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Simply Dance Studio Teachers

	Marianna di Lorenzo 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 and Bob Powers, who hold the record for most U.S. Dance Championships won by a dance partnership; - Tony Ridpath and Michael Meade, four-time undefeated U.S. Ballroom Champions, and many more. 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 school’s Social Dance Club. She later opened Avalon Dance Studio and created an active USABDA chapter in Spokane, SpokaneSwing Dance Club, and other dance groups. Chris is a widely-recognized, high-power dance instructor in this community. Chris is certified and recognized by the U.S. Terpsichore Association.
	Bob Gregory Mr. Gregory has over fifty years’ experience teaching dance in the Spokane area. He specializes in Smooth, Rhythms and Latins. He offers private lessons for beginner, intermediate and advanced dancers in both International and American Styles. He can choreograph for showcases and weddings.
	Greg Wold Greg’s been trained by numerous U.S. and World Champions. He’s taught and coached social and competition dancers since 1974. Whether you’re competition-oriented or just want to have fun dancing socially, Greg can create a dance program that is right you.
	Janaira Johnson Janaira has spent most of her adult life dancing and doesn’t plan on stopping anytime soon. She specializes in introductory Ballroom and Latin dance instruction, focusing on correct basics. Many of her students have placed highly in competition.

	Catherine Goss Catherine is a green-belt certified Nia instructor. Here’s what she has to say about Nia: “ Nia is an exhilarating movement and lifestyle program. It is a cardio workout that combines martial arts , dance, and healing arts, including yoga, and offers a fun pathway to health and wellbeing, regardless of age, dance experience, or physical condition. Nia is about the Joy of movement, and paying attention to the body's way of moving towards health and pleasure. Nia is also.....FUN!!” Learn more about Nia at www.nianow.com.