Joey Rohde is a professional ballroom instructor and performer who discovered his passion for dance in 2007. What began as a student journey quickly grew into teaching and performing in Gaylord, Michigan, where he trained in Tap, Ballroom, Modern, Hip Hop, Adagio, Ballet, Lyrical, and Jazz. In 2009, Joey became a full-time professional ballroom instructor and performer in Mishawaka, Indiana. In 2012, Joey competed with his professional partner at the United States Dance Championship in the Professional American Rhythm division, earning placement as a Mambo finalist. That same year, he won the World Pro-Am Theater Arts Championship with his student. In 2013, Joey was honored as Top Teacher in Myrtle Beach. Joey believes dance is more than movement—it’s expression, connection, and self-discovery. As he says, “The cool thing about my job is having moments where I can teach someone how to express, feel, dream, and love a little stronger, a little deeper—becoming fearless enough to open up to themselves and truly respect the moment.” For Joey, dance is about discovering self-worth and creating moments of happiness through movement.
Nicole Majewski