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The moments that lit up the
swing world.
Iconic Footage
The moments that lit up the
swing world.
Iconic Footage
These are the clips dancers still talk about — the fast‑tempo showstoppers, the crowd‑roaring Strictlys, the performances that blew up online and helped define a generation of Collegiate Shag & Lindy Hop. Pure energy. Pure chemistry. Pure Steve & Chanzie!
Stephen Edward Sayer
𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿 is an internationally respected dancer, instructor, and choreographer, and a 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟮 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗮 𝗦𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗲. Originally from Ohio, he began dancing at sixteen and later settled in Los Angeles, where he earned multiple championship titles in Lindy Hop and Collegiate Shag. 𝗪𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗴, Stephen’s “LA Shag” style blends authentic vintage movement with contemporary musicality and has influenced dancers across the U.S., Europe, and Asia. He is considered the leading Shag dancer in the world. A prolific choreographer, Stephen creates competitive teams and showcase pieces for Camp Hollywood each year. He also revived two historic dances — 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗶𝘁𝘁𝘆 𝗚𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵— which pair naturally with his signature fusion style, Swingin’ Soul. Known for his open‑arms teaching philosophy, Stephen builds supportive, joyful environments where dancers of all levels feel welcome and inspired. He continues to teach, perform, and choreograph globally, contributing to the preservation and evolution of American vernacular jazz dance.
MEET THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE MAGIC
FOUR POWERFUL
SEE THE ENERGY, CREATIVITY, AND MUSICALITY THEY'RE BRINGING TO CALGARY
Steve Sayer and Chanzie Gomez have influenced and inspired dancers around the world with their distinctive styles, creative choreography, and dedication to Lindy Hop and Collegiate Shag.
Beyond their artistry, Steve and Chanzie are known for their warmth, friendliness, and deeply inclusive teaching style.
Their classes make dancers feel welcome, supported, and capable - whether they're brand new or highly experienced.
Teaching Moments
Teaching Moments
Where the magic becomes yours.
Warm, musical, rhythm‑driven, and ridiculously fun — Steve & Chanzie bring the kind of teaching energy that fills a room and lifts everyone in it. These clips capture their clarity, their humor, and the joy they bring to every class.
INSTRUCTOR BIOGRAPHIES, CREDENTIALS AND TEACHING BACKGROUNDS
Chandrae (Chanzie) Gomez
𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗮𝗲 “𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝘇𝗶𝗲” 𝗚𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘇 is a world‑renowned dancer, choreographer, and educator whose career spans major 𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗺, 𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀. Known for her clear, welcoming teaching style and deep commitment to vintage street dances, she brings a rare blend of professional experience and authentic community connection to dancers of all levels. She began her artistic journey as a competitive gymnast before discovering contemporary dance at Dance Vision in Portland, Oregon. Her dedication and talent earned her a scholarship to 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 in Hollywood, where she completed its prestigious professional program in 2006. With training in 𝗝𝗮𝘇𝘇, 𝗛𝗶𝗽 𝗛𝗼𝗽, 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗻, 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲, Chanzie has worked with many of Los Angeles’ leading choreographers across film, television, music, and stage. Her credits include the feature film 𝗕𝗮𝗯𝘆𝗹𝗼𝗻, Adele’s “𝗢𝗵 𝗠𝘆 𝗚𝗼𝗱,” Jason Mraz’s “𝗜 𝗙𝗲𝗲𝗹 𝗟𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴,” and performances for artists such as 𝗔𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗮 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗸𝗹𝗶𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗞𝗮𝘁𝘆 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗿𝘆. She has contributed to projects with 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗹, 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘀, 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲𝘀, 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮, and the touring productions Swing Is the Thing and Let’s Dance with Pops Conductor Jeff Tyzik. Despite her wide‑ranging commercial success, Chanzie’s heart is in teaching. She is known for her warmth, intuition, and her precise approach to body mechanics and partner connection. Her classes make dancers feel supported, capable, and inspired — whether they are brand new or highly experienced.
Behind the Scenes
Behind the Scenes
Their Story. Their Spark.
Their Journey.
Their story. Their spark. Their journey.
Featuring rare moments and documentary excerpts from the movie Alive and Kicking, this is the heart of their partnership — the early days, the rehearsals, the laughter, the grind, and the spark that made them unforgettable. It’s the soul behind the show — and the spirit they’re bringing to RMLF. * Want to watch fullscreen? Tap "Watch on Youtube"
Jason Warner
Jason has been teaching, DJing, and building swing dance community for over 𝟮𝟳 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀, and co‑runs Suburban Swing — one of Canada’s longest‑running Lindy Hop venues. Known for his warm personality, clear instruction, and deep love for social dancing, Jason brings an inviting, high‑energy presence to every class he teaches. He will be teaching the 𝗗𝗼𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝘂𝗴 workshops at Rocky Mountain Lindy Festival, a joyful trio dance where one lead partners with two follows — full of playful patterns, big smiles, and crowd‑pleasing shapes. Jason will also be spinning tunes throughout the weekend as one of our guest DJs. In addition to his teaching and DJing, Jason serves as the festival’s 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿, ensuring smooth operations, great flow, and a welcoming atmosphere throughout the weekend.
Inside their creative world.
From Chanzie’s powerhouse all‑girls shag team to their combined wildly creative choreography projects — including the iconic Bowling Alley, California Jubilee and vintage 50s Let’s Twist Again — these moments showcase the joy, innovation, and community that define their work. This is the movement, the storytelling, and the creativity they’re bringing to Calgary.
