Teachers

Marianna Seney

Marianna  is the owner of Simply Dance Studio and is certified by the U.S. Terpsichore Association. Marianna trained with:

• Rick Pride, former U.S Salsa Champion and former U.S. Hustle Champion;
• Jaana and James Kunitz, U.S. Latin Dance Finalists;
• Julia Gorchikova & Bob Powers, who hold the record for the most United States Dance Championships won by a dance partnership;
• Tony Ridpath and Michael Meade, four time undefeated U.S.
  ballroom championship.

Marianna’s goal is to share her dance knowledge so our community can come together and enjoy ballroom dancing.

Christina Rosman

Chris began dancing at Gonzaga University in 1986 and was president of the Social Dance Club there. She opened Avalon Dance Studio and created an active USABDA chapter in Spokane, Spokane Swing Dance Club, and other dance studios. Christina is a widely recognized, high power dance instructor in this community. Some of her students have become instructors or competitors. Christina is Certified and recognized by The U.S. Terpsichore Association.

Bob Gregory

Bob specializes in Smooths, Rhythms, and Latins. Private lessons for beginner, intermediate, and advanced. International and American styles. Choreography for showcases and weddings. Fifty years experience.

Greg Wold

Greg has taught and coached social and competition dancers since 1974. He has been trained by numerous US and World Champions. If you are competition oriented or just want to have fun socially, Greg has the right program for you!

Janaira Johnson Borelli

Janaira has spent most of her adult life dancing and definitely plans on continuing to do so. In the course of her career, many of her students have placed highly in competition. She specializes in introductory Ballroom and Latin dance instruction, focusing on correct basics.

Emily Ogden

Emily is one of our best teachers when it comes to helping new students learn how to salsa. If you've never danced before and want to learn the most popular club dance in the world, Emily is the teacher for you! She'll integrate you in slowly and make your experience comfortable and fun!

Brooke Siglin

Brook has been a certified Nia teacher since 2001. Nia is neuromuscular integrative action, the many benefits of Nia include, but are not limited to cardiovascular conditioning, muscle strengthening, and increased flexibility.

Connie Fry

Un-stress your body at simply dance with Connie's Breath Work and Yoga classes.