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info@barryconnick.com

530-268-0781

I first became interested in dancing as a teenager, learning the ballroom styles wherever and whenever I could; often dancing with my sister who was teaching lessons at a local studio. As I became a young adult, I was able to start lessons through the local school programs. By the time I turned 21 I began teaching American Smooth Ballroom basics with Arthur Murray Studios in San Francisco. After appearing in a stage production, a professional choreographer asked me to train to dance professionally; I chose marriage instead and decided the stage was not in my future.

I have been teaching for the LOP Sliders Social Dance Club since June of 2008, teaching the combined styles of ballroom and country along with Latin Rhythm, with emphasis on "social dancing" as opposed to competition ballroom style. I am currently a "Dance Host" at two local dance venues in Auburn and Grass Valley, CA

My goal is to encourage the student to become comfortable with dancing at clubs, lounges, weddings, etc. In other words, "social dancing".