| Westbrook Dance Academy, LLC 110 B Boston Post Rd Westbrook, CT 06498 |
| Westbrook Dance Academy, LLC |
| Westbrook Dance Academy Faculty |
| Julie Reed-Russo (Owner, Director, Teacher, Choreographer) Julie Reed-Russo has been dancing since the age of three and teaching for the past twelve years. She has trained with Sandee Juliano, Sharon DiCrosta, Frank Hatchett, Bob Rizzo, Savion Glover, Germaine Salsberg, Janice Barringer, Bryan Lewis and Jay Fagan just to name a few. She has performed regionally and across the country for fundraisers, commercials, industrials, and competitions. She has done performances in Las Vegas, New York and Epcot Center in Walt Disney World. She has been involved with many organizations such as Relay For Life, Muscular Dystrophy, Toys For Tots, and Breast Cancer Awareness. Julie has held several dance titles including National Miss Dance Educators Of America 2001. She is a Qualified Member of Dance Educators Of America, Inc. and National Association Of Dance And The Affiliated Arts and is certified by examination (level I and II) in the Dance Educators Of America Teacher Training and Certification Programs. She has taught for NADAA and many schools around Connecticut and Massachusetts. Julie has also judged for dance competitions. Her students have performed all over the country in ballets,competitions, musicals, industrials and benefits and have won many overall awards, titles, pageants and scholarships. |
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| Deb Cook (Zumba Instructor) Hi, I'm Deb Cook and I love being a Zumba instructor! There is nothing better than seeing your class leave with a big smile! I am licensed to teach Zumba Basics 1 & certified AFAA Group fitness instructor and have current CPR/AED and First Aid Hi, I'm Deb Cook and I love being a Zumba instructor! There is nothing better than training through the American Red Cross. I also have my own personal, group seeing your class leave with a big smile! I am licensed to teach Zumba Basics 1 & 2, Zumbatomic (kids) Zumba Gold, Zumba toning and Aqua Zumba. I am a certified AFAA Group fitness instructor and have current CPR/AED and First Aid training through the American Red Cross. I also have my own personal, group fitness insurance coverage. Zumba is exercise in disguise- each class feels more like a party than a workout so come join me for an exciting, fun & effective class! No dance experience is necessary, the steps are simple and easy to learn so just follow my lead, but most of all, have fun!! What are you waiting for?!?!- Ditch the workout, join the party!!!!See you in class! |
| Sharyn Farrell (Ballroom Instructor) Sharyn Farrell, of Clinton, Connecticut, has been teaching Ballroom and Swing Dance for over 12 years. She received formal ballroom training at the studios of Steps in Time, Gotta Dance, Let's Dance in Rhythm, and with an array of top Master Instructors. She has also performed throughout New England. Ms. Farrell has trained extensively in the foundations of dance by taking classes ballet, tap, jazz, modern dance, and more. Ballroom and swing dance are now her teaching specialty where she inspires fun and the building of strong relationships through the unique dynamics of partner dance. Her approach is personalized, clear, and fun.. |
| Danielle Aspinall (Hip Hop Instructor) Danielle has been dancing since the age of two. She has trained with Frank Hatchett, Sheila Barker, and John Burris. She has continued to take classes at Broadway Dance Center, Steps, and has attended many dance conventions. She has done performances for the Boston Celtics, Norwich Navigators, Seusical The Musical, Beauty And The Beast, talent shows, dance competitions, recitals, and has been an extra in a few movies. Danielle has also taught for the Westbrook Park And Recreation Department. During her competition career, Danielle was nominated for the Dance Spirit Award and has won many scholarships and has placed in many dance titles. |