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Jak Michael Ryan

Ballroom and Latin Instructor

 

 

 

Jak was born in Melbourne, Australia.  It's safe to say Jak was always supposed to dance given his parents were Australian champions and his aunties and uncles were world semi finalists, all of which owned a dance studio together!

There was clearly no escaping a pair of Cuban heels and a lifetime in the Ballroom/ Latin world. 

Jak's career began being coached by his family.  Jak's dedication earned him many titles in Australia, all whilst honing his teaching skills in the family studio and schools around Australia. Teaching was always just as important as learning for Jak.

At the age of 18 , ever hungry,  Jak decided to venture to the United States to form relationships and gain knowledge from some of his favorite dancers and the top coaches in the business.  From then on,  Jak continued to be absorbed and pass on information from some of the best dancing minds of all time. 

Jak has dedicated his entire life to the purity and authenticity of Latin American dance. 

Jak takes great pride in entertaining, educating and empowering.  His mission

has always been to create dancing you can feel instead of just see whether it be his own or empowering others.

"I love this place!!! Dance Institute provides my son a second home where the instructors have shown a real interest in developing his skills and nurturing his love of dance. Professional staff, polite kids and great parents too!!!!" - Esther S.

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"DI is not only teaching your kids dance, it is a place for kids to grow up with big personalities, understanding team spirit and harvesting friendships." - Hannah W.

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"Linda, your staff is wonderfully responsible and are always so kind helping to make being a part of the institute a continued inspiring experience! Thank-you again for all that you and your staff do to make learning in your institute continuously fun and fulfilling. My daughter is very thankful to be attending your teachers classes and appreciates very much whenever they have extended their kindness..." - Andrea M.

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"The best studio in Austin if you want to become an amazing dancer! Top notch instructors, facility, and opportunity to train with some of the world's top talent brought in from all over the world!"         - Casie S.

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"I'm really proud of all she's done at DI.  It's really helped her become a more confident and skilled dancer.  I was really amazed by all the kids at the show.  All their hard work really showed.  You all do amazing things with the kids and it's really appreciated." - Sue B.

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Austin, TX 78730

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