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Alice Havel Sunflower Stompers, McPherson, Kansas I've been clogging for 27 years, and I fell in love with it after my very first class. For the past 20 years, I've also been teaching clogging. I began by working with children, and eventually took over the group I danced with, becoming its director. One of my greatest joys is watching new dancers discover their own love for clogging. Sharing this passion with others is deeply fulfilling. I especially enjoy taking our group to perform at various venues. Engaging the audience and seeing them have fun while we dance is always an exciting and rewarding experience. For more information about classes and event bookings: 620-242-5333 [email protected] |
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Beth Rowlett VTown Cloggers, Vilonia, AR My clogging journey began at age 3 at Judi King School of Dance in Clinton, AR, and continued through my teens with Red River Cloggers. After moving to Greenbrier, I kept the rhythm alive by teaching friends and choreographing routines in high school. I later trained under Teresa at Ms. Toby’s in Conway and spent 12 wonderful years dancing and teaching with the Konway Kickers. After a brief break to raise my family, I reignited my passion in 2023 and founded Vtown Cloggers. Today, our team includes 40 dancers ages 6 to 70, performing at local events and sharing the joy of clogging throughout our community. I'm deeply grateful for the lifelong friendships and blessings this journey has brought. For more information about classes or event bookings: 501-450-0119 [email protected] |
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Brenda Jordan, CCI - Houston, TX Based in Houston, TX, Brenda joined Cloggers Unlimited in 2014 and has choreographed numerous routines for the team. She earned her CCI certification in 2022 at Nationals in Austin and served as Southeast VP on the TCC Board (2022–2025), also chairing the Traditional Workshop in 2022. Brenda has taught at workshops across Texas, Arkansas, Tennessee, Louisiana, and Oklahoma. Passionate about all things clogging—from teaching to traveling—she loves sharing the joy of dance with others. For more information about classes or event bookings: 📞 832-465-6368 📧 [email protected] |
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Darcy Bennet, CCI - Missouri Hi, I’m Darcy Bennet and I’m from southern Missouri! I’m 19 years old and have been dancing for 9 years. Besides clogging, I also country swing dance and line dance alone with teaching that occasionally. After clogging for about 6 years I completed my CCI. I currently teach mainly at workshops throughout the Midwest. Throughout high school I competitive clogged, and loved every minute of competition. You can normally find me dancing anywhere and everywhere even at work. When I’m not dancing I enjoy playing my violin, hanging out with friends, reading, and spending time with my family. For more information about classes or event bookings: 417-252-9422 [email protected] |
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Donna Petherbridge, CCI – Certified Clogging Instructor (CCI) Based in Garner, NC, Donna has performed and directed with the award-winning CSSPA adult cloggers (2007–2025). She now teaches at Cristy’s Dance Explosion and dances with Hemlock Bluff Cloggers in Raleigh. Donna regularly teaches at clogging conventions and advises Club Clogging at NC State University, where she also serves as Vice Provost for Digital Education. She holds a doctorate in Adult & Higher Education and brings over 25 years of teaching experience across all levels.
Rachel Petherbridge, CCI – Certified Clogging Instructor (CCI) Originally from Garner, NC and now in Somerville, MA, Rachel began dancing in 2002 with CSSPA, earning top awards in multiple styles including ballet, tap, hip hop, and clogging. She teaches clogging workshops nationwide and offers classes through Harvard’s recreational program. Rachel is currently a doctoral candidate in Systems Biology at Harvard University, researching blood dynamics in pregnancy. For more information about classes and event bookings: 919-612-8195 |
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Janet Sileo, CCI - Virginia I began clogging in Mountain View, Arkansas in 1990 with the Ozark Foothill Cloggers. Clogging is an important part of the Ozark Mountain heritage, and the passion the community showed for folk dancing was contagious. I joined the Cardinal Cloggers in 2004 when I relocated to Northern Virginia with my husband, Thomas. I love teaching, traveling to workshops, and choreographing, but my favorite part of clogging is the special friendships I has forged through dance. I am a Certified Clogging Instructor. For more information about classes and event bookings: 703-946-9002 [email protected] |
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Joe Dawley, CCI - Clogging Instructor – Wichita, KS Based in Wichita, KS, I began clogging in 1978 with the Kansas Kountree Kloggers and became the team’s instructor in 1984, leading over 40 performances annually. I competed with Silverline under Jay Dumcum from 1985 to 1990, performing across Missouri and Tennessee.In 2002, I joined the Wichita Area Square Dance Callers Association, contributing to exhibitions and festivals statewide. I served as Clogging Chairman for the 2008 National Square Dance Convention, coordinating 45 dancers and 7 instructors.I founded MRC Cloggers in 2009 through the Mulvane Recreation Center and earned my Certified Clogging Instructor (CCI) status in 2017 with support from the Arkansas Clogging Council. Despite pandemic challenges, Kansas Kountree Kloggers resumed performances in 2021 and continue rebuilding strong community ties.? For more information about classes and event booking: 316-259-4283 [email protected] |
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Kathey Wilson, CCI - Jonesboro, AR
Kathey, M.S.Ed., is a seasoned educator and Certified Clogging Instructor with over 20 years of experience in teaching, choreographing, and performing clog dancing. Recently retired Business and Marketing Technology teacher at Westside High School in Jonesboro, AR., she is launching clogging programs to inspire students through movement and cultural expression through out communities in Arkansas. These clogging programs are also designed to guide and support anyone eager to become a confident and capable clogging instructor. As the former owner of Dance Tyme Studio, she trained dancers of all ages and levels, leading them to competition success—including two scholarship recipients at Mars Hill University. She has hosted the Gateway to the Ozarks Clogging Workshop for over two decades and serves as Chairperson of the Certified Clogging Instructor Program for the National Clogging Association. Her active roles with the Crowley Ridge Cloggers, Arkansas Clogging Council, and Arkansas Heritage Arts in Education-Kathey Wilson (arkansasheritage.com)-reflect her deep commitment to community engagement and arts in education. With expertise in choreography, performance, and curriculum development, she empowers students to grow through creativity, teamwork, and the joy of clogging. For more information about classes and event bookings: 870-243-8113 [email protected] |
