About Dance With Me
Founded in 2005 by Anne and Andy Walls, Dance With Me is dedicated to providing high-quality social dance instruction while fostering a welcoming community of dancers who love learning and sharing the joy of dance. Specializing in partner dancing, we primarily focus on social styles but also offer occasional classes in performance dances like hip hop, belly dancing, and group routines such as the ever-popular “Thriller.”
Our Expertise
Our instructors are among the most experienced dancers and top-ranked competitors on national and international dance circuits. Trained to the highest standards in ballroom, swing, salsa, country western, and Argentine tango, they are well-respected in dance communities across the country. They also travel regularly for competitions, workshops, and other dance-related activities, ensuring they bring the best techniques and insights to our students.
Dances We Teach
We offer instruction in a wide variety of dance styles, including:
• Ballroom: Waltz, Foxtrot, American Tango
• Latin: Cha Cha, Rumba, Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Mambo, Cumbia
• Swing: East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing, Lindy Hop, Jitterbug, Charleston
• Country Western: Texas Two-Step, Polka, Triple Two-Step (Double Two-Step)
• Argentine Tango: Salon, Milonga, and Vals
• Other Styles: Nightclub Sway (Nightclub Two-Step), Hustle and more
Join Us!
Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to refine your skills, we make learning social dance easy and enjoyable. Sign up for group lessons or private instruction and discover how we can elevate your dance experience.
Let’s get you dancing—contact us today!
Andy Walls
With over 30 years of teaching experience and a lifetime passion for movement, Andy Walls is a highly respected dance instructor and co-owner of Dance With Me studio for the past 19 years. Andy brings over two decades of experience as a competitive and social dancer, having competed at the national level in both country and swing dance circuits.
Andy’s teaching journey extends beyond the dance floor, drawing on years of expertise in martial arts and scuba diving instruction to create a well-rounded and engaging approach to dance education. Known for his ability to connect with students of all skill levels, Andy emphasizes technique, creativity, and the joy of movement in every lesson.
Whether mentoring beginners or coaching seasoned competitors, Andy is dedicated to helping students achieve their goals while fostering a love for dance that lasts a lifetime.
Anne Walls
Anne Walls is a dance instructor and co-owner of Dance With Me studio for the past 19 years. With a deep passion for both dancing and teaching, Anne Walls brings years of experience to the dance floor. She has competed on the Country and Swing dance circuits, earning multiple awards and recognition for her talent, dedication, and musicality.
Anne has trained with top professionals from across the country, continuously refining her skills and expanding her knowledge in a variety of dance styles. Her expertise, combined with her love for teaching, allows her to connect with students of all levels—helping them build confidence, technique, and joy in every step.
Whether she’s coaching beginners or fine-tuning advanced dancers, Anne’s goal is always the same: to make learning to dance fun, engaging, and rewarding for everyone.
Emma McNagny
Emma McNagny is a creative powerhouse on the dance floor, bringing over 25 years of dance experience and an infectious energy to every step. With two decades of professional experience in local ballroom dance studios, Emma has trained extensively with a variety of instructors and has traveled to dance hubs like St. Louis, Chicago, Houston, and New York to refine her techniques.
Her first love is Salsa, but Emma’s versatility shines across many styles. She is a highly accomplished competition swing dancer, regularly attending and competing in World Swing Dance Council-sanctioned West Coast Swing events. Her dedication and talent make her one of the most celebrated swing dancers in the region.
Known for her unique, fun approach to both dancing and teaching, Emma is always honing her craft to ensure that her students thrive. Her passion for helping others improve, coupled with her dynamic personality, makes her an integral part of Dance With Me. Students and fellow dancers alike are inspired by Emma’s commitment to excellence and her boundless enthusiasm.
Kittilu Dodds
Kittilu Dodds is a retired public school teacher with a lifelong passion for teaching and inspiring others to embrace learning at every stage of life. Her love of music and dancing is infectious, and she finds immense joy in sharing that passion with others.
Kittilu has been part of the Dance With Me family for nearly a decade and has been teaching dance at the studio for the past several years. With her warm, approachable style and dedication to helping students grow, she creates a supportive and fun environment for dancers of all levels.
Whether she’s guiding beginners or helping seasoned dancers refine their skills, Kittilu combines her teaching expertise with her love for dance to create a truly enriching experience. She is committed to making every student’s journey both rewarding and enjoyable.
Frankie Catting
Meet Frankie – The Ballroom’s Sharpest Critic
Born in the summer of 2009 and proudly named after the legendary Frankie Manning—who dazzled the original Savoy Ballroom in Harlem, New York nearly a century ago with his iconic swing moves—this feline connoisseur has always carried a spark of dance floor magic. Raised among the rhythms of the rumba, the elegance of the waltz, and the excitement of swing in our ballroom dance studio, Frankie’s passion for the art form is as timeless as his namesake’s legacy.
A true people-cat, Frankie adores attention but insists on receiving it on his own terms. Perched on his favorite barstool or casually strolling across the dance floor, he silently critiques every step, posture, and spin with a single, unimpressed blink. Think your frame is flawless? Frankie is quick to express his discerning opinion.
Whether charming students or overseeing classes, Frankie keeps the studio in perfect rhythm—embodying the spirit of dance history and ensuring that every performance meets his impeccably high standards.