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Robert
& Nicola Royston
(NY)
Robert is one of the
most successful competitive dancers in Country and Swing, winning
many World and US Open titles. He is also a member of the UCWDC Hall
of Fame. Together, Robert and Nicola have won multiple Showcase
Swing Championships, Division 1 Country Grand Championships, and
Cabaret titles. They hold multiple strictly swing and jack & Jill
titles, and are Top 5 NASDE finishers. They have performed on
numerous NYC Stages and on television shows, have choreographed for
artists like Kellie Pickler, Sugarland, Taylor Swift, and for films
such as “Love N’ Dancing.” As internationally recognized judges and
teachers, the pair travels, teaching, judging and performing their
exciting choreography year-round. |
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Ben McHenry & Cameo Cross
(CA) Ben and Cameo have been dancing together now for over a year and
are US Open Classic Finalists. As a teaching and competitive
partnership they are traveling nationally and internationally, such
places including France, Russia, Korea and the Ukraine. Ben and Cameo
have brought together the geek and the ballerina to form: BAMEO! |
Jason
& Yvonne Wayne (CA) have each been dancing for over 20 years. Jason
began country dancing in 1990. This was his primary focus until
discovering west coast swing, which has held his passion ever since.
With 17 years teaching experience and an extensive background in
ballroom, country, swing, latin, and line dancing, Yvonne has
enjoyed much success in competition and in educating others in the
joys of dance. Both are active competitors in the Champions division
on WSDC and NASDE circuits. They teach across the United States, in
Canada, and in Europe. Their combined love of performing and
teaching makes them sought after across the globe. This unique,
skilled couple work together to share their love of dance with all
ages. |
Jason
& Annmarie Marker (MI)
share a love for teaching,
competing, judging and performing across the country. They both
adore West Coast Swing, and are passionate about sharing the love of
the dance with others. Annmarie has placed top 3 on the NASDE J&J
Tour more than once and is known for her creative dance style. Jason
is known for his smooth precision and took 4th place at the 2007 US
Open. Together they form a dynamic partnership on the dance floor
and offer a true balance of technical and creative instruction for
leaders and followers of all levels.
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Arjay
Centeno (NJ)
Arjay is from California and currently resides in North
Arlington, New Jersey. He began his love of dance in high school
with hip hop, and after spending a few years in the Ballroom/Latin
circuit, had great success in west coast swing with his then dance
partner Melissa Rutz. He is still one of the fastest male dancers to
climb the ranks to the champions division. Currently Arjay
specializes in west coast swing;
performing, teaching and judging around the world. |
| Deborah Székely (TX) is a member of the Dallas D.A.N.C.E. Hall of Fame and a five-time US Open Swing Dance Champion with over 25 years of performance and teaching experience. Deborah brings a phenomenal style and presence to social and competitive west coast swing. Her natural creative talents and years of technical training in ballet, jazz, tap, and swing dancing make her a remarkable instructor. Both in private and classroom environment, she is an effective, brilliant instructor. Continually, she places at or near the tops of invitational jack and jill and strictly swing categories. Deborah travels about 40 weekends each year sharing her knowledge of dance. |
Sean
McKeever & Courtney Adair
(CA)
As Sean McKeever and Courtney Adair are one of the most exciting new
partnerships in West Coast Swing. Since the beginning of theirrelationship, (in dance and in love) three years ago they have taught throughout the United States, Europe and Canada. Known for their love of social dancing, enthusiastic workshops and entertaining performances, they continue to inspire wherever they go. Successes include nominations for the California Swing Dance Hall of Fame, top placements in the NASDE Jack and Jill tour and consistent top 5 finishes in the NASDE Classic division. They are excited to be back at Swing Fling! |
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Brent
& Kellese Key (FL) Together they are three time US Open Classic
Division Champions, four time Americas’ Classic Champions, and
Dallas Dance Classic and Showcase winners. Brent is the first male
dancer to win the shag division at the US Open, and Kellese is the
first female dancer to win in both the classic and showcase
categories. She holds three US Open Showcase Division Titles. Brent
and Kellese are living legends of swing. Currently residing in
Sarasota, Florida, they love teaching all over as they travel all
over the world sharing their love of dance. They are a couple that
generates great anticipation and excitement whenever they set foot
on the floor. |
Greg
Scott & Lemery Rollins
(MD) have over 20 years dancing experience combined. Greg started
in American Ballroom but competed in country winning many titles.
