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Our Staff
Yvonne Benavidez-Wayne
Yvonne has been dancing for 20 years, and teaching for 17. She has an extensive background in Ballroom, Country, Swing, Latin and even line dancing.
She has many competitive titles to her name, including:
  • 1993 UCWDC World Champion Division I CW Dance
  • 1996 TNN Invitational Champion
  • numerous national and local dance championships
Her unique foundation style of teaching is now coaching students onto championships of their own.
 
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                       Testimonial: ~~ Caitlin Lawson
 
"With Yvonne’s upbeat style, awesome moves, and great tips, she makes dancing exciting and entertaining. Her love for the dance radiates from her and hooks you almost immediately. Just watching her dance is a joy, and dancing with her is a life-changing experience!"
 
E-Mail Yvonne for more details or to schedule a lesson.
Nick Jay
Nick has been dancing for a total of 15 years and has been teaching for 4 years. Although he is a professional West Coast Swing dancer, he also has a very large background in Country.
A few of his dance accomplishments include:
  • 4th place in the U.S. Open non pro division.
  • 1st and 2nd place in the North Bay R.E.S.D.C. Invitational
                        Yes! at the same time!
 
And his most prized accomplishment:
His first ever 1st place trophy in a national competition taken away for being too young!!
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            Testimonial: ~~ Caitlin Lawson
 
"Nick Jay is definitely in my list of top 5 favorite dancers. His smooth style, fun moves, and love for the dance make him an amazing teacher and partner"
 
Call or E-Mail Nick Jay for more information or to schedule a lesson: dancmas@aol.com or 707.326.0284
Jason Wayne
Jason has been dancing for 19 years and has been instructing for 11.  He began dancing in 1990 during the country craze. He focused primarily on Country until he discovered his undoubted passion in West Coast Swing, which has been his life ever since. He is partner to Yvonne Benavidez-Wayne and is currently a Champion Level West Coast Swing Competitor on the Nationwide Circuit. He is available for workshops, private lessons and coaching. In addition to teaching adults he also loves teaching kids and is currently teaching PE curriculum programs for schools around the San Francisco Bay area.
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                      Testimonial ~~ Laura Bourret
"Jason Wayne is one of the most talented Dancers to emerge in Swing in the last decade. Jason has a smooth, confident, sultry and expressive presence that captivates audiences’ nation wide. Jason's talent as a dance instructor is legendary. I highly recommend him. Jason is professional, patient, and kind. Jason provides a safe place to explore your sense of self & expand your confidence thru dance."
E-Mail Jason Wayne for more information or to schedule a lesson.
 
 
Scooter - The Wonder Dog

Scooter is a purebred long-haired daschund. He performed in the Stars Ballroom Showcases and other talent venues around the USA.

                                He is the:
 
2006 Fresno Dance Classic "Gong Show" Champion and the 2007 runner up.

He has performed for crowds of up to 600 people.

He is also a model and was nominated for the 2007 cover of the book "World's Cutest Pets"

Scooter hangs out at dance parties....his favorite place is by the snack table.
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