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DENNIS SCHROEDER (Owner/Director)
Sole Owner since Dance Factory's inception in 1976, Dennis has
created a fun yet challenging atmosphere for all levels and ages.
He's taught thousands of students over the years, building the
studio from its beginning Disco days into one of the top 10
independent studios on the East Coast. Over 1/4 million dancers have
learned and developed their skills through the Dance Factory. We
boast some of the top championship/teaching staff in the industry.
If you want to learn to dance Ballroom, Latin, Swing, and more, come
to our dances, attend our classes... and find out why everyone loves
the Dance Factory!
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DARIA (Dance Director) daria@dancefactory.com
Originally from Russia, Daria studied Ballet, Modern, Folk
and Ballroom dance since the age of 15. At 19, she majored
in Dance at Topgliatti Academy of Art. For 11 years, she
has worked as a choreographer, instructor, performer, and
art group leader. In 2005, she arrived in the United
States, where she has been both an instructor and a
competitor ever since. Daria competes Pro-Am with her
students in the American Smooth and Rhythm divisions. She
also co-hosts the 1st and 3rd Saturday Dances with friend
and instructor Dmitri Dolgopolov. NADTA Certified.
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DMITRI DOLGOPOLOV dmitri@dancefactory.com
Dmitri came to the United States from Russia, where he
took his first dance lesson at the age of 6 and competed
professionally in trampoline and gymnastics events for 5
years. He was trained in a variety of dances and
techniques including Ballroom, Ballet, Breakdance, Russian
Folk dance, Theater Arts, and more. For 4 years he was a
choreographer/director for Theater Arts in Togliatti,
Russia, working with kids and young adults from ages 5 to
19. After moving to the United States, Dmitri concentrated
on teaching and competing in American-Style Smooth and
Rhythm categories. He enjoys working with students of any
age and level. And if you are an ice skater (ice dancer)
he will help you with choreography for that as well. NADTA Certified.
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KIRILL kirill@dancefactory.com
Originally from Estonia, Kirill is certified with Honors
by ISTD (Licentiate Degree) and EATD. His passion and
strong dance philosophy, combined with over a decade of
competitive background, will take you to a new level of
dancing whether you’re studying American or International
style. Kirill is currently competing in the Professional
American Smooth division.
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LEMERY lemery@dancefactory.com
Lemery has arduously studied Ballroom and Latin dance
since the age of 13, and has been teaching at the Dance
Factory for over two years. Her wide array of partner
dance knowledge includes both American and International
style Ballroom Dance, Latin, Salsa, and even Argentine
Tango. She enjoys teaching private lessons, working with
singles and couples, as well as group classes and
workshops. She excels in getting others ready for special
events, weddings, and company parties, or just wanting to
learn for fun. Throughout her dancing career, Lemery has
competed in International 10 Dance in both Pro/Am and
Am/Am and has received many titles including: 5th in the
World Pro/Am Latin, 3rd in the USA Pro/Am Latin, 3rd in
the World Pro/Am 10 Dance, 5th in the World Argentine
Tango, and has been finalist in many other competitions.
She is currently seeking an International style
competition partner as she continues to broaden her dance
horizons. NADTA Certified.
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SAM sam@dancefactory.com
Sam Fadullon has been teaching private and group classes
here at the Factory since 2003. His many accomplishments
include 1st Place in "Dancing with the Arlington
Stars" competition with Ms. Monique O’Grady, Winter 2007. He is
a USISTD certified Bronze medalist in Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango,
Rumba, and Cha-Cha. He provides and prepares various
programs with specific goals, including Showcase routines,
group formations, progress checks, medal tests, and Pro-Am
competitions. NADTA Certified.
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Dance Factory
954 North Monroe St | Arlington, VA 22201
(703) 528-9770 | dance@dancefactory.com
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