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Teachers  

The Core Weekender boasts an exceptional teaching team — all dedicated to inspiring, energising, and transforming your dance.

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Caine Langford

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Caine Langford is the creative force behind SILC Saturday and SILC Sunday in Bristol, renowned for his high-quality teaching across the genre. At Core, you’ll find him providing the SILC Ice Breaker class leading insightful masterclass Creativity and Conversation for smooth-style dancers. Expect clarity, connection and musical finesse from a true SILC specialist.

  • Friday 8-9pm SILC Ice Breaker Foyer- SILC Club

  • Saturday 12:30pm - 1:30pm Masterclass - SILC Advanced Plus Moves - (Adv+) Priestly - Tango Suite

  • Sunday 2:15pm - 3pm   Masterclass - Creativity and Conversation - (Int)

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Ekow

Mercure Hotel Daventry core Weekender

Ekow Oduro is a highly respected and multi-talented partner dancer and competitor. He began his dance journey with Salsa in his teens and later expanded in to Ceroc, bringing his own creative flair and passion. Ekow has achieved significant competitive success, including winning many Ceroc Open titles. His innovative teaching style focuses on musicality, connection, expression, and smooth transitions, making his classes inspiring for dancers at all levels.

  • Saturday 1:45pm - 2:45pm Masterclass - Intro to Zouk -  (All) Charles - Blues Den

  • Sunday 1pm - 2pm Masterclass - How to Win a Competition -  (All) Charles - Blues Den

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Josie Thomas

Mercure Hotel Daventry core Weekender

Josie Thomas, with her signature red hair, is a lively and experienced Ceroc teacher with over 14 years in the dance world. Known for her clear, supportive style and infectious enthusiasm, her classes are welcoming, fun, and full of practical tips to help dancers gain confidence and improve their style. Josie’s passion for dance shines through in every session, creating a space where dancers of all levels feel inspired and motivated. Join Josie at the Core Ice Breaker on Friday at 7pm for a class full of energy, learning, and fun.

Friday 8-9pm Core Ice Breaker Daetree - Main Room

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Adele Wright

Mercure Hotel Daventry core Weekender

Adele is a popular Ceroc teacher based at Fleet in Berkshire, known for fun, engaging classes packed with practical tips. She discovered Ceroc, fell in love, and now shares her passion with others. At Core, Adele leads Step Up Moves on Saturday mornings, helping dancers take their beginner skills to the next level with style, confidence, and plenty of fun. On Sunday mornings, she also offers a refreshing outdoor walk around Daventry Reservoir (weather permitting), a chance to recover and recharge after a night of dancing.

  • Saturday 10am - 11am  Step Up Moves - (Int) Danetree - Main Room

  • Sunday 9:30am - 10:15am Meet Here for Resevoir Group Walk Foyer - SILC Club

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Tony & Haley

Mercure Hotel Daventry core Weekender

Tony and Hayley are enthusiastic Ceroc teachers known for bringing fun, energy, and plenty of smiles to every class. Their Ceroc sessions and Baby Aerials masterclasses leave dancers with new moves, boosted confidence, and a memorable experience every time.

In addition to Baby Aerials, Tony also leads Stretch, Pilates, and Mindfulness sessions, offering something for both your dancing skills and overall wellbeing.

  • Saturday 10-11am Pilates Strong Leisure Nightclub Well-being

  • Saturday 11.15-12.15pm Stretch & Relaxation 

  • Saturday 11.15am - 12.15pm Mindfulness (All)

  • Sunday 10:30am - 11:30am Class - Masterclass - Baby Aerials -  (Adv) Charles - Blues Den

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Jordan & Shannon

Mercure Hotel Daventry core Weekender

Jordan and Shannon have a wealth of experience. As teachers and competitors, they’re always at the forefront of modern dance technique and musical interpretation. The dynamic duo are providing instruction on all levels of SILC, from Foundation, Progressive and Developmental. There SILC connection and conversation Masterclass  is a must attend  for those wanting to push there abilities in the genre. Join their classes to level up your dancing with fresh ideas, skills, and inspiration.

  • Saturday 11.15am - 12.15pm Intro to SILC - Foundation (Int)

  • Saturday 1:45pm - 2:45pm Masterclass - Showstopper Moves -  (Adv) Priestly - Tango Suite

  • Sunday 1pm - 2pm Class - SILC Developmental -  (Adv) Danetree - Main Room

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Catriona Wiles

Mercure Hotel Daventry core Weekender

Catriona is a special guest teacher in West Coast Swing, known for her elegance, musicality and playful technique. A lifelong dancer, she trained across multiple styles before discovering WCS in the USA.

She won the 2002 Swing Fling Cabaret Division with Robert Royston and has spent over 20 years teaching and developing the UK social dance scene through West Coast Swing UK.

  • Saturday 11.15-12.15pm Masterclass - West Coast Swing 1 - Rhythms That Define Your Dance - Priestly - Tango Suite

  • Saturday 3pm - 4pm Masterclass - West Coast Swing 2 - Cool Kid Moves - Priestly - Tango Suite

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Tim Stevens

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Tim has over 28 years of dance experience, specialising in Ceroc and Street Dance, with a strong focus on solo body movement and groove. A long time competition judge and compère, he returned to competing in 2025, earning multiple top-three finishes and proving that age is just a number. Tim’s classes explore dips and drops, developing personal style as a leader, and adding funky groove and play into your partner dancing.


