PRESIDENT

Romeo caught the swing dance bug back in 2013 on the streets of good old London, England. Two weeks later, he was officially a swing dance addict. His passion for swing dancing led him from numerous swing dance venues and social dance floors all across London to all across The Lower Mainland. He absolutely loves teaching and introducing swing dancing to everyone. He specialises in teaching 6 count Lindy Hop and can be found talking about swing dancing with a huge smile on his face to total strangers. His approach to teaching involves simplifying swing dancing by breaking it down to its simplest form then teaching it in a fun, exciting way.

VICE PRESIDENT

Music and dance have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. My love of dance really kicked in when I first stepped onto a Disco floor in the 70’s. Yes, I’m that old. Then I was introduced to Ballroom and Latin and I loved that too. My favourite though has always been Swing. It doesn’t matter if it’s jitterbug, lindy hop, east or west coast or anything in between. You can dance it to jazz, big band, rock & roll and contemporary music. Dance has been a family affair carried on by my daughter and now my granddaughters. Nothing puts a smile on your face like dancing to your favourite music with others with the same mindset. Hope to see you out on the dance floor.

DIRECTOR

I am happy to join in alongside board members sharing an interest in the growth and success of Rock Step Swing. I hope that some of my work and life experiences will be of some value and look forward to seeing what that will look like.

I have a background in professional sport on a national level in both competitive and coaching roles. Additionally, I owned a retail business for many years supporting and promoting Canadian companies. And lastly, my greatest passion as a therapist in private practice in the field of mental health. Though very unique from one another, all have required complete commitment, dedication, determination, focus and a lot of heart. Mostly, I love and value challenging myself by learning and exploring new ideas, concepts, activities and of course, traveling and discovering the beauty of our amazing planet. My goal is to share in the growth and forward momentum of Rock Step Swing by bringing my strengths, a positive and inclusive outlook and a spirit of fun for all.

BOARD SECRETARY

Mehar embodies a fusion of passion, purpose, and community. Dedicated to community building, mental health advocacy, and artistic expression, Mehar has immersed herself in the heart of Whalley, engaging with and supporting the homeless community for the past four years. Beyond her dedication to these causes, she seeks inspiration in nature through hiking and camping, exploring museums to connect with history, culture, and creativity. As an avid creator, Mehar finds joy in various art forms, viewing creativity as a tool for personal expression and community connection. Her commitment to Rock Step Swing Dance involves seamlessly integrating dance into busy lives, leveraging her diverse experience in team leadership, budget management, sales, and accounts administration. Mehar's role as Board Secretary encompasses meticulous communication management, event orchestration, and administrative refinement, fueled by her dedication to fostering impactful community partnerships. Driven by a profound commitment to enhancing mental health and nurturing horizontal relationships, Mehar is an inspiring force, weaving threads of connectivity, resilience, and joy through the art of dance.