Values and Guiding Principles for the County Pride Dance Club..... we believe in.
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Team work
Country Pride focuses on teamwork to communicate our values and build relationships
Appreciation
We believe in making people feel appreciated
Acceptance
As an organization we believe in being approachable, encouraging friendship through dance.
Empowerment
We believe in empowering and accomplishment to have organizational growth.
Dependability and Commitment
Country Pride Dance Club going strong since 1991
Passion
We are passionate about making your dancing experience fun.
Uniqueness
We believe in the uniqueness of each individual while using our leadership skills to help them learn and make a difference as we promote our vision.
***Contact Us***
Team work
Country Pride focuses on teamwork to communicate our values and build relationships
Appreciation
We believe in making people feel appreciated
Acceptance
As an organization we believe in being approachable, encouraging friendship through dance.
Empowerment
We believe in empowering and accomplishment to have organizational growth.
Dependability and Commitment
Country Pride Dance Club going strong since 1991
Passion
We are passionate about making your dancing experience fun.
Uniqueness
We believe in the uniqueness of each individual while using our leadership skills to help them learn and make a difference as we promote our vision.
Country Pride Board of Directors ****Video Interviews****
Rob Ironside - President
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Rob first learned how to dance as a kid in the country community in Everdell, Rocky Mtn House, and even as a teenager would enjoy the community dances. Started dancing more seriously with the Blue Norther Dancers in Edmonton in 1985, performed and competed on that team is the US, and all over Alberta. Entered his first couples dance competition in 1987. He then competed in many local, and international competitions. Started teaching dance in 1988.
In 1989 moved to Red Deer and was one of the founding members of the Country Pride Dance Club, started a team, and as choreographer took the team to a competition in Edmonton, and won first in their division. Became President of the Club, and helped build the club from the original team of 8 people that went to Edmonton to over 300 members. Was founder & director for the Red Hot Dance Festival that started in 1993 and ran until 2005. In 2001 competed in the UCWDC World Championships, and took 6th in his division, and 1st place Champions in Pony Swing. In 2022 competed again as a Pro at the worlds with one of his students. Has served on the board of the Alberta Country Western Dance Association since 1992, helped in rule development for local competitions, and helped to build communication in the dance community in Alberta. He also is President for Red Deer Cultural Heritage Society, board member for Tourism Red Deer, committee chair for the performing arts committee for the Red Deer Arts council & is a member of the National Teachers Association. Became President of the dance club again in 2010. Awarded the Mayors Recognition Award in 2017 for Community Builder. In 2017 he was also recognized by the Calgary Country Dance Stampede for Outstanding effort and contribution towards the sport of Country Western Dance. In 2023 he was also recognized by the United Country Western Council as a Pioneer for Country Western Dance for Canada over the last 30 years. " I am excited about taking the club to the next level, and sharing the passion of dance with a new generation of dancers. I want to provide an environment that people can lean, be challenged, and build friendships. To build a legacy with the club that will continue to preserve & promote country western dance. Ultimately to J have the community understand the importance of the arts and dance." tribute |
Adrienne Rowan - Vice President
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Adrienne moved to Red Deer in 2007 and was looking for a way to meet new people. Country Pride filled that void and she is now happy to say that some of her BEST friends are dance club members. She also thought she should learn how to dance properly and felt that Country Pride has given her that knowledge. "Join us, you will have the time of your life!" |
Jeanie Shields - Membership Director
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Jeanie wanted to learn to dance. When she would go out for an evening with friends, she would see people having a fun time partner dancing to different types of music. This fascinated and was entertaining to her. Even though she did not have a dance partner, she stepped out of her comfort circle and showed up for Sunday night lessons. She has since been involved with Country Pride for approx. 15 years. She has met many people, and formed priceless friendships along the way. She loves helping people learn to dance, see their joy and confidence grow. She understands the frustrations and the challenges that we all face when it comes to dancing. "As the Membership Director I enjoy greeting people as they register for dance lessons. I would like to invite everyone to come out, learn to dance, have fun and if you wish be involved with a great pastime that one can enjoy for years. " |
Andrea Warkentin - Fundraising Director
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Andrea joined CPDC in 2016 to learn to dance, something she had always wanted to do. In the past few years, Andrea has made some great friends while learning to dance and becoming involved in the executive role of fundraising. Andrea enjoys the fun exercise of dance and learning new styles of dance.
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Stuart Old - Grants Director
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Originally from BC, Stuart feels very fortunate to have discovered Country Pride Dance Club and the great people who are its members, who have always made him feel welcome in Red Deer! He first volunteered with the club in 2015 and discovered what a rewarding and supportive organization CPDC truly is. By helping people have experiences that money can't buy, both on and off the dance floor, this club offers something special and unique to central Alberta, and it is an honor to contribute to this. Stuart is proud to serve the club as Grants Director this year, and he looks forward to making some great memories in the months to come!
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Trinity Williams - Social Media Director
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Trinity learnt to dance at a young age and loves to dance. She enjoys the social aspects of dance that allows people to meet new people and visit friends. She was introduced to Country Pride and has competed at the Calgary Dance Festival. She has been involved with the club for 4 years immediatly joined the dance team and performs in the community for special events. She looks forward helping the club expand it's visibility through social media and getting the awareness of the club out to more people.
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Jessica Cuvay - Secretary
Jessica has always loved to dance and has been involved with the club a few times over the years. Recently
she decided to get involved again and take lessons. That step lead to her getting involved on the board as
Secretary. She look forward to meeting more people through dance and being involved on the team and help
to promote the club.
she decided to get involved again and take lessons. That step lead to her getting involved on the board as
Secretary. She look forward to meeting more people through dance and being involved on the team and help
to promote the club.
Kirstin Hunter - Treasurer
Kirstin love of dancing started with Old Tyme dances at a young age
and then into Country Dancing in the late 1980’s. It then took a turn in the 2000’s as she took up Scottish
Country Dancing and with her son became part of the Highland Dancing community. After her son graduated,
she wanted to get back to country dancing and found Country Pride. She joined the team that performed for
the 2019 Canada Winter Games and is also part of the club’s performance team. Her son jokes that it is now
his turn to sit in the audience and be the cheerleader. She has joined the Board as Treasurer and looks
forward to seeing the club grow through every ones love of dance.
and then into Country Dancing in the late 1980’s. It then took a turn in the 2000’s as she took up Scottish
Country Dancing and with her son became part of the Highland Dancing community. After her son graduated,
she wanted to get back to country dancing and found Country Pride. She joined the team that performed for
the 2019 Canada Winter Games and is also part of the club’s performance team. Her son jokes that it is now
his turn to sit in the audience and be the cheerleader. She has joined the Board as Treasurer and looks
forward to seeing the club grow through every ones love of dance.