Adult dance class Instructors

Elizabeth was raised in Seattle and moved to Bend in 2018. She’s been dancing since middle school: Irish, Ballet, Jazz, Tap, and now West Coast Swing. She loves spending time outdoors with her dogs and bringing her passion for dance to Central Oregon! Elizabeth and James travel to WCS conventions to grow as dancers and expand the community. She's excited to teach dancers of all skill levels how to grow in technique and in their own personal style.

Born and raised in Bend OR, James was always interested in dance from a young age. Most recently started learning country swing and quickly discovered West coast. He currently competes at events with his partner and wife Elizabeth, and loves attending and hosting workshops to expand his knowledge of this dance. He also DJs regularly for social events.

Olivia started partner dancing in 2005 when she took her first Ballroom class at Chico State, followed by Lindy Hop and Blues. She fell in love with WCS in 2007.  Over the next 5 years Olivia danced and attended events as much as she could and started teaching WCS.  She competed her way up to the All-Star division.  In 2010, Olivia partnered with Ben McHenry and debuted a Classic routine at the US Open.

Olivia’s favorite things about WCS are using movement to express musicality and being able to create a new dance with each new partner.

Valerie comes to us with over 30 years of experience in the ballroom dance world. With several competition wins under her belt, she is sure not to disappoint! Valerie teaches the Foxtrot, American Tango, Waltz and Rumba. She can be reached at valdances@hotmail.com.