✨ Michelle Tsiakkas

How did Michelle Tsiakkas start dancing?

Michelle began dancing at the age of six in Cyprus, where she became an undefeated Latin American Champion, winning national titles consecutively from 2001 to 2011. She later moved to London to study and represented England at major international dance championships before joining the world-touring dance show Burn The Floor.

Learn more about Michelle Tsiakkas’s amazing dancing career, view photos & videos plus read all their latest news.

5* Weekend Breaks with the stars of Strictly Come Dancing

Who better to teach you to dance than the professional dancer Michelle Tsiakkas? You can meet Michelle, learn their steps and be captivated as they perform spectacular shows just for you.

Friday 6th – Sunday 8th March 2026
Alton Towers Resort Hotel, Staffordshire
Starring Kai, Lauren, Michelle, Simone, David & Rosie & more tba
Early Bird £609pp Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
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⭐ Join your favourite Stars of Strictly Come Dancing, British Ballroom Champions, Argentine Tango Stars plus fabulous live music from The Tony Greenwood Big Band.⭐

Friday 17th – Sunday 19th July 2026
5* Celtic Manor Resort Hotel, Newport
Starring Gorka, Karen, Amy, Aljaz, Janette, Oti, Leandro & Maria, Aaron & Niamh & more tba
Early Bird £709pp Dinner, Bed & Breakfast

⭐ Join your favourite Stars of Strictly Come Dancing, British & World Ballroom Champions, Argentine Tango Stars plus fabulous live music from The Tony Greenwood Big Band.⭐

Frequently Asked Questions about Michelle Tsiakkas

How old is Michelle?

Michelle Tsiakkas is 29 years old, born on 29 August 1995.

Where is Michelle from?

Michelle is from Cyprus.

Who is Michelle’s Professional dance partner?

Michelle’s current professional partner is Simone Arena, a pro dancer and choreographer who has competed on Dancing With The Stars in Italy, Ireland, and Belgium. The two previously performed together in Burn The Floor.

Michelle’s previous professional partner was Paulius Vaskelis, with whom she recorded 17 professional Latin competition results.

Is Michelle Tsiakkas in a relationship?

Yes, Michelle is in a relationship with her dance partner Simone Arena. In early 2022, Simone won Dancing With The Stars Belgium alongside gymnast Nina Derwael.

What are Michelle’s greatest dance achievements?

• Undefeated Latin Champion in Cyprus (2001–2011)
• Represented England at major international championships
• Toured globally with Burn The Floor
• Became a professional dancer on Strictly Come Dancing in 2022

When did Michelle join Strictly?

Michelle joined the Strictly family in 2022.

Has Michelle ever won Strictly?

Not yet. The 2024 series was Michelle’s third season on Strictly.

Who has Michelle danced with on Strictly?

Where can I find out more about Michelle Tsiakkas?

BBC Strictly Profile – for her official Strictly dance profile.

Dance Sport Info – for Michelle’s dance competition results.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing

Find out more information about the BBC TV programme Strictly Come Dancing
by checking out the BBC Strictly Come Dancing website
www.bbc.co.uk/strictlycomedancing

Donaheys Dancing With The Stars Weekends are not associated with BBC Studios

Michelle Tsiakkas Tour Dates & Venues

Find out about Michelle Tsiakkas participation in The Strictly Professionals Tour
strictlytheprofessionals.com

Meet all the Strictly Come Dancing Professional Dancers

Learn more about all your favourite Strictly Pro’s here;

– Aljaz Skorjanec
– Amy Dowden MBE
– Carlos Gu
– Dianne Buswell
– Giovanni Pernice
– Gorka Marquez
– Johannes Radebe
– Jowita Przystal
– Kai Widdrington
– Karen Hauer
– Katya Jones
– Lauren Oakley
– Luba Mushtuk
– Michelle Tsiakkas
– Nadiya Bychkova
– Nancy Xu
– Neil Jones
– Nikita Kuzmin
– Vito Coppola
– Oti Mabuse

Meet all the Strictly Come Dancing Judges

Learn more about all the Strictly Judges here;
– Anton du Beke
– Shirley Ballas
– Motsi Mabuse
– Craig Revel Horwood