Dan Rutherford

Studio Coach & Director / Owner

Dan studied jazz dance extensively from the age of five through his late teens.

At that time he began a career in ballroom and Latin dance. Dan has produced numerous champions throughout his career as a teacher and coach.

Dan has also danced on stage with numerous celebrities as a back up, chorus line and principal dancer in many productions. Dan is one of the top professionals in the United States.

Lindsey Rutherford

Studio Manager/In-House Coach

What I Love most about teaching? Being able to help my students improve the quality of their lives. Rather through weight loss, reconnecting with the significant other, meeting new friends, or just giving them a chance to relax and laugh.

Who I admire the most and why? I admire my parents and grandparents for always showing me love and support!

One thing most people don't know about me: I love animals and one day want to operate a dog and large animal rescue.

Hobbies: – I love being outdoors. I like to ride my ATV and camp, and always have my pups with me. I also enjoy watching our Indianapolis Colts!

One of the coolest things I've done: – The coolest thing ever was performing on the main stage with Dancing with the Stars for Disney's Christmas Day Parade on national TV.

More Facts: I have been dancing since I was 3 years old, competing in my first competition with my father at the Ohio Star Ball at the age of 4.

I began teaching in 2003 and I love it. I teach social and competitive dances and enjoy both equally. My goal is to enrich and touch everyone's life that I teach by sharing the great benefits that dancing brings!

In my own dancing, I have competed and performed all across the United States with my partner Jonah Schneider in the Professional American Rhythm Division.

We won numerous events and finished in the final 6 in many top events such as World Rising Star American Rhythm Championships, United States Rising Star American Rhythm Championships and The Fred Astaire National Championships to name a few.

One thing most people do not know about me is … I am an only child and was adopted at 2 weeks old!!!

Nicole Carroll

Regional Dance Director/In-House Coach

Nicole has been teaching ballroom and Latin dancing for the past thirteen years. Prior to dancing Nicole was a gymnast.

She has been awarded with numerous top teacher awards throughout the United States. Nicole is a United States finalist.

Nicole has certifications with the National Dance Council of America, North American Dance Teachers Association, and Dance Vision International Dance Association.

Jonah Schneider

Dance Instructor

Favorite Dance: I love all dances since I can express and emote differently with each dance and style. But If I had to it would be Bolero, Viennese Waltz and the Cha Cha!

Favorite Music: I love all music but it mainly depends on the weather and the mood I'm in

Teaching Style: my students and I compete Professional/Amateur, in all 4 styles: American Rhythm and Smooth / Latin and Standard. I also do choreographed Solo exhibitions with Students. I teach wedding couples their first dance and dances for their reception. I also teach social dances

What I Love most about teaching? What I love about teaching is guiding people to become the dancer they want and help them dance like they never imagined they could.

Who I admire the most and why? Besides my mother I admire Fred Astaire and Gene Kelly, because they were both great dancers and entertainers. They both had the gift of working dancing into everyday life to share with the masses.

One thing most people don't know about me: I used to be very shy and quiet before I became a dancer. Dancing helped me overcome my shyness.

Hobbies: – Besides dancing, I enjoy watching the Colts and Football on Sunday's. I like to ride my motorcycle with my Dad and Brother, riding my bicycle, passing the football, and working in my yard to name a few.

One of the coolest things I've done: – One of the coolest things I've done is dance on the main stage of the 2007 Disney Christmas Day Parade with DWTS.

More Facts: I have been ballroom dancing since 1997. In 2003 I started my professional career as an instructor and competitor.

I enjoy teaching both social and competitive dancers. My goal is to help everyone feel comfortable on the dance floor and reach their dancing goals. In my own dancing,

I have competed and performed across the United States winning numerous competitions and placing in finals with my professional partner Lindsey Rutherford.

I also perform showcase solos and compete in the Pro/Am competition events with my students. I am always continuing my dance education and training with the top coaches in the World.

Corinne Bane

Administrative

Todd Travis

Dance Instructor