  • Saturday 3pm - 4pm Funk & Play - (Int+) Danetree - Main Room

  • Sunday 10:30am - 11:30am Masterclass - Leaders Styling - (Int+) Priestly - Tango Suite

  • Sunday 1pm - 2pm Masterclass - Dips & Drops - (Int+) Priestly - Tango Suite

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Victor DeVito

Mercure Hotel Daventry core Weekender

An experienced weekender teacher (some would argue the best of the modern generation), Victor will be bringing you some great moves with precise technical detail, to ensure you’re dancing to the best of your ability. Your new moves will wow your friends (or judges!) on the dance floor!

  • Sunday 10:30am - 11:30am Class - Cogs & Tandems - (Int+) Danetree - Main Room

  • Sunday 2:15pm - 3pm  Masterclass - Centripetals & Rides - (Adv) Charles - Blues Den

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Greg & Lynn

Mercure Hotel Daventry core Weekender

Greg and Lynn are passionate about all things SILC. Watch out for 'Se7en', a move building masterpiece that gives you all the tools you need to find your own creative streak, and 'Together, not Opposed', which explores how different movements impact your connection and musicality. Never taking themselves too seriously,  expect plenty of laughs as you learn bags of technique and walk away with the ability to express yourself with confidence. 

  • Saturday 1:45pm - 2:45pm Together, not opposed - SILC Progressive - (Int+) Danetree - Main Room

  • Sunday 11:45am - 12:45pm Masterclass - SILC Se7en - Greg & Lynn (Int+)  Priestly - Tango Suite

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Marc n Rachel

Mercure Hotel Daventry core Weekender

Mark and Rachel are experienced teachers whose passion shines through every class. Drawing on their Ceroc, Blues, and Tango heritage, they bring inspiration, new skills and a deeper appreciation for rhythm and connection. Kick off with the Blue Fusion Ice Breaker on Friday at 8pm and spend the evening in  a Blues & Expressive DJ sets. Then they have a Blues Fusion Masterclass on Saturday before DJing in the evening. They complete the weekend  with Blues and Tango DJ slots on Sunday.

  • Friday 8pm -9pm Blues Fusion Ice Breaker Charles -Blues Den

  • Saturday 7pm- 9pm Blues Fusion Masterclass 

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Tor Khan

Mercure Hotel Daventry core Weekender

Tor is a dynamic and highly respected lead with more than 15 years of experience teaching Modern and Expressive Blues. A former multi‑year National Blues Champion, she shifted her focus from competition to education, later serving as a Blues judge and earning a reputation for her distinctive, emotionally charged style. For the past two years, Tor has brought her extensive Blues expertise to Ceroc, sharing the knowledge she has developed over many years of teaching across the UK and Europe. 

  • Saturday 11.15-12.15pm Masterclass - Modern Blues - Int) Charles - Blues Den

  • Saturday 3pm - 4pm Masterclass - Expressive Blues - (Int) 

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Dale St Rose

Mercure Hotel Daventry core Weekender

Dale St Rose is a highly regarded Ceroc teacher based in London, known for his smooth, musical teaching style and competitive success. He has a rich mix of dance influences—including Zouk, Bachata, Kizomba, West Coast Swing, and slow “Smood” dances. Affectionately nicknamed “Smood,” he’s praised for infusing musicality and soul into every lesson. A decorated competitor, Dale also contributes to major Ceroc franchise events, teaching both upbeat and chill-out classes. 

  • Saturday 12:30pm - 1:30pm Masterclass - Intro to Kizomba (All) Charles - Blues Den

  • Sunday 11:45am - 12:45pm Class - Blocks & Redirection (Int) Danetree - Main Room 

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Becky Musk

Mercure Hotel Daventry core Weekender

One of our outstanding teacher graduates of 2025, Becky from Ceroc Essex is quickly making waves with her vibrancy and enthusiasm. Her Commercial Dance masterclass is full of energy, encouragement, and fun, inspiring daners to enhance their solo skills! Hot New Moves will get you ready to shine on the dance floor. She’s a rising star whose passion for dance is contagious.

Sunday 11:45am - 12:45pm Masterclass - Commercial Dance - (All) Charles - Blues Den

Saturday 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm Hot New Moves (Int+) Daintree main room

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Darren & Zoe

Mercure Hotel Daventry core Weekender

With over 30 combined years of passion and expertise, Darren and Zoe teach and dance all four major Argentine Tango styles - Traditional, Milonga, Vals, and Nuevo - and both can lead and follow with equal confidence and skill. You'll experience the perfect blend of technical excellence, emotional intelligence, and pure joy for the dance. 

Darren and Zoe don't just teach tango - they live it, breathe it, and share it with a generosity that transforms every event into something special.

Friday 8-9pm Tango Ice Breaker Priestly - Tango Suite

Saturday 8pm - 9pm Tango Class - Darren & Zoe - Tango Suite

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Lyndsey Hill

Mercure Hotel Daventry core Weekender

Lyndsey is Ms Rock ’n’ Roll, bringing energy, fun, and technique to every class. From Jive the 50s Way to dancing with the live band VINTAGE!, she helps dancers swing into Ceroc with confidence — yes, you can handle 120 bpm without breaking a sweat! 


Celebrating 20 years of teaching, Lyndsey is a Ceroc teacher and trainer with multiple Open and competitive titles. She delivers classes full of laughter, momentum, and musicality. 

  • Saturday 12:30pm - 1:30pm Swing into Ceroc - (All) Danetree - Main Room

  • Sunday 2:15pm - 3pm  Jive the 50s Way - Lyndsey Hill (All) Danetree - Main Room

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