Lance Santiago

Lance Santiago is a Philippine-based dance artist, choreograper and coach. He is the founding member of Beast Fam ( a new generation of aerial dance artists in the Philippines) and Head Instructor of Beast House Pole and Aerial Dance Studio.

Lance is a highly-accomplished and experienced dancer with a remarkable background in jazz, contemporary, folk, gymnastics, pole and aerial arts. With a passion for dance that ignited at a young age, Lance has developed a solid foundation in these disciplines, allowing him to excel in his craft.

Throughout his career, Lance has showcased his exceptional talent on various local and international stages, participating in and emerging victorious in esteemed competitions across Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Thailand, among others. His dedication and skill have earned him recognition and accolades, establishing him as a force to be reckoned with in the dance community.

Prior to assuming the role of Head Instructor at the esteemed Beast House, Lance was a frontliner of the renowned dance group in the Philippines, “Hotlegs Dance Company.” This experience further honed his expertise and provided him with invaluable insights into the intricacies of the dance industry.

Today, Lance channels his expertise and passion into nurturing and guiding aspiring dancers, preparing them for the international stage. Under his guidance, his students have achieved remarkable success, consistently participating in prestigious competitions and securing championship titles. Some notable competitions where Lance’s students have triumphed include Airstars Aerial Arts, Viva Circus Awards Malaysia, US Pole Sport Organization, Singapore Pole Challenge, and Philippine Aerial Cup.

Lance’s commitment to excellence, combined with his extensive experience and profound understanding of various dance forms, makes him an exceptional instructor and mentor. His dedication to pushing boundaries and fostering a supportive environment enables his students to reach their full potential and shine on the international stage. Lance’s contributions to the dance community continue to inspire and shape the future of dance.

Achievements

• POLESTAR MALAYSIA 2013
  • Doubles Champion
• SINGAPORE POLE CHALLANGE 2014
  • 1st Runner Up
• HK China Pole Championship 2015
  • Doubles Champion
• National Commision for Culture & the Arts 2015
  • National Artist Awardee
• Founding Member of International Aerial Cup
• XPERT Certified

Coaching Achievements

• AIRSTARS AERIAL ARTS 2018, 2019 & 2023
• VIVA CIRCUS AWARDS 2023
• AERIALYMPICS 2021 & 2023
• POLE SPORT ORGANIZATION 2020 & 2022
• SINGAPORE POLE CHALLANGE 2016

Director, Choreographer, Performer Shows:

• LEE MIN HO Live in Manila
• ASAP ABS CBN
• ITS SHOWTIME ABS CBN
• EAT BULAGA GMA 7
• PINOY BIG BROTHER
• PA M.O.R.E at MOA
• R30 at MOA
• Ogie Alcasid 30th Anniverary at Araneta
• Be YOU Concert
• Avon Fashion Show
• MAC Its A Strike
• KAMISETA Fashion Show
• Beast House Anniversary Shows

Artists

• Lee Min Ho
• Regine Velasquez
• Ogie Alcasid
• Martin Nievera
• Erick Santos
• Gary Valenciano
• Angeline Quinto
• Kayla
• Maja Salvador
• Kim Chiu
• Sheree of Viva HotBabes
• Karylle Tatlonghari
• Patricia Tumulak
• Lady Pipay