Teachers 2025

Laura Keat & Jeremy Otth

In 2006, Laura & Jeremy united as partners celebrating, performing and sharing dances that were created by, arose directly from or were strongly influenced by African American art, culture and experiences in the early 20th century. Specializing in Lindy Hop, Collegiate Shag, Balboa and Bal-swing, their dynamic dance partnership is founded on a blend of intentional vision, applied experience and passion.  

Jeremy & Laura continue to be in demand as professionals in the global swing and jazz dance community. They offer a range of learning opportunities including:  workshops, private lessons, mentorship opportunities, instruction videos and online dance classes.  

A learning environment with Laura & Jeremy commonly results with students honing their individual strengths, developing their own style while improving in areas that they feel are weak. Dancers & event organizers seek Jeremy & Laura out for their distinct methods of critique, guidance and encouragement.

Fast feet, creative content and love for expression through improvisation have resulted in numerous international championship titles, appearances in music videos, commercials and on television.  Some of Laura & Jeremy's most memorable performances include, Frankie 95 Memorial Show, ABC’s hit TV show, "Dancing with the Stars" and a recreation of the original dance scene from the Soundie,  "Maharaja."

Find them at elevatedrhythm.com

Bobbie & Annabel

Bobbie White

Bobby White is known worldwide for his individual dance style, expressive teaching methods, and floppy hair.

He is a passionate dancer of Balboa, Lindy Hop, and Solo Jazz and has won many national and international championship placements in those dances, which he teaches all over the world. His welcoming nature and humorous personality are complemented by his passion for the dance and in-depth instruction.

He is dedicated to exploring the art form and history of swing dance, as shown through his well-read blog, Swungover, and the story-telling talks that he delivers at events. He is the emcee of Lindy Focus and other events

Annabel Quisao

Annabel is known far and wide for her huge grins and prodigious laughter on the dance floor. Always a student of music and a lover of swinging jazz, she was addicted to the communication and spontaneity of Lindy Hop upon her first exposure to it in 2003 at Colgate University. She continued to delve into swing dancing while at Penn State where she was also introduced to Balboa, Blues dancing, and Collegiate Shag.

Through the years, she has social danced, taught, and competed in equal measure. She enjoys the challenge and camaraderie of competition, taking home top prizes in such events as the International Lindy Hop Championships, All Balboa Weekend, and the California Balboa Classic.

Her enthusiasm for teaching began even earlier, first as a music theory instructor, and then as a swing dance instructor and curriculum developer in her local scenes from Penn State to Memphis to Boston to Washington, DC. In her teaching, Annabel emphasizes technique and critical thinking to give students the tools to explore their own abilities, inspire their partners, and have a good time!