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Seattle Instructors

Lia Brown

Lia Brown

Seattle

Lia has training in many dances including west and east coast swing, charleston, lindy hop, and blues. And is the winner of the 2018 Rising Star Tour.

Kate Garboden

Kate Garboden

Seattle, North Seattle, Bellevue

I love deep diving into the technical and mechanical aspects of this dance. I believe having a strong foundation can open the door for better communication and artistic expression.

Tandy Lucas

Tandy Lucas

Seattle, North Seattle

I care most of all about my students, their experiences and their needs whatever those are that they have brought to me. Sharing my passion of dance through teaching others and helping grow their confidence in themselves is one of my biggest joys!

Wren Newman

Wren Newman

Seattle, North Seattle, Bellevue

Wren's extensive training began early with a childhood of competitive gymnastics. After gymnastics she devoted herself to various forms of dance before falling in love with West Coast Swing.

Rebecca Savoca

Rebecca Savoca

Seattle, Bellevue, South Seattle

Described as wise and powerful, Rebecca has been in the Seattle WCS world since since 2008. A seasoned teacher, she loves to help dancers with their technical skills while still finding the fun.

Lan VoBa

Lan VoBa

Seattle, North Seattle

Lan VoBa is a west coast swing dancer based in the Pacific Northwest. She has been doing WCS for more than eight years and loves the artistic expression and partnership that this dance offers.

Marie-Pascale Cote

Marie-Pascale Cote

Seattle, North Seattle

Marie has been dancing for over 15 years, is an All-Star level dancer, and loves to explore artistry of the dance.

Red Hayes

Red Hayes

Seattle, South Seattle

With Red's strong Ballroom background and love for social dancing, he balances technique and creativity.

Jim Minty

Jim Minty

North Seattle

Currently known as a Chief/Head Judge on the circuit, Jim is also an accomplished Showcase division routine competitor and tree thrower at events like The Highland Games.

Kalinda Pride

Kalinda Pride

Seattle, Bellevue, South Seattle

I've been dancing West Coast Swing for a decade, and teaching it since 2024.

I'm an Intermediate-level leader AND Intermediate-level follower.

Katie Schneider

Katie Schneider

Seattle, Bellevue, South Seattle

Accomplished dancer, teacher, judge, and performer. Katie Schneider competed in the Showcase division with Jim Minty and currently teaches West Coast Swing to new dancers at Century Ballroom.

Anna Wallace

Anna Wallace

Seattle, North Seattle, Bellevue

I am a dance instructor and dance/movement therapist intern who believes in the transformational power of all movement and the wisdom of our bodies.

Robert Crocker

Robert Crocker

Seattle, North Seattle, Bellevue

Dancing West Coast Swing since 2016, Robert's claim to WCS fame is his Blues and musical knowledge.

Sam Lingane

Sam Lingane

Seattle, North Seattle, Bellevue

Sam is an accomplished Advanced level dancer as well as an accomplished WCS teacher in Seattle. She is also known as DJ Latte and has been DJing since 2018, shortly after she started dancing West Coast Swing.

Rassamy Mone

Rassamy Mone

Seattle, Bellevue, South Seattle

Rassamy (rahd-sah-mee) is a West Coast Swing instructor, community organizer, and leadership development professional dedicated to creating inclusive, welcoming dance spaces.

Sean Rice

Sean Rice

Seattle, North Seattle, Bellevue

I fell in love with West Coast Swing in 2018, coming in with next to zero dance experience. As an advanced leader and an intermediate follow, I bring a well-rounded perspective to my teaching, helping dancers develop strong technique, musicality, and connection.

Miles Van de Wetering

Miles Van de Wetering

Seattle, North Seattle, Bellevue

I'm a local advanced dancer and instructor here in Seattle. I enjoy working with both leads and follows.

Stephen White

Stephen White

Seattle, North Seattle

I’m Stephen. I’m not a fan of the traditional bio. Always seemed a little odd to me, writing things about myself.

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