joined Fred Astaire Dance Studios as an owner and Director of the Brookfield, CT location and with the success of that studio he and his wife opened a second studio in Greenwich where he continues to pursue his passion for dancing. Under his direction and instruction, the Greenwich Fred Astaire Dance Studio's students and certified instructors have won top placements in competitions and enjoy the magic of dance.