Dance history: Dancing has always been a passion for Irina, her expression completely and boundlessly inspired by music. Her swivels are dynamic, her talent abundent. Irina began learning Lindy Hop in 2009 at the age of 15 and fell in love with it after her first night of social dancing. Shortly thereafter, her passion for Swing dancing expanded to include Balboa, Collegiate Shag, and solo Jazz. Since her start in Orange County, CA, Irina has taught these dances all across the U.S. as well as Europe, Asia, and Australia. As a teacher her goal is to patiently guide her students through building solid foundations and technique as well as inspiring individuality in personal movement. Irina’s greatest joy as a teacher is to see her students progress with their dancing, no matter the increment.