Peter Flahiff began swing dancing in 1993 and started teaching just one year later. He’s taught across the United States and around the world, including Herrang Dance Camp (Sweden,)  Lindy Focus (USA,) Camp Hollywood (USA,) California Balboa Classic (USA,) Balboa on the River (Australia,) and many others. Peter has been a featured DJ at The Snowball, The Experiment, California Balboa Classic, and Camp Hollywood, to name a few. He’s also a noted coach, lecturer, emcee and competition judge.

Today, Peter counts some of the world’s top dancers and instructors as his own former students. Peter’s worldwide reputation is as a highly sought-after social dancer and instructor. He helped create several thriving venues over the years (Rusty’s Rhythm Club in Los Angeles, ATOMIC Ballroom in Orange County, and Eastside Stomp in Seattle.

Please reach out via email for information about private lessons.

Brittney Caraway, affectionately known as Sweet B, is thrilled to return as a DJ at Balorado for her third year. With a profound love for music and an extensive knowledge of jazz, she has built a successful career that captivates audiences and keeps dance floors vibrant. A talented dancer and extraordinary jazz singer based in Denver, Brittney delights her fans with an eclectic mix of fun tunes. 

 Lauren Smith is a sought-after DJ at many major swing dance events, including California Balboa Classic, Snowball, Camp Hollywood, Camp Jitterbug, Hot Rhythm Holiday, The Balboa Experiment, and Balorado, as well as many other events around the world. She regularly trains up-and-coming DJs and hosts DJ workshops locally and internationally. 

Shana Worel’s passion for music predated her love of swing dance. Growing up, classical piano, marching band and jazz band occupied her time, giving her a musician’s perspective on creating and interpreting music. This directly affects the music that she plays as a DJ and her dancing. She loves talking about music and helping new DJs learn, so ask her a question. Or ten. Or fifteen if they’re about Lionel Hampton.