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Lagena DeRossett, CCI - Martinsville, IN
I have been married for 36 years; have 2 children, and 5 beautiful grandchildren. I received my CCI (Certified Clogging Instructor) recognition in 2023. I am a member of the Arkansas Clogging Council and the West New York Clogging Association. I have been clogging for about 25 years, 20 of those have been as an instructor/director. I have taught beginners and intermediate classes. I write my own choreography and have a great time looking for new music that I think would inspire a new routine. I am currently the director of the Drag-n-Loop Cloggers out of Morgantown, Indiana. We have performed locally and at the Indiana State Fair. We are a small group but we have a great time and that’s what it’s all about. I also host my own clogging workshop in beautiful Brown County in July. Watch for my 2026 flier. Thank you and keep clogging! For more information about classes and event bookings: 812-545-1464 [email protected] |
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Lanita Hammett, CCI - Houston, AR I discovered clogging in 1992 and began formal lessons in 2005. From 2010 to 2014, she danced competitively and performed recreationally before retiring from the U.S. Postal Service in 2021. That same year, she began teaching clogging and earned her instructor certification at the 2022 National C.L.O.G. convention in Austin, TX. Since then, she’s taught workshops across Arkansas, Oklahoma, Texas, Missouri, and Louisiana. In 2024, Lanita founded the ARKY CLOGGERS in Conway, AR. She and her husband Mike enjoy clogging, square dancing, camping, and motorcycle riding. For more information about classes and event bookings: 501-889-4679 [email protected] |
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Leona Miller, CCI - Jonesboro, AR I have been clogging since 1980, when she co-founded the Crowley Ridge Cloggers after attending the National Square Dance Convention. With no prior experience, she embraced the art form and became the group’s director in 1986. A Certified Clogging Instructor since 2000, Leona has taught workshops across Arkansas and currently serves as President of the Arkansas Clogging Council. She’s also a member of CLOG and part of the Certified Clogging Instructor program staff. After retiring from a 50-year career in the medical field, Leona now devotes her time to teaching and promoting clogging. She and her late husband Wayne shared 58 years together and raised a family that includes two sons, six grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. Clogging has taken her around the world, creating lifelong friendships through this vibrant American folk dance. For more information about classes and event bookings: 870-926-6454 [email protected] |
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Lori Leichter, CCI - Willow Springs, MO
I discovered clogging in 2010 and quickly fell in love with its blend of music, movement, and rhythm. By 2012, she was helping teach routines and inspiring her own children to join in. In 2015, she launched a clogging program at a local Fine Arts School, growing it from a single class to eight weekly sessions with over 30 students, including exhibition and competition teams.She co-founded a studio in Willow Springs, MO in 2019, and earned her Certified Clogging Instructor (CCI) certification in 2021. In 2023, Lori opened Cornerstone Dance Studio, home to the Phoenix Rising Performance Teams, which now include a 20+ member Show Team and a growing Competition Team that recently made a strong showing at the 2025 USA Clogging Nationals. Lori has performed with her husband and children, taught at regional and national workshops, and continues to share her passion for dance—including clogging, line, square, ballroom, swing, ballet, and more—with dancers of all ages. For more information about classes and event bookings: 417-217-3748 [email protected] |
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Shaina Morgan, CCI - Bono, AR I have been clogging my heart out since I was a little girl and haven’t stopped for over 25 years! A proud member of the Crowley’s Ridge Cloggers in Jonesboro, AR, I'm passionate about teaching clogging and spreading the joy that comes with every beat. In 2023, she launched the Better When Ya Dance Clogging and Fun Dance Workshop while working toward her Certified Clogging Instructor (CCI) credential. When I'm not dancing, I'm busy being a stay-at-home mom to three energetic boys and wife to her biggest fan, Brad. Whether she’s on stage or in the living room, Shaina believes life is just better when ya dance! For more information about classes and event bookings: 870-530-9051 [email protected] |
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Tamsyn Simon, CCI - Harrison, AR I am the Director of Ridge Runner Cloggers, a dynamic community of dancers who perform and compete. As a life-long clogger, I am passionate about teaching whole-dance education - connecting movement, music, and history - while fostering confidence and teamwork in my students. RRC's competition team recently brought home six National Champion titles from the 2025 USA National Clogging Championships, including Overall Traditional Team and Overall Contemporary Team. I enjoy offering many opportunities for my cloggers and sharing the joy of the clogging community with them. For more information about classes and event bookings: 870-688-1662 [email protected] |
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Thomas Sileo, CCI - Sterling, Virginia Thomas lives in Sterling, Virginia with his wife Janet and their dog Boudin. After years of cheering from the sidelines, Tom officially joined the clogging world in 2014 and has been dancing with the Cardinal Cloggers ever since. He loves traveling to workshops, reconnecting with friends, and learning new routines. A proud Certified Clogging Instructor since 2022, Tom also volunteers at his local fire station and boasts a global t-shirt collection from the many places he’s lived—including Mexico, Germany, and England. For more information about classes and event bookings: 703-789-2566 [email protected] |