Oceans
Dance
Studio 

• Branden started teaching dance in 2011 and teaches American Smooth and Rhythm.

• Performs, teaches, and demonstrates dance throughout the community.

• Holds a BA in mechanical engineering, a Professional Pilot Certification from Embry Riddle and studied Aerospace Engineering at Embry Riddle  

• Founder of Bannister Hall Brewery in Smyrna DE. 

• Branden brings all of his life experiences to his passion for Ballroom dancing. He also specializes in frame, posture, and balance techniques.

• Stephanie holds a B.A. from Harvard and is a classically trained pianist.
  

• Stephanie brings over 8+ years of experience in retail and wholesale management. Her specialties include business strategy, operations and sales.

• Founder of Kimaya Fashions and Stephanie Pearl Shoes

• Stephanie speaks English, Spanish and Hebrew.

Joe’s Claim to Fame is his musicality. He believes strongly in the connection between music and movement in the body. He applies this to a variety of music genres and dance styles including Zouk and Kizomba/UrbanKiz.

His first dance experience began in the mid 80’s break dancing. His senior year of high school he was introduced to ballroom dancing and soon after became a Ballroom Dance Instructor in 1988. He progressed to the highest degree as he certified in bronze, silver, gold, and gold star levels in American smooth and rhythm dances.

Natasha is an International Standard professional competitor. She has traveled the world to train with the best educators in dance and to compete at an international level.  Along with her dance partner Artur Kozuń, they are pursuing their next championship title.

Natasha was born and raised in Florida by a very prominent ballroom dance family.  She was also exposed to many forms of dance and performance. Her background includes ballet, musical theater, jazz and Pilates. As a choreographer Natasha is inspired by all of these in addition to modern and contemporary dance, story lines and unique music.

Natasha not only has a passion for sharing her craft with students of all ages and abilities, she is also a professional artist with Purple Tiger Hair and Make Up. She specializes in performance make-up for the ballroom industry.

Natasha speaks English, Italian and Spanish.

“Dancing is a unique experience that embodies physical fitness, expression, culture, and communication through touch.”-Natasha B.