Place of Birth: Aurora, Colorado
Favorite Music: I have a wide assortment in my library. Music that inspires me and captures a memory is what makes my playlist.
Favorite Dance: East Coast Swing is my go-to style.
Competition Style: American Smooth and Rhythm
What Teaching Means to Me: I remember very clearly what it was like at my first dance lesson. Nervous, vulnerable, and tempted to not get out of my car and walk into the studio. I use that empathetic position to help create a fun and inviting experience. Together we will set goals and celebrate as you achieve what you once thought to be out of reach.
What Do I Want for Your Dance Journey: Joy, friendships, community, improved health and to enjoy the moments. However, we all have tough days. When you get discouraged, you do not want to take the easy way out and give up.
One Thing Most People Do Not Know About Me: I can lose a weekend binge watching all types of shows and movies.
Biography: Born and raised in Aurora, Colorado. I enjoy being active. That can be in a variety of forms. Football, volleyball and baseball are the sports I have played most of my life. It was while coaching my kids that I began to develop a passion for soccer. I also enjoy traveling to new places. Especially a quiet little town near the ocean. During the Summer, I spend a fair amount of time on a paddleboard in a resevoir somewhere around town, relaxing on my back patio enjoying something tasty from the barbeque and a playlist or a podcast.
As far as my dancing is concerned, it has been an investment in me. Dance lessons gave me a new level of confidence. Which led to doing a variety of routines in each local Showcase and several entries in Regional competitions. With the support of my instructors, we achieved a high level of success and recognition at the Fred Astaire National competitions. Dancing has sparked something so special in me that I have become a studio owner. I hope I can assist students experience their own version of that spark to get more out of life. Ready to see where dancing takes you? Get scheduled today!
