Lora

Lora began teaching Ballroom & Latin Dancing at the age of 19.

From 1994 to 2002, Lora and her partner competed in the American Rhythm category and were Grand Finalists in many competitions, including the Ohio Star Ball, Emerald Ball, Virginia State Championships, Baltimore Washington Open, Texas Challenge, Embassy Ball, Constitution State Challenge, Yankee Classic, Philadelphia Dance Festival, Yuletide Ball, Florida State Dancesport Championships, Manhattan Dancesport & Northeastern Open Dancesport Championships.

Lora and her partner are the 1997 National American Rhythm Rising Star Champions and were ranked 4th in the country in the Open American Rhythm Championships in 1997 & 1998. They were also invited to dance in the World Mambo Championships from 1999 to 2002, where they placed as Finalists.

Lora retired from Professional competitions in 2002 to start her family, open up dance studios & run dance events, such as competitions & showcases. She also travels around the country judging competitions & coaching other professional couples. 

Today she is content spending most of her time in Chester at the NJ Ballroom Dance Center teaching social & competitive dance lessons.