La Dolce Vita
Arts Learning Center

Meet Serhii Pynchuk!

Your Professional Sound Engineer

Serhii Pynchuk is a professional sound engineer with an extensive list of credentials and lots of experience. He loves bringing enhanced sound to the world and helping others to discover their passion.

Qualifications

Serhii holds two degrees. His Mechanical Engineering degree was earned at Kremenchuk Mykhailo Ostrogradskyi National University in 2006, and his Sound Engineering degree was granted at Kyiv National University of Culture and Arts in 2013. He has worked on various TV channels, in TV and film productions/postproductions, and in Ukraine recording studios as a sound engineer for more than a decade. He’s currently an incredible member of the La Dolce Vida Arts Learning Center team.

Accolades

Serhii is a member of the Ukrainian alternative rock band PINS where he plays the guitar. His band released two albums, “Mandrivnyk” (2008) and “Marathon” (2015). Additionally, he served as the Supervising Sound Editor of the 2020 horror film “Let It Snow.”

Getting Personal

Serhii has a wonderful time enjoying both musical and non-musical activities. He spends some of his spare time designing and making his own sound recording and processing equipment. During his travels, he enjoys recording unique sounds. Beyond music, he loves martial arts, skiing, snowboarding, climbing, and cycling.

Meet Mona Yagoub!

Your Communication Manager

Mona Ygoub is a hard-working, passionate individual who loves to be involved with the process of helping others to express themselves creatively through music and the arts.

Qualifications

Mona was born and raised in Al Ain City. Raised by Sudanese and Filipino parents, she was fortunate to grow up in an environment surrounded by a family with dynamic interests in music, dance, and creative art. Because of this, she has acquired the same talents and passions. Since joining La Dolce Vida Arts Learning Center as a receptionist, Mona has invested her time wisely in learning from her environment and colleagues, thus empowering her to work her way up to her current role as our communications and operations manager. She has wonderful energy and loves to help both kids and adults.

Getting Personal

In addition to making the LDV world a better place, Mona knows how to have fun. She loves getting fresh air and sunshine as she makes things grow in her garden. To relax, she enjoys watching movies and her favourite tv series.

Meet Layal Nehme!

Your Music Teacher

Layal Nehme is a professional Lebanese music teacher with a heart for helping others discover and hone their musical talents. She’s a skilled musician and people-person, and her communication skills, leadership qualities, and adaptability are what make her so great at what she does.

Qualifications

Layal graduated from university in 2006 and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education. She began her professional teaching journey in 2007 and has spent time working abroad and in her home country of Lebanon. Throughout these years of work, Layal has worked with people from all backgrounds, cultures, and walks of life. She has therefore perfected her communication skills and is fantastic when working with people of all skill levels. We’re thrilled to have her as a part of the La Dolce Vida Arts Learning Center team!

Getting Personal

Layal loves to stay busy and have fun. In addition to teaching, she enjoys reading, as well as watching and critiquing movies and TV series. She also spends time as an amateur photographer and writer.

Meet Olga Seredenko!

Your Ballet Teacher

Olga Seredenko is a professional, qualified choreographer and a ballet master of the highest calibre. She loves passing on her technical knowledge and experience to students who are interested in exploring their minds, bodies, and souls with dance. She has a successful track record of choreographing and directing dance performances for competitions, children’s ballet showcases, theatre performances, theme celebrations, and international festivals.

Qualifications

Olga graduated with high honours from ST. Petersburg State University of Art and Culture in Russia. It was here that she earned her diploma in Choreography, Ballet Teacher, and diploma for Director of Dance Company).

She has been exposed to many European dance schools in Latvia & Estonia. Her experiences here have given Olga the tools and expertise that propelled her career. She was invited to teach at East Oxford School of Ballet (Oxford, England) and Abingdon Ballet School, in addition to Accademia Danza (Merate, Italy). Today, she makes the La Dolce Vida Arts Learning Center better than ever by offering excellence in ballet classes.

Getting Personal

Art is in Olga’s veins! Beyond dancing, she loves to get creative. Her favourite hobbies include arts and crafts projects.

Meet Alexy!

Your Music Teacher

Alexy is a vibrant, enthusiastic musician, composer, and teacher who is looking forward to helping you on your creative musical journey. He has experience with various instruments and ensembles and is adept at employing his experience to relate to others and improve their skills.

Qualifications

Alexy is from Moscow and has been passionate about music throughout his life. His music-related experience spans about nine years, and he has participated in different spheres of musical education for over five years. As such, he has worked with people from all backgrounds, skill levels, and age groups. Alexy holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Music and Education and has worked as a music teacher, music composer, and audio designer. Today, he teaches many students and leads them to success. He enjoys composing music for orchestras, chamber ensembles, and solo instruments.

Accolades

Throughout his years of musical experience, Alexy has participated in several competitions arranged by Mosco State Tchaikovsky Conservatory. In participating, he has won the first grands – a wonderful accomplishment!