He also has a background in ballet, jazz and hip hop. Lemery
started in International 10 Dance (both Ballroom and Latin) and won
many titles including: 3rd in the world pro/am 10 dance, 5Th in the
world and 3rd in the USA pro/am Latin. She is also skilled in
American Ballroom, Salsa, and Argentine Tango. Greg and Lemery
are currently focusing on West Coast Swing, Greg winning many
All-Star J&J and Strictlys. Together they have solidified their
place within the top 5 couples in Showcase Division this year and
are both currently at the top of the NASDE tour. They are a
unique couple who are excited to be dancing their third routine
together. They are nurturing instructors who believe that a
strong foundation leads to a higher obtainable level and look
forward to sharing their love of dance with you. |
Erik
& Anna Novoa
(CT) are one of the only
couples to have both a competitive west coast swing and a hustle
routine in the circuit. Erik is a nationally ranked competitive
dancer in both hustle and west coast swing who has titles competing
in both. He has over 10 years competing in west coast swing and
hustle, and has excelled in strictly swing and jack and jill
competitions at numerous national events. His extensive ballet,
jazz, and tap training are evident in his highly intricate routines
and expert teaching style. Anna has trained in both classical and
modern styles of ballroom and latin dance. She combines the
discipline of ballet with the creativity of partner dancing, and is
known for her spins, turns & technique. The pair resides in southern
Connecticut and are sought and remembered for their impeccable
technique and professional teaching methods. |
Tybalt
& Hazel Ulrich (NJ) have over 30 years
combined dance experience. From their home in Houston they travel
across the country teaching, competing, performing and judging both
hustle and west swing competitions. As competitors, Tybalt and Hazel
are previous MADjam Swing & Hustle champions, 2-time World Hustle
Champions, and often place high in invitational jack and jills for
both hustle and west coast swing. As performers, they are known for
bringing power and subtlety to their dances. In teaching, the couple
puts an emphasis on partner connection and bringing joy and
confidence to your dancing whether through basic or advanced
patterns, together they help students understand the fundamentals to
add groove and flow to your dancing. |
Kelvin
Roche & Lori Ann Greenhouse
(NY)hold 6 World Hustle Championship titles together. From Farmingville,
New York, the couple travel internationally teaching, performing and
choreographing both in theatrical and partner dances. They have won
awards as competitors and teachers, for the MADjam Showcase
Division, and NY Hustle Pro Theatre Arts. Their choreography across
numerous dance styles never fails to bring down the house.
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Danny
McGee & Ginny Carey
(PA) have been
dancing together 12 years. In that time, they have acquired
numerous awards. Most notably, Daniel and Ginny are the current
World Hustle Champions, a title they have held for two years. In
addition to their joint accomplishments, Daniel is the founder and
co-owner of Top Hat Dance Studios of Philadelphia and Lancaster,
PA. Daniel is currently serving his second term as president of the
IHDA, the organization in which he has served on the board since
2003. Adding to Daniel’s performing and choreographic credits,
Daniel also holds an Associate Standard and Licentiate Theatre Arts
certification with ISTD as well as an Associate Hustle certification
with IHDA/DVIDA. Hailing from Lancaster, PA, Ginny has been trained
and tested in the Checcetti style of ballet since the age of 2.
