Bios

Matt & Crystal Auclair
(St. Louis, MO)
January 18-19, 2008

Robert Cordoba &
Deborah Szekely
February 8-9, 2008

Robert Cordoba & Deborah Szekely
Robert and Deborah Have been together for 9 years. In that time, they have won the US Open 2x (Robert has 5 total) Grand National Champions 4 years in a row, NASDE Champions 4 years in a row. Taught Bridget Fonda and Danny Elfman There wedding Dance and have managed to Bring West Coast Swing to Canada. England, Scotland, Holland, New Zealand, Mexico and soon Australia. Their classes are informative as well as fun. Deborah is trained In Ballet , Tap and Jazz and has been on Broadway as well as the Original "Star Search". Robert is a trained Latin Dancer as was on The original "Dance Fever".. Check out their website www.Robertdeborah.com

Tim Auclair
(St. Louis, MO)
March 7-8, 2008

Local St. Louisan, Tim Auclair has taken the swing dance world by storm by becoming the youngest ever to be inducted into the Dallas Dance Hall of Fame, winning awards like "Dancer of the Year" and the "Audience Choice Award." Tim is also a two-time U.S. Open Champion, three-time Virginia State Open Champion, six-time Dallas Dance Champion, and a Feather award winner. Tim has a style that includes speed, intensity, precision and COOL smoothness, which makes his dancing look EFFORTLESS!
tna0610@sbcglobal.net

John Lindo
(New Jersey)
April 25-26, 2008

John Lindo has won Championships at the US OPEN, the USA Grand Nationals, NADC, and Phoenix.  He was named "Entertainer of the Year" at the 2001 USA Grand Nationals.  He is also the Director of the Liberty Swing Dance Championships in New Jersey in June.

www.johnlindo.com   jlindo@att.com  http://www.libertyswing.com

Parker Dearborn & Jessica Cox
Parker Dearborn is from San Diego, CA and Jessica Cox is from Orange County, CA. They are one of the nation's top competitive couples in West Coast Swing. Parker and Jessica are known for their innovative, smooth and funky style. Having danced as juniors, they have matured together on the dance floor. As a couple they travel the world teaching, coaching, judging, and competing. Parker and Jessica are recognized and respected Instructors/Choreographers on the cutting edge of swing. Above all else their wish is to communicate the excitement and passion they share for the dance.

They call him "Swing Daddy".  The term is a gesture of respect as well as a sign of fondness.  With his many Championship titles, his nationally popular workshops and his superlative skills in choreographing routines for himself and hundreds of dancers across the country, Mario Robau is truly one of the great talents of the Swing dance world.

Saturday Workshops
10:00am Footwork Variations
11:00am Hot Dog Patterns
12:00pm Hip Catches

Jason Barnes & Erica Berg (CANCELLED!)
Jason & Erica Berg began their dance partnership together in 2003. They currently compete on the National Swing Dance Circuit in the Classic Swing division and are beginning their 4th year together. In 2005 and 2006, they finished 5th on the NASDE tour and have shared numerous titles together, including 2004 U.S. Open Swing Dance champions in the Teams division with the Midwest Rebels Swing Dance team. They are also 3-time finalists in the Classic Division at the U.S. Open, most recently placing 6th at the 2006 U.S Open.

Angel Figueroa
August 1-2, 2008

Angel Figueroa and his lovely wife, Debbie, have been competing on the west coast swing circuit together since 1999. They have many first places spanning from 2000-2004 in both the Showcase and Classic Divisions at NASDE events including the USA Grand Nationals, NADC, Swingtime in the Rockies, Swing Fling, Dallas Dance, and Boogie By The Bay. They have both won many Jack and Jill competitions including the Phoenix Champion of Champions. They also have many Strictly Swing titles at national competitions to their credit. In 2005, Angel and Debbie competed in the Classic division and continued to place in the top 5 even though Debbie was pregnant with their first child! Antonio was born on Dec. 17, 2005 and is bringing so much joy to their lives! Currently, Angel and Debbie live and teach in Austin, Texas, and continue to teach, judge, perform and compete at events all over the world.
View Angel & Debbie's video clip: http://www.debbieandangel.com/clips.html

Michael Kielbasa & Jennifer Deluca Michael and Jennifer have been competing together for over a year on the National West Coast Swing Circuit. Their background in dance consists of Ballroom, Latin, Swing, Jazz, Hip Hop and Ballet. They have meshed both of their unique swing styles to create a look of their own. In 2006 they each finished in fourth place on the NASDE Tour. Also, they won third place in the Pro Classic Division in their first US Open together. This couple's energy and excitement can also be seen in their teaching throughout the country. Jennifer and Michael will continue to strive for excellence for many years to come.