Hi! I’m Shelly! I’m the owner of Seattle Line Dance, I’ve been line dancing since 2019, and teaching since 2022!

I have an extensive background in jazz, ballet, and gymnastics. I’ve danced and cheered at the collegiate level, for NABL and IFL Teams, and Cheer Seattle.

I’m so excited to dance with you!

Dance is my passion, and I have danced my entire life - jazz, hip-hop, African, lyrical, ballet, Broadway jazz, tap, and country!

I started line dancing and partner dancing in college in Gainesville, FL (where I was also a country music DJ), and I have taught line dance for 2 1/2 years.

In addition to dance, I have a background in gymnastics and cheerleading. All of these sports have given me a solid understanding of movement and technique, as well as performance.

I have thoroughly enjoyed my journey so far as an instructor. One of my favorite things is having a student come to class who nervously says they’re not a dancer, spending a magical hour in class with them, watching them learn and dance a whole new dance, and then telling them, “You, indeed, are a dancer,” and seeing their smile.

I also love to teach long-time dancers new dances and have a blast together in the studio!

I am stoked to join Seattle Line Dance and share the fun with the community here!

So whether you have a ton of line dancing experience already, or your dance resumé is super long with other dance genres but not yet line dance, or if you have never tried even one dance step… I am here for you, to teach you all the things while having a great time!! 🎉

I’ve been line dancing since 2016 and fell in love with both the rythym and the community that comes with it. I thrive on the challenge of learning new dances - and trying to remember them all!

I’m excited to grow in my teaching journey and join in on the support of the amazing line dance community and fellow instructors.

As I dive deeper into line dance competitions, my goal it to create a safe, supportive space for comp prep-because feeling confident and comfortable is a huge part of success.

I have a background in competitive cheerleading and understand the importance of solid technique, performance mindset, and team energy.

I especially love intermediate to advanced dances, so come join me on the floor for good moves and even better vibes!