Our Team

We bring authentic knowledge from Punjab to the floor, but we are united by a love for our culture, in motion.

PVO Performing Arts: Where purposeful work meets a real connection to our roots.

sukhjiwan shergill

Since 1996, Sukhjiwan Shergill has defined excellence in Punjabi folk dance. An international award-winning performer and a respected judge on the global competition circuit, he brings 30 years of elite experience to the PVO coaching team. Having trained hundreds of students from school-age to university champions, Sukhjiwan is dedicated to preserving the authentic spirit of Bhangra. His coaching blends rigorous technical discipline with high-octane energy, making him the definitive mentor for dancers looking to reach the professional stage.

Founder and Bhangra Coach

Ramandeep Singh is a globally recognized Bhangra performer and championship-winning coach. As a two-time Guinness World Record holder and back-to-back World Cup Winner (2021, 2023), his technical mastery is proven on the highest international stages. Throughout his performing career, he has dominated the competitive circuit, earning over a dozen "Best Dancer" titles at Punjab's most intense Zonal, Inter-Zonal, and State youth festivals.

As a cultural ambassador, Ramandeep has represented Punjabi folk arts in over eight countries, including Canada, Japan, China, and Russia. Transitioning his world-class stage experience into elite coaching, he has led university programs to massive victories, including back-to-back championships at the AIU National Youth Festivals, Bhangra Arena, and Bhangra Infinity. At PVO, Coach Ramandeep brings his relentless energy and international winning blueprint to our competitive roster

Elite Bhangra Coach & World Record Holder

RAMANDEEP SINGH (CHITTA)

harinder kahlon

Harinder is a distinguished Giddha performer and coach with over 16 years of international expertise. Known for her mastery of traditional storytelling and stage presence, she has trained award-winning teams across North America. As a respected judge and advocate for higher artistic standards, Harinder brings a wealth of culturally rooted knowledge to the PVO coaching team. She is dedicated to nurturing talent and inspiring the next generation to represent the true energy and grace of Giddha on the global stage.

Head Gidha Coach & Artistic Director

An ICCR-registered professional with a deep legacy in Punjabi folk dance, Kundan brings world-class expertise to Calgary. From coaching top-tier college teams in Ludhiana and Patiala to leading academies in BC, his career is defined by technical mastery and cultural pride. Whether teaching the power of Bhangra, the grace of Jhummar, or the rhythm of Malwai Giddha, Kundan is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of elite performers at PVO

Bhangra Coach

Kundan kheeva

Asees Shergill is the definition of young talent meeting disciplined mastery. With 7 years of performance and competitive experience, she brings a fresh, "Gen-Z" energy to the PVO studio. As an elite performer who is active on the modern circuit, Asees understands exactly what the younger generation needs—blending traditional foundations with the high-octane style that wins on today’s stages. Her coaching is friendly, attentive, and highly relatable, making her the perfect mentor for students looking to find their own rhythm and confidence.

Junior Gidha & Bhangra Coach

ASEES shergill

Pushpinder "Pushpy" Uppal is a Bhangra veteran with over 15 years of master coaching experience. Starting his competitive career in 1997 at Guru Gobind Singh College (Barnala), he became an All-India Open Champion and a 5-time Best Dancer winner. His elite performance standard led him to share the stage with icons Gurdas Maan and Pammi Bai, and perform at the prestigious Governor House.

Globally, Pushpinder has represented Punjabi culture at England's Llangollen Folk Festival, toured Germany and France, and won the World Cup Best Dancer award in Toronto.

As a coach, he has led top university programs to major podium finishes, including Lyallpur Khalsa College (Jalandhar) and SD College Barnala. At PVO, Coach Pushpinder brings his deep technical expertise and championship mindset to train our elite competitive teams.

Master Bhangra Coach & Legendary Performer

Pushpinder Singh Uppal (Pushpy)