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Beaches
Beaches
Larry Audije, Co-Owner & Instructor
Dance
Styles: American Smooth & Rhythm, International Standard &
Latin, Swing, Salsa and Country Western.
Background: Dancing since 1993; originally trained
with Arthur Murray Dance Studios; with ASA since 2004; Experienced
in Professional and Pro/Am Shows and Competitions
Specialties: Teaching advanced couples; coaching
Personality Traits: Fun, energetic and focused
Favorite Dance: Tango, Bolero and Foxxy
Andrew Granovski, Co-Manager & Instructor
Dance
styles: American Smooth &
Rhythm, International Standard & Latin
Background: Dancing since 1999 with ASA from 1999-2004 and
2007 to present; Experienced in Professional Shows, Pro/Am Shows and
Competitions
Other professional experience: Dance coach for
Calera H.S. (2004-06); Professional competitor in International Latin
(2001-03) placing fifth in 2002; American Smooth (2003) placing 6th.
Specialties: Breaking down all movement into its basic
elements for quick learning and easy understanding.
Personality Traits: Fun, energetic and very patient.
Favorite Dance: I enjoy the fast pace of the Jive,
but the sexy Tango is also a favorite.
Christy Granovski, Co-Manager & Instructor
Dance
styles: American Smooth & Rhythm; ballet;
jazz; modern
Background: Dancing since 1990 with ASA since 2000
Other professional experience: B.A. in Dance from University
of Alabama; Repertory Dance Theatre (1996-1999) and Dance! Alabama (1996-1999)
Specialties: Breaking down any movement to an absolute beginner's
level.
Personality Traits: Passionate about my student's progress.
Favorite Dance: The Waltz is my favorite smooth dance because
of its elegance. It allows me to pull from my ballet background, which
I love. Cha Cha is my favorite fast dance because it is so flirtatious
and sassy, just like me!
David Kirk , Instructor
Dance
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Ashley Minzes, Instructor
Dance
styles: American Smooth and Rhythm, International
Latin and Wedding Dances
Background: With ASA since 2005. Dancing since
age 3. Pro/Am and Professional competitive dancer.
Other professional experience: Ballet, tap, jazz,
lyrical and hip hop instructor; Cheerleading and dance team captain
(placed 7th at Nationals); competitive funk dance team
Specialties: Teach beginners to advanced
level; wedding dances; latin and rhythm technique; prepare students for
comptetitions
Personality Traits: Fun, energetic, outgoing, focused,
down-to-earth and passionate about dancing.
Favorite Dance: International Latin Rumba
Liz Perry, Instructor
Dance Styles: American Rhythm & Smooth,
Swing, Salsa and Country Western.
Background: DA Graduate in the Arts, With ASA since
2004; Experienced in Professional and Pro/Am Shows and Competitions.
Specialties: Working with beginners — making them quickly
become comfortable social dancers. Also works with advanced students
in preparation for Pro/Am competitions.
Personality Traits: Fun, outgoing, dedicated, with a sparkling
personality.
Christine Swartz, Instructor
Dance
styles: American Smooth and Rhythm, Argentine
Tango, Country Western, Swing and Salsa
Background: With ASA since 2005. Dancing since
1988. Pro/Am competitive dancer.
Other professional experience: DVIDA Bronze Certification;
5 years clog dancing; ballet; performs in showcases and formations.
Specialties: Smooth dancing; Latin technique; beginners
Personality
Traits: Good listener, fun, makes it easy to learn, works well
with a variety of personalities, patient and passionate.
Favorite Dance: Foxtrot
