Instructors / Judges
Red Dirt Dancing
Red Dirt Dancing
Red Dirt Dancing
Chris began his dancing journey in 2008 while in college (Texas A&M University-Whoop!). As the original creator of Red Dirt Dancing in 2018, he used the Facebook page to review local dancehalls and document his dancing journey as he attended group lessons and competed all over Texas and beyond! Sarah's dancing journey also began in colle
Chris began his dancing journey in 2008 while in college (Texas A&M University-Whoop!). As the original creator of Red Dirt Dancing in 2018, he used the Facebook page to review local dancehalls and document his dancing journey as he attended group lessons and competed all over Texas and beyond! Sarah's dancing journey also began in college (Where you ask? Also, Texas A&M University-Whoop!) but didn't begin taking off until late 2019/early 2020 when she was connected with the local Austin, Texas dance community. The two met while dancing (of course!) and began their journeys together in mid-2020.
With their roots in the dancehalls and technique from the studios, Chris and Sarah Ivey of Red Dirt Dancing mix fun with finesse to their dance. As of October 2025, the duo have taught over 3,000 + group and private lessons, performed at multiple shows, hosted multiple competitions, featured on local TV and Radio, organized several corporate events, performed at numerous festivals, perfected hundreds of wedding dances, been featured in over 10 popular country music videos, choreographed a movie "Side Step", and travelled across the United States and Canada helping communities cultivate their dance scenes.
Chris and Sarah have been trained by numerous World Champion dancers in many different styles of dance and firmly believe in life-long learning!
With over 100+ dance wins combined in Texas, Tennessee, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Florida, and Arizona, Chris and Sarah enjoy competing in dancehall-style competitions the most.
Mark Paulino
Red Dirt Dancing
Red Dirt Dancing
Mark is hard to miss with his iconic Mohawk & smooth and unique dance moves!
he started line dancing in 2013 and has many years experience instructing. His journey includes numerous competition victories, showcasing his skill and passion. As he continues to learn and evolve, his commitment extends to inspiring individuals globally, shapi
Mark is hard to miss with his iconic Mohawk & smooth and unique dance moves!
he started line dancing in 2013 and has many years experience instructing. His journey includes numerous competition victories, showcasing his skill and passion. As he continues to learn and evolve, his commitment extends to inspiring individuals globally, shaping a vibrant and enthusiastic dancing community.
Mark has brought many popular choreographies to the dance community such as Honky Tonk Way, Baby Slow Down, Rude Dude, Ohh Baby Baby, TatLO, Make the Rooster crow and many more!
Outside of dancing you could find Mark jamming out to some Karaoke emphasizing his fun loving nature he emits on everyone around him.
This year we are excited for him to share his passion for choreography with an hour call talking all about choreography!
Meet your event hosts
Jena Connell aka Jenergy
Jordan "Boot Scootin'" Billet
Jordan "Boot Scootin'" Billet
Jena started line dancing in 2006 when she attended her first lesson at Coyote Joes in Shelby Twp MI. It wasn’t long until she would fill in as sub and in early 2007 took over full-time where she had her first lesson. One night of dancing wasn’t enough and Jena found herself adding teaching nights each week at Toby Keith’s I Love This Ba
Jena started line dancing in 2006 when she attended her first lesson at Coyote Joes in Shelby Twp MI. It wasn’t long until she would fill in as sub and in early 2007 took over full-time where she had her first lesson. One night of dancing wasn’t enough and Jena found herself adding teaching nights each week at Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar and then at Overtyme in Waterford MI where she continues to teach each Wednesday. 2022 presented a partnership with The HUB Stadium Novi to offer monthly Friday dance parties! As excitement grew in the area a new weekly class emerged spotlighting instructor Jordan “Boot Scootin’” Billet. Spreading the love for line dance, Jena enjoys teaching in many capacities from her weekly classes, 1-1 private lessons, corporate events, even large festivals/fairs such as Faster Horses Festival in Brooklyn MI where she has instructed since 2017. Jena loves to choreograph as well! She has had the honor of working with many local musician friends including RJ Harper, Rob Stone (What I got) and The Family Tradition Band (Whiskey Shakedown). Some of her more well-known choreography includes Last Night (w/ co choreographer Jordan “Boot Scootin’” Billet), Southbound, Creek Will Rise and Halfway to Hell.
Jordan "Boot Scootin'" Billet
Jordan "Boot Scootin'" Billet
Jordan "Boot Scootin'" Billet
Jordan discovered line dancing in 2020 when him and some friends went to the diamond back saloon. He fell in love and started attending weekly classes with Phyllis Manier where he was given his first opportunity to teach and fell in love with helping others learn dances that he had used as an outlet. Jordan started to travel to many o
Jordan discovered line dancing in 2020 when him and some friends went to the diamond back saloon. He fell in love and started attending weekly classes with Phyllis Manier where he was given his first opportunity to teach and fell in love with helping others learn dances that he had used as an outlet. Jordan started to travel to many of the local bars and bigger ones across the nation to further his line dance repertoire. In 2022 he met Jenergy and started working with her to host dance events and has his weekly class at the Hub where the best of the bar will be held. Jordan has choreographed Last night, boot stomp stomp and Fumblin' and Stumblin. Jordan bring a passion for dancing he loves to spread to others.