Mark Ballas Dance and Performing Arts Studio

Zach Morris - Studio Manager  Professional Dance Experience (12 Years) 

Zach has been partner dancing and teaching for over ten years. Having started training through the Fred Astaire School of Dance he became well versed in all of the American Style Ballroom and Rhythm dances. In addition to many years of ballroom training, recent years have seen Zach  focus his training on the more social style dances including Salsa, West-Coast Swing and Batchata. Combining fun and silliness with a real sense of duty Zach is known for imparting dance knowledge in a thorough, digestible and welcoming manner.

Timea Potys- Junior Latin Teacher/Latin Coach

Timea has been dancing since she was four and is a professional ballroom dancer registered by the World Dance Council and NDCA (National Dance Council of America) and a performer, choreographer and instructor. She is currently a Professional Latin Rising Star Finalist and an Open Professional Latin finalist.

Christopher Li - Advanced American Ballroom/Rhythm and International Latin/Standard Teacher 

Christopher has been teaching, competing, and performing for over 8 years. In previous years Christoper was a founding officer and president of the San Jose State Dancesport Team and an instructor at Premier Ballroom Studio.

As an active competitor he has been to many different competitions, including USA Dance Nationals and NDCA Nationals. He specializes in International Standard Ballroom, International Latin, American Rhythm, and American Smooth.