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.
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.