Dance Instructors and Staff

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Rebecca Bishop

Brought up in the classical tradition of ballet as a child and teenager, Rebecca began teaching partner dancing at age 20 after discovering Salsa during a stay in Mexico. Her interest piqued by the latin dances, she then started a competitive career that would last the next 7 years
Rebecca Headshot After successfully competing regionally in the U.S., and realizing that her dream of bringing the art and beauty back into the skill of partner dancing would require opening her own studio, she discovered the city of Portland during an audition in 2005 and the rest, they say, is history.  To schedule a private lesson with Rebecca, click here.

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Lerey Bishop

A love of song and music brought Lerey into the world of partner dancing. A natural born singer since childhood, Lerey could match any key or sing any song from the earliest of ages.
Lerey Headshot After becoming a student of dance, Lerey made a foray into instruction, and with his easygoing personality and natural teaching abilities quickly became a successful instructor and dancer, becoming one of the most popular teachers at the studio. Focusing on the well-rounded dancer, Lerey teaches all styles well and can be depended on to produce the excellent all-around dancer.  To schedule a private lesson with Lerey, click here.


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Kristina Mola

A veritable encyclopedia of dance, Kristina grew up dancing, attending such well known schools as the North Carolina School of the Arts and the famous Juilliard. Having specialized in modern dance, Kristina is well known for her beautiful technique and precision.

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Expanding her repertoire to include partner dancing, she now instructs in all styles and has also started a professional latin competitive career. A member of Portland Dancesport’s affiliate professional company Sugarbomb as well, Kristina’s dancing can be seen throughout the year as an example of how artistically oriented Portland has become.  To schedule a private lesson with Kristina, click here.