With an extensive background in athletic training and strength coaching, Aris sees West Coast Swing through the lens of human movement as a whole. As a teacher, his goal is to make the best information for each student easily accessible for them. Aris strives to adjust both to each student’s individual learning style, and their current understanding of the dance. As a dancer, Aris is purposeful, adaptable, and heavily focused on physical connection to communicate. More at: https://floortimewcs.blogspot.com/

Gabi started dancing in college after watching Silver Linings Playbook and realizing his only chance to impress Jennifer Lawrence was to learn how to dance. He did not end up with Jennifer Lawrence but did embark on a highly successful endeavor into West Coast Swing. Gabi currently dances at the All Star competitive level and specializes in teaching musicality and advanced connection. You can catch Gabi teaching and dancing at any of the weekly Denver West Coast Swing social dances.

Jonathan started his WCS journey 12 1/2 years ago after spending several decades performing professionally on stage in plays, musicals, and doing long form comedic improv. Jonathan competes in the All-star division on the national WSC circuit and he's known for his white shoes, fancy footwork, and looking like the Temu version of Kyle Redd. 

It's taken him over a decade to both master and learn how to teach the science based techniques, skills, and drills to create the "illusion of always" being able to do WCS. If you're ready to take your dancing to the next level, give me... I mean him... a call today. Note: He's only available during the day when his 3 kiddos are in school (before 3pm) or when they're in bed (after 9pm).

Movement has been a part of Michael’s life for more than two decades. From World Champion Martial Arts and Elite Acrobatic Gymnastics coaching to Breakdancing, Hip-Hop, Popping, and West Coast Swing, his journey has been built around one thing: understanding how the body moves and how movement can tell a story. After 10 years of dancing West Coast Swing and 8 years of teaching, Michael has found his passion in helping dancers understand their movement rather than simply memorizing patterns. His lessons are welcoming, personalized, and focused on helping each dancer build confidence, musicality, connection, and their own unique style. Whether you’re taking your first steps or preparing to compete, Michael’s goal is simple: help you understand your dance, trust your movement, and enjoy the process of becoming a better dancer.

Terra has been dancing and competing in West Coast Swing and Country for over 11 years. Her teaching career began with Country Partner Dancing and Line Dancing, then quickly became involved in West Coast Swing. She competes as an all-star on the WSDC circuit and has won numerous awards. Her passion and enthusiasm for teaching is contagious and loved by her students. Her friendly and outgoing personality makes learning from her fun and exciting! She is also the founder and instructor for the Dancing With Friends adaptive dance program and is making a huge impact helping dancers with disabilities.

Derek Newman has been dancing for over 20 years and teaching at the Mercury Cafe for 10 years. He began his dancing career in East Coast Swing and Lindy Hop, but has spent the past decade focused on West Coast Swing. He has competed across the country in West Coast Swing routine divisions and enjoys traveling to national dance events.