Member since 2000
Specialized Training in the Arts
MD has trained in, taught, performed and competed in all of the dance divisions recognized by the Ballroom Dance industry:
- American Style Ballroom & Rhythm
- International Latin
- International Standard
- Exhibition
- Theater Arts/Cabaret
He has spent a good deal of time studying, performing and teaching other forms of partner dance such as Salsa, Lambada, Argentine Tango, Lindy Hop & Country Western dancing; as well as the soloist dances: Jazz, Ballet, Tap, etc.
Rounding off his understanding of the mechanics of the body and the art of movement and balance Michael has also studied the Martial Arts for several years, Cirque style Aerial work with Tissue/Silk and has years of study in Vinyasa and Ashtonga Yoga.
-- Spanning the past 18 years MD has had training from a vast number of dance coaches. From private training to workshops and dance camps, working with the best helps make you the best:
Margaret Burns - Fmr. World Caberet Champion.
Michael Chapman - Fmr World Caberet Champion.
Bruno Collins - Frm World Caberet Champion/renowned choreographer.
Linda Dean - Fmr US Champion.
Jim Donaghey - Fellow & Examiner USISTD.
Alain Ducet & Anik Joliceur - 4 time World 10 Dance Champions.
Rufus Dustin - Fmr World Caberet Champion/renowned choreographer.
Miriam Ellis - Fellow& Examiner USISTD.
John Hatton - Fmr International Standard Champion.
Vicktor Kanevsky - Fmr Latin Champion/Coach of champions.
Richard LaValle - Original member of Fred Astaire Dance Board.
Denise Lazo - Fmr US 9 Dance champion.
Chantal LeClerc - 2 time Canadian 10 Dance Champion.
Timothy Mason - Fmr US International Standard Champion.
Marianne Nicole - Fmr US and North American Champion.
Bob Powers - 12-time undefeated US Rhythm Champion.
Brian & Susan Puttock - Fmr Standard Champions.
Enrique Ramone - Renowned coach of champions.
Cher Rutheford - Fmr Caberet Champion.
Lee Santos - Fmr FANDA National Dance Director/US Champion.
Katherine Schaffer - Fmr US International Standard Champion.
Bill Sparks - Fmr US International Latin Champion.
Phillip Stephens - Fellow & Examiner USISTD.
Dennis Sullivan - Fmr International Standard Champion.
Susie Thompson - 5-time undefeated US Rhythm Champion.
Forrest Vance - 5-time undefeated US Rhythm Champion.
Dance Workshops:
Gregory Day & Tommye Giacchino - World Caberet Champions,
Tony Merideth - US International Latin Champion,
Jesus Morales - Renowned Salsa Coach.
Sandra Miller - Argenting Tango Master.
Mario Rebeau - Renowned US Swing Champion and Coach.
Edward Simon & Michelle Officer - US Smooth Champions,
Aerial Arts:
Tissue/Silks - Amanda Cortellesso
Website - www.AC-ACTS.com
Martial Arts:
Central Florida Championship Karate (Chito Rue) - Frank Silverman
National Karate Academy (GoJu Rue) - Alberto Pena
Yoga:
Bikram: The Yoga Center, Orlando, FL
Vinyasa & Ashtonga: Karyn Stillwell, Lewis Rothlein - Full Circle Yoga, Orlando, FL
Jazz, Ballet:
The Dance Spot - Reno, Nv
The Conservatory of Movement - Reno, Nv