find an instructor


private instructors

Looking to expand your knowledge with private lessons?  Search our local instructor directory to find the right teacher for you.

(Please note these instructors are not employees of VanCity Ballroom. Please contact them directly to schedule lessons.) 

Joseph and julieann platt

Joseph and Julieann have a combined 40 years of experience. They are former Arthur Murray instructors with Gold Dance-O-Rama student/teacher competition.  They specialize in  American Smooth, Latin, and Swing.
Beginning and Intermediate classes available. Fun, low stress, and community-oriented social classes. Private lessons at their in-home dance studio.

dance@ballroomdancewithus.com
www.meetup.com/Ballroom-Dance-With-Us
360-607-1620 
954-249-5823

Susan Vandervlugt

Susan has over a decade of professional teaching and event experience and is known for her bright welcoming personality. She teaches Social, Show Dance, Competition dancing, and choreography in both American and International styles of Ballroom & Latin, as well as nightclub dances: Hustle, West Coast Swing, Jitterbug, and Salsa. (Yes, even Polka!) She also specializes in music production and instruction for special events and wedding dance instruction/choreography.

susan@bcballroomdance.com
www.bcballroomdance.com
503-862-8284

Joy Davina

Joy Davina lives in Tigard Oregon. She has a degree in dance and theater from Northwestern University and has been immersed in all styles of partnership dance ever since. She has performed all over the world and is nationally ranked competitor. Her love is teaching, which shows in every one of her group classes or private lessons. She is fully present, prepared, and brings a joyous energy that is infectious. She is a guest instructor at VanCity throughout the year and she is always available for private lessons before her workshops.

joydavina@socialdancestudio.com
503-997-4567

Carole Duttlinger

Carole has over 20 years of teaching experience. Her specialties include West Coast Swing, East Coast Swing, Nightclub 2 Step and Country 2 Step.

cduttlinger@gmail.com
www.facebook.com/cddances/
509-670-0435