Group & Private Dance Instruction and Entertainment!
~Styling ~Technique ~Choreography ~Weddings & more..
*West Coast Swing
*East Coast Swing
*Country
*Ballroom
*Latin
Our Biography's:
Marina Gutsch -Mollmann
Born in Santa Monica, California, at age 3 she started dancing jazz and ballet. By age 9, she began performing with the Beverly Hills and Brentwood Cotillions in Ballroom, Swing, and Latin. Soon after she was instructing for the group. In 2007, Marina joined a professional dance team and began traveling, performing and competing across the United States. At age 12, Country Western and West Coast Swing were introduced into the dance mix, quickly she became addicted to these styles of dance. Marina has earned much recognition for her achievements in dance, including the prestigious US Open Swing Dance Champion Title and the Golden Ticket Tour Champion.
Marina’s talents stretch beyond the dance floor. She is an accomplished lead stylist and owner of Marina’s Hair Studio. She is often invited to be the hair and makeup stylist for performers and competitors at many Ballroom, Swing and Country dance events across the country. Her passion, determination and dedication have served as positive examples for many in following where life may take you. Her outgoing personality, genuine love and excitement for hair and dance blend well and contribute to her continued success.
Tony Gutsch
Born in Santa Rosa, California, Tony is proud to still be able to call this beautiful area home. In 1990, he began his dance training in the Ballroom community and Country Western Dance followed later. While dancing in Country Western, he was fortunate to travel, compete, judge and teach across the country at numerous events. His smooth talent has earned him many titles including the prestigious World Champion title in Country Western dance. When introduced to West Coast Swing he quickly became hooked by the energy of the dance. He is known and admired across both dance communities as an incredible dancer and teacher. Tony’s passion and support truly shines both on and off the dance floor.
The Gutsch's
Born in Santa Monica, California, at age 3 she started dancing jazz and ballet. By age 9, she began performing with the Beverly Hills and Brentwood Cotillions in Ballroom, Swing, and Latin. Soon after she was instructing for the group. In 2007, Marina joined a professional dance team and began traveling, performing and competing across the United States. At age 12, Country Western and West Coast Swing were introduced into the dance mix, quickly she became addicted to these styles of dance. Marina has earned much recognition for her achievements in dance, including the prestigious US Open Swing Dance Champion Title and the Golden Ticket Tour Champion.
Marina’s talents stretch beyond the dance floor. She is an accomplished lead stylist and owner of Marina’s Hair Studio. She is often invited to be the hair and makeup stylist for performers and competitors at many Ballroom, Swing and Country dance events across the country. Her passion, determination and dedication have served as positive examples for many in following where life may take you. Her outgoing personality, genuine love and excitement for hair and dance blend well and contribute to her continued success.
Tony Gutsch
Born in Santa Rosa, California, Tony is proud to still be able to call this beautiful area home. In 1990, he began his dance training in the Ballroom community and Country Western Dance followed later. While dancing in Country Western, he was fortunate to travel, compete, judge and teach across the country at numerous events. His smooth talent has earned him many titles including the prestigious World Champion title in Country Western dance. When introduced to West Coast Swing he quickly became hooked by the energy of the dance. He is known and admired across both dance communities as an incredible dancer and teacher. Tony’s passion and support truly shines both on and off the dance floor.
The Gutsch's
Together, in 1999 Tony and Marina began to dance and teach together, traveling, judging, performing and competing across the country. They are one of Northern California most sought-after instructors. In 2006, they won the UCWDC Division 1 Championship title, adding to their list of accomplishments. They are owners and instructors of the Gutsch Studios based in Santa Rosa, California. They both teach many forms of dance including West Coast Swing, East Coast Swing, Country Western, Ballroom and Latin. Taking great pride in sharing their love of dance and working with their students is evident both on and off the dance floor. They continue to be one of the most admired couples in the community. They feel truly blessed that they are able to continue to dance and share their passion and love of dance with others.