Getting Personal

In addition to music, Alexy enjoys software development and math. He is fond of marrying these hobbies together by using math and computer programming in his works. He spends his free time studying various programming languages, such as Python and SQL. He also loves working on audio production, making music, making recordings, and mixing audio tracks.

Meet Veronika Sudochakova!

Your Dance Teacher

Veronika Sudochakova is always excited to help students explore movement and open their hearts through the art of dance. She is a seasoned, exquisite dancer capable of developing and choreographing dance, teaching students how to follow and flow with rhythm, helping others to boos flexibility and dexterity, and incorporating various movement techniques, with or without music.

Qualifications

Veronika was born in Novokuznetsk in Russia and has enjoyed dancing her entire life. She was honoured to receive the scholarship to attend the Kemerovo College of Culture and Arts. Here, she earned her degree as a professional choreographer. After graduating, Veronika travelled to South Korea, where she worked as a dancer and Choreographer. She has been fortunate to be able to travel to 4 different countries to expand her skills in dancing. Her travels have also allowed her to experience the various modalities of dance genres integrated within different cultures. As a result, Veronika is proficient in many different genres of dance, including K-pop, Hip-Hop, American Tap, and Contemporary.

Veronika joined the La Dolce Vida Arts Learning Center in 2022 as a dance teacher. She works with all who are interested in dance and movement, from beginners to advanced levels.

Getting Personal

Although a dancer at heart, Veronkia holds a wide range of interests. When she has leisure time, Veronika enjoys relaxing by watching a movie or practising yoga. She also loves to get out and have fun. Some of her hobbies include biking and exploring new cafes and restaurants with friends and colleagues.

Meet Illia Netkach!

Your Music/Violin Teacher

Illia Netkach is thrilled to help you find inner serenity as you practice your music. He is an experienced, professional, and passionate violinist, composer, and music teacher. He enjoys helping others to realise their full potential as musicians and creative souls.

Qualifications

Illia graduated from Kharkiv State College of Music in Ukraine in 2006 and received his Licentiate of the Royal Schools of Music diploma in violin teaching in 2019. Additionally, he is a member of the European String Teachers Association (STA) in good standing. He’s been working in Gulf countries, including Qatar, Bahrain, and UAE since 2013 and is currently an asset to the La Dolce Vita Arts Learning Center as an exceptional music teacher.

Accolades

Music is more than a “job” for Illia. In his spare time, he enjoys composing and performing original music. This helps him to stay sharp while continuously renewing his passion. He’s proud to have been a winner of the Battle of the Bands contest in Bahrain in 2016. He also released an EP titled “I Am” in 2017, which received positive reviews from “All About Jazz” and “Smooth & Soul” magazine.

Getting Personal

Beyond music, Illia has a rich life. He loves reading a wide range of books in his spare time. He’s also enthusiastic about engaging in a wide range of activities and trying new things, although his favourite hobbies are usually tied to martial arts, boats, and mountains.

Professional instrument repair services are available to keep your musical instruments in excellent playing condition.

From seasonal camps and family festivals to wellness workshops and performances, La Dolce Vita is a hub for memorable experiences. Past highlights include:

• Art & Music Markets
• Salsa Open Days
• Open Mic
• ABRSM Student Concerts
• Community Healing Circles
• Spring, Winter, and Summer Camps

Capture your sound with professional quality. Our in-house recording studio is ideal for musicians, podcasters, and vocalists, complete with high-end equipment and an expert audio engineer.

Let imagination lead the way in our visual arts program. Classes are open to all levels and ages, including:

• Drawing & Sketching
• Watercolour & Acrylic
• Glass Painting
• Mixed Media & Crafts

Our monthly art showcases and creative camps allow students to proudly display their work.

Build confidence, discipline, and body awareness with our diverse movement and fitness offerings:

• Judo
• Taekwondo (with Belt Testing Program)
• Capoeira (Kids & Adults)
• Zumba
• Pilates
• Aerobics

All classes are designed to promote physical strength, emotional wellness, and self-expression.

Wellness Programs are designed to support holistic well-being for children, teens, and adults through a variety of calming, enriching experiences:

• Yoga& Sound Healing
• Meditation
• Wellness Events

Whether you’re dancing for joy, fitness, or performance, our professional instructors guide students of all levels in:

• Ballet
• Hip Hop
• Contemporary
• K-Pop
• Belly Dancing (Ladies Only)
• Salsa & Latin Dances

Our seasonal shows and Open Mic Nights provide students with real stage experience.

From classical to contemporary, our music program is designed to spark joy and discipline alike.

We offer one-on-one and group classes in:

• Piano
• Violin
• Guitar
• Drums
• Voice
• Oud & Bouzouki
• Music Theory (ABRSM Certified)
• Little Maestros (music group for young learners)
• Orchestra & Guitar Ensemble Programs
• Kids
• Choir

We proudly support ABRSM exam preparation for students ready to take their music journey to the next level.