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Dan Amores

Dan Amores is easily Canada's top swing dance leader. He is an articulate teacher, a natural performer and competitor rolled into one. Dan's dance philosophy stresses musicality and momentum, with special attention to the communication between lead and follow. Incredibly versatile, with a wide dance range spanning from raw to lyrical, Dan never fails to make his follower feel like she is the best one out there (and never fails to take other leaders to school). Currently teaching, judging, djing, running events and competing full-time, Dan knows that, really, it’s all about tapping into the heart and soul inside each one of us.

His accomplishments include winning and placing in the highest level of competition at prestigious swing dance events in the United States as well as performances and demonstrations in TV shows, music videos and on stage musical performances.

Joanna Kassoulides

Joanna Kassoulides has quickly become one of the top Lindy Hop follows in Toronto. Her love of the music and her passion of the dance accelerated her progress as a dancer and an instructor. Joanna's past dance training, teaching and leadership skills have transformed her into a mentor to young dancers. Her understanding of natural body movement and dancing style leave leaders and followers in awe.

Her accomplishments include performances and demonstrations for movies, TV shows as well as on stage displays.

Both Dan and Joanna are major contributors of swing dancing in Toronto dedicated to the preservation, promotion and progression of authentic jazz dance.