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    About Swing N Country

    Teaching in Monrovia for 30+ Years | BMI - Music Licensed | Locally and Family Owned

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    Teaching in Monrovia for 30+ Years

    BMI - Music Licensed

    Locally and Family Owned

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    Katie Gundersen and John Watson

    Meet Katie (Gundersen) and John Watson

    They are National Award winners in competitive Country Western dance. The Silver champions of Monrovia are instructors in American social ballroom, west and east coast swing and Western dances.

    We'll Make You Love Dancing as Much as We Do

    Working under the name Swing N Country, John and Katie have taught private lessons, group classes at various Southern California dance studios, special classes at the Glendora Country Club and other locations, and countless workshops, including benefits for Haven House and other social and philanthropic organizations.


    They acknowledge that teaching dance gives them both a boost of energy. And they still enjoy getting out for a little social dancing, often taking members of their classes with them to "get their feet wet" out in the social arena.

    Elderly dancing
    Couple dancing

    Learn How to Dance From Us

    Have you ever envied the fluidity and gracefulness of a dancer on the floor? You can be the object of envy too in the future when you come to learn dance with us. Whether you have two left feet, are a first-time dancer, or one who's out of practice, our experienced hands will bring out the natural poise and balance that's inherent to everyone.


    The Champion Competition dancers have been teaching dance in and around Monrovia to dance for over 30 years. Give us a chance to introduce you to the beautiful world of dance with our professional classes. The freedom that comes with letting your hair down and your body flow to the rhythm of music is unimaginable! Let us teach you how to experience this feeling with our dance lessons.

    The Dance Forms We Specialize In:

    • American social ballroom (Foxtrot, Rumba, Waltz, Cha-cha-cha, Salsa)
    • Swing (East and West Coast styles)
    • Nightclub
    • Western Two-step
    • Western Waltz
    • Partner dance
    • Line dance
    Elderly couple dancing
    Dancing partner

    Why We Do What We Do:

    John and Katie have managed to rise quickly through the competition ranks and feel especially lucky to have taken home a number of trophies to remind them of wins against some very tough competitors. They are now especially excited to be able to share their skills through teaching. It is their pleasure to watch as their students improve, catch the dance fever and have a wonderful time learning.

    Joined by the Mutual Love for Dance

    Katie has been doing some kind of dance all her life. John got his start in late 1987. They met in late 1988 when the choreographer of SIZZLIN' COUNTRY (a competition and exhibition Country Western Dance Team) partnered them for a new Waltz routine. They've been together ever since!

     

    Since they retired from competition, they have been working to share their knowledge of class and style with students all over Southern California and out-of-town.


    The Watsons have often been seen performing for many community special functions including the gala Monrovia All America City celebration, dressed in authentic Victorian formal wear on KGEM LIVE, and at Chamber of Commerce and city events.

    Dancing partner
    Ballroom dancing

    American Social Ballroom

    Ballroom dancing has encouraged many people to try their hands dancing, thanks to the influence of television through Dancing With The Stars and So You Think You Can Dance.

    Learn to Dance Various Dance Forms!

    Line dance gives those without partners a wonderful opportunity to have a great time, and get some super dance exercise too. Partner dancing is not only fun, but a marvelous way to meet new friends.

     

    The Western dance scene is respected all over the nation for creating one of the most successful and healthy social interaction climates in history. John and Katie are delighted to be able to teach something that has given them so much pleasure, and look forward to sharing their enthusiasm and talents with you!

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