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
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
Bhangra CoachKundan kheeva
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
Junior Gidha & Bhangra CoachASEES shergill
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.