Chris joins us from the South and has been working for Fred Astaire Dance Studios since the spring of 2006.  He quickly established himself as a competitive teacher by attending 9 competitions in the past year.  At Dancesport Classic in March he and his professional partner won the Novice, Mixed Novice and Pre-Champ divisions.  Chris' proudest moments are competing pro-am with his students.  Many of his students have won Top Student awards socialin both Fred Astaire and Independent Competitions. 

In June of 2007 Chris received the honor of being Top Teacher at Chicago Open.  He is shear energy and delight on the dance floor.  Chris is truly one of the most exciting competitive and social dance teachers around