My movement journey began with gymnastics as a child and found a new direction into dance at the age of 14. Starting out with hip-hop and partner dancing, I soon began teaching solo classes in my local dance school, sharing my love for movement with others.

When I discovered West Coast Swing in 2019, it opened up a world of endless possibilities for creativity and connection - although at the beginning it was overwhelming since I was good in memorizing choreographies but never learned how to improvise. However I could finally dance to all the different genres of music I liked, especially hip-hop and RnB. I soon became addicted, and WCS became my way to express emotions, play with rhythm, to transform music into something deeply personal - and ultimately, to let go.

I studied psychology and pedagogy and I like to use knowledge from these discipline in my teaching. I try to create a space where people can grow in a healthy way, and move with awareness of their bodies.

I feel deeply grateful to be part of the WCS Community in this era and moment.

Hi, I’m lotte.