"...Ian has been such a positive influence at our dance studio. He has helped encourage great friendships among the girls, treating all girls equally regardless of ability. Ian’s enthusiasm for dance is inspiring to the girls in his class. The girls love going to his class. He has way about him that makes him very approachable..." -Jodie Ramsdell (Student, Jenna Ramsdell)

"...Ian is a great instructor because he listens to the dancers and makes any class or practice fun. He pushes them to be their best, and challenges them to give 110%. He gives constructive criticism to his dancers without making them feel defeated. He has a fun, energetic way of getting results..." -Jennifer Dixon (student, Kate Dixon)

"...both my girls had classes with him and responded very well to his style of teaching. Ian has a no no-nonsense style, which we have at home, but he also makes it very fun in the classroom. He has a way of encouraging the kids and making them believe they can do whatever they choose, but also lays down the law so the kids work hard. Most of the time the kids don’t even realize they have been working non-stop and sweat dripping hard for the duration of the class because Ian brings laughter and accomplishment into the class also..." -Charise Eliason (Students, Janelle & Cassie Eliason)

"...I had the opportunity to get to sit in on one of the classes and I was completely blown away. Not only is it an incredibly structured and engaging class, Ian teaches in such a way, that the Level 2 kids are pushed to limits they did not know they had inside of them, while the Level 3 kids are still engaged and learning as well. Everyone is treated as equals and he truly focuses on each student and on making sure they are learning and enjoying the choreography, but still learning the fundamental techniques..." -Morgan Terry (Student, Abigail Terry)

"...He provides energetic classes that significantly challenge dancers in all aspects: technique, performance, movement quality, catching onto choreography quickly, etc. Ian does not simply throw a master class at his students- he strives to leave a lasting, important message that dancers can apply to their weekly classes with their regular instructors. Having Ian at our studio is always a breath of fresh air and I know that our dancers will leave his class feeling inspired, challenged and positive about their dancing..." Stephanie Harper, Owner of Harper & I Dance Studio, Bellingham

"...I was thrilled to bring in Ian after my students took a master class from him at Dance Masters of America in Washington. My students really loved his energy, choreography and teaching style. They talked about him the entire way home. When I booked Ian for a two day workshop last summer (2016), the kids were beside themselves!" -Kathleen Van De Veere, Owner + Director of Van De Veere Productions, Oregon

"...He is a strong and versatile dancer with a beautiful sense of movement.  Ian is an inspiring instructor with much to offer technically, choreographically, musically and artistically. He is always timely and respectful. Our students always enjoy working with him and request his return..." -Stephanie Wood-Ennett, Owner + Director, Studio West Dance Academy, Olympia