Jonathan Rivera is a graduate from Southern Illinois University Carbondale with a BA Degree in Musical Theater and certifications in Fitness instructions and Licensed Sensei of Jujitsu kai.

Jonathan has been performing professionally since he was 5 years old.

He is a current 2019 World Salsa Summit Champion & Holds 2  Championships with Alma Latina Mexicali. He also placed 1st in 2019 at Bachateando in Miami in the Solo dancer competition & with his Pro-Am Alma Chicago Team.

Jonathan currently directs The Evolucion Latina Team & Latin Street Rio Bachata Team.