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Pros, Judges, Emcees, Deejays, & More!

Michigan Classic unites top-tier talent, delivering an unparalleled dance experience. Renowned instructors, lively emcees, seasoned judges, and beloved DJs come together to create an unforgettable experience. Behind the scenes, our exceptional team ensures seamless event management, keeping the party in full swing.

2024 Instructors & Judges

Abi Schneider & Geoff Newell
Instructors & Judges
Adela Su
Adela Su
Instructor
Arjay Centeno
Arjay Centeno
Instructor & Judge
Barry Douglas
Instructor
Chris Drum
Instructor
Chris & Melissa Moy
Instructors & Judges
Deon Harrell
Instructor & Judge
Evan Schreiber
Instructor & Judge
Hunter Hobbs
Instructor
Jason Miklic & Sophy Kdep
Jason Miklic & Sophy Kdep
Instructors & Judges
John Lindo
Instructor & Judge
Julie Auclair
Judge
Kristen Shaw
Instructor & Judge
Lamarr Williford
Instructor & Judge
Lori Rousar & Ryan Dobbins
Instructors & Judges
Matt Auclair
Instructor & Judge
Mia Pastor
Judge
Nathan Congrove
Instructor
Nelson Clarke
Instructor & Judge
PJ Turner
Instructor & Judge
Robert Royston
Robert Royston
Instructor
Sharole Lashe Negrete
Sharole Lashe Negrete
Judge
Stacy O'Leyar
Judge
Stephanie Risser
Instructor & Judge
Tim Johnson & Becky Larson
Tim Johnson & Becky Larson
Instructors

Emcees & Head Judge

Allison Landmichl
Emcee
Deon Harrell
Emcee
PJ Turner
Emcee
John Lindo
Head Judge

Deejays

Tim Johnson
HEAD DJ
Arjay Centeno
Arjay Centeno
DJ
Chris Drum
DJ
Evan Schreiber
DJ
John Lindo
DJ
Katie Fallon
DJ
Kristen Shaw
DJ
Steve Plawinski
Steve Plawinski
DJ
Toni Carroll
DJ
 
 

Event Staff

CONTEST COORDINATOR

Leah Noparstak

REGISTRATION MANAGER/ VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR

Heidi Dziak

BALLROOM COORDINATOR

Rachel Holdren

MERCHANDISE

Robin Plawinski

SCORING

Alex Brand

SOUND & LIGHTING

Tim Johnson

MARKETING

Kathy Kroll Romana – Webmaster
Heidi Dziak – Social Media
Nicole Zwerlein – Branding
Rachel Little – Branding

MEDIA

Katie Meadows – Photography
Nadege Lebert – Photography
Becky Larson – Videography

HOSPITALITY SUITE MANAGERS

Mandi Restanio
Jake Restanio

JACK OF ALL TRADES

Tammy Davis

KENDRA'S MOM

Cathy Tinney-Zara