Ginny has studied extensively with the Lancaster School of Ballet,
Ukraine’s Donetsk Ballet and the Ballet Theatre of Lancaster. Upon
moving to Philadelphia, Ginny continued her training at the
University of the Arts with teachers from the Joffery Ballet
Company, Koresh Dance Company, and Philadanco. Ginny also holds a
Licentiate Theatre Arts certification with the ISTD and an Associate
Hustle certification with IHDA/DVIDA. Together Daniel and Ginny
have developed a solid, recognizable dance partnership that is known
for its lyrical and dynamic attributes. |
Jameson Kilburn &
Christy Kam
as a relatively new partnership have exploded onto the competitive partner dance
scene in a huge way. In the past year they have consistently placed in the top three at all of
the major events that they have attended and are an exciting
addition to the competitive dance floor. Together, they bring a
unique flavor to partner dancing, drawing from their dance training
and experience in Hustle, Ballroom, Latin, Ballet and Theater
dancing. Jameson is co-owner of Top Hat Dance Studio of
Philadelphia and Lancaster where he can be found teaching group
classes and private lessons in many styles of dance. Jameson is
also proud to be a certified member of the US Imperial Society of
Teachers of Dancing (USISTD) and has been an active board member of
the International Hustle Dance Association (IHDA) for the past 6
years. Christy started as a ballerina trained under the Royal
Academy of Dance and found partner dancing in 2000 when she moved to
Philadelphia to study at U Penn, eventually winning the US
Championship title for American Rhythm in 2006 and 2007 and for 9
dance in American Rhythm and American Smooth in 2007 at the USA
Dance Nationals. |
Gary
Jobst (AR) began dancing in 1989 in the country
western scene. He competed in many UCWDC World Champion Division 1
competitions, and holds two US Open titles. He is the chief judge at
many swing events throughout the country. He currently enjoys
teaching, judging and performing all over the United States and
Europe. |
Bill
Cameron
(CT) holds both US Open,
and American Swing Dance Championship titles. Currently, he is a
NASDE event director, and 10 year member of the World Swing Dance
Council. He has been teaching west coast swing since 1997 and is
known for his easy-going and relaxed teaching style. Yuna Davtyan
has been dancing west coast swing since 2002. Since then, she has
worked her way from newcomer through advanced to her current status
consistently placing as an all-star. She has been teaching for the
last five years continuing to develop an intuitive eye and refining
her technique. Their styles together make for workshops and private
lessons that get results, as they are caring and committed to their
students. |
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Douglas
Rousar (OH) works full-time as a dance instructor, event
director, chief judge, coordinator, and competitor. He has been
involved in various forms of music and performance arts since early
childhood. Once discovering west coast swing in 2001, was quick to
fall in love with the dance. Doug has competed successfully in
sophisticated swing divisions, and remains a repeating finalist in
many jack and jill and strictly champions and all-star divisions.
Although Doug feels technique is the single most important aspect to
becoming a great social dancer; he builds his teaching philosophy
and approaches life and his students with the motto: If it’s not FUN
it’s not worth it! |
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Robin
Smith (NC) has been dancing, teaching, and competing in dance for
over 25 years. For the past 12 years, he has focused exclusively on
west coast swing, studying with only the best in the business. With
a diverse professional background in music, dance and martial arts,
he has a unique understanding of body movement and has a knack for
conveying that understanding to his students. He has won multiple
top-teacher awards and loves sharing his vast knowledge and passion
for west coast swing. |
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Anthony
DeRosa (NY)
has been dancing competitively since the age of 6. He
has trained in multiple partner dances and competed successfully on
the west coast swing circuit for over 17 years. He has been a
successful freelance instructor for over 15 years, and with his wife
Rebecca, is dedicated to teaching and sharing west coast swing to
the New York Tri-State area as well as several events across the
United States. Anthony has a deep appreciation for music, and as a
DJ, he aims to keep the dancing alive. |
Tim
Johnson (MI) has been DJing professionally for over 13 years. Locally
in Flint Michigan, he both teaches and DJs a variety of dances year
round. He has years of study in music, science, physics, electronics
and computers. Travelling to many dance weekend events he has had
the pleasure of using his talents, and working with some of the best
in the business. Tim considers a great DJ to be more than a
collection of equipment, but an artist, entertainer, and technician.
He provides a great mix of music to entertain an entire audience. |
Erica
Lyons
(CA)
has been into the West Coast Swing scene for almost 12 years,
currently dancing at the All Star level. About five years ago, she
delved into the world of DJing to explore another aspect of her love
of the dance. Since then, Erica has DJed a large variety of dance
events and weekly dances from coast to coast. She enjoys keeping
people on the dance floor, and can't wait to keep the ballroom
rocking all night long!" |
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