Meet the Team
Stephanie Metzger
FOUNDER
Stephanie is a former Spanish teacher for DC Public Schools and Alexandria City Public Schools. She lived in Colombia and the Dominican Republic where she specialized in Salsa and Bachata, and continued to spread the love of dance to her students while teaching in the US.
Silvia Alexiev
BOARD MEMBER
Silvia is the owner of Salsa with Silvia. One of the largest Latin Dance studios in the DMV, with one location in DC and the other in Bethesda. Silvia was the first board member, and crucial to the foundation of the organization.
Saul Martinez
BOARD MEMBER
Saul is a multi-passionate entrepreneur and dance organizer. He runs Bachata Brunch, helping spread Latin culture across the DMV and beyond.
Chynna Golding
BOARD MEMBER
Chynna is a creative dance leader in the DMV area. She runs her own Brazilian Zouk organization, along with a bilingual immersion dance school. Chynna brings a depth of expertise to the organization.
Timothy Landis
BOARD MEMBER
Timothy Landis brings a breadth of professional experience, along with expertise in country music and dancing. With his own country organization, Firehouse Fridays, he helps foster community across the dance styles.