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Lynne

LYNNE BOUDREAUX - Syllabus Program Director
Lynne has been teaching International Syllabus in a youth program for 2 years. Lynne is a BYU Tour Team Alumni. She completed her ISTD Latin and Standard Medals exams while at BYU. She is a 2-time USADA Latin Champion. Lynne took 1st place or was a finalist in Latin, Standard, and 10 Dance throughout North America, including: San Francisco Open, Yankee Classic, Emerald Ball, Embassy Ball, Open to World, Snowball Classic, etc. Lynne was also a Latin semi-finalist at the Closed World Invitational in Bucharest, Romania. She has also been a finalist at various events throughout Eastern Europe. She competed at Blackpool and the UK Championships.

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BRENT & KATIE MECHAM
Youth Premier Team Directors

Brent and Katie graduated from Brigham Young University where Brent received his Masters of Accountancy with a minor in Ballroom Dance and Katie received her BA degree in Design. While at BYU, they danced and toured with the Ballroom Dance Company stateside and abroad. Brent and Katie were instructors and teaching assistants for all types of ballroom dance including: Latin, Standard, American/Social, and Country. In 2000 they held the Dancesport Cabaret title and in 2002 they held the National Cabaret Title. They both danced in the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the 2002 Winter Olympics. They are now in their fourth year as choreographers and coaches with PBD. When they finally take a break from dance, you can find them on a mountain side or in the woods with their twin daughters, Ava and Kiara, and their boy Blake. They are expecting a new addition to the family, a baby girl, late this summer.
Katie

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Matt
Heather
MATT & HEATHER LONGHURST
Junior Premier Team Directors

Matthew and Heather Longhurst received most of their ballroom dance training at Brigham Young University, where they competed in both class syllabus and open events, completed their ISTD Medals exams, and danced with the BYU Ballroom Dance Company. In between dance classes, Matthew managed to complete a BA degree in Public Relations, and Heather received her degree in English Literature. They returned to the Seattle area in 2002, and started as instructors with Pacific Ballroom Dance almost immediately. They are now in their sixth year as instructors and choreographers with PBD. In between dance classes, Matthew managed to receive his Juris Doctorate from the Seattle University School of Law, and currently works for Merrill-Carlson, PLLC. Last fall Heather launched a children’s ballroom program, Barefoot Ballroom, for children ages 3 to 10. Matt and Heather are blessed with three beautiful daughters - Cora, Sydney, and Maryn.

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CHRISTINE FRANCE - Youth Backup Team Director
Christine’s husband has always said, “If life was a musical, where Christine could constantly dance and sing through life, she would not ask for anything more.” Christine fell in love with ballroom dance while taking dance classes at Ricks College in Idaho. After transferring to Southern Utah University (SUU) Christine joined the SUU Ballroom Dance Team. While on the SUU team Christine toured multiple states and even performed and toured in Mexico. During her years at SUU, Christine danced in competitions up to the pre-championship level taking many first place finishes. Christine has always given back to dance by instructing children, youth groups and at community and church events. She is thrilled to have completed her second year of instructing with Pacific Ballroom Dance Company and looks forward to many more. She currently lives in Graham with her dashing husband Gary and their four fantastic children, Raye, Joshua, Emilee and Samuel.
Christine

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Cam
CAM BRIGGS - Junior Backup Team Director
Cam is a Washington native from Federal Way. Her training began at age 4 and continued on through graduation from Brigham Young University. Her dance training includes: ballet, jazz, tap, cheer, drill, modern & ballroom. She has performed at a variety of venues including the World Expo, National Karate & Gymnastic Championships, Disneyland and concerts at BYU. She has choreography experience ranging from dance recitals (solos and groups) to school musicals. While at BYU she performed with the Ballroom Dance Company and was a teacher’s assistant for a social dance class while she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Health & Dance Education. She currently resides in Fairwood with her husband and 4 children. She is the proud “soccer mom” of twin boys, Ryan and Tanner, and chauffer to her two “dancing daughters” Lauren and Kate.

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RICK GOSSARD - Instructor
Rick has been a professional Ballroom Instructor and Competitor for over 25 years. His initial training began as a student of Ballroom Dancing in Tucson Arizona. After competing as a student he quickly became interested in dancing as a professional and completed a professional training program with Arthur Murray franchised dance schools a year later in 1979. In 1986, Rick became a partner in a Fred Astaire franchised dance school in Minneapolis, Minnesota, where he continued his study and teaching of Ballroom dance. Looking for growth opportunities, Rick came to the Pacific Northwest in 1988 and opened his own Fred Astaire School early in 1989. He has been in the Pacific Northwest ever since. He currently operates Northwest DanceSport in Federal Way, Seattle, Bellevue and Spokane. He has competed professionally in American Style Smooth and Rhythm, International Standard and Theater Arts. He currently teaches students and is an active Pro/Am competitor in all categories.
Rick

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Danelle
DANELLE HUDOCK - Instructor
For Danelle Hudock it all started with dancing in the kitchen on her Daddy’s feet. From there it grew into classic forms of dance. Eleven years ago she was introduced to Ballroom dancing and it was love at first sight. She trained for six years with Pacific Ballroom Dance team then moved onto continue her dance education at Brigham Young University.
 
 
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