Dancing with the Local Stars Pro Dancers
Carly Adams is back for her 15th year as a DWTLS Pro dancer. She works as a Registered Vascular Technologist at Muskegon Surgical Associates and is a dance instructor at Lakeshore Academy of the Arts. She is married to Jake, and they are blessed with two wonderful little boys. Carly loves dancing – of course! – and drawing, painting, hiking, and spending time with her beloved family and dog, Heath.
Erin Blais is a second year DWTLS Pro dancer and was a Community Star in 2020. She is the Owner, Operator and Artistic Director of Lakeshore Academy of the Arts in Muskegon. For the last 29 years, Erin has taught dance to children and adults, choreographed performances all over West MI, and since 2018, has been a nationwide competition dance judge. She is a member of the Hubbard Street Dance Company in Chicago and interned for A Chorus Line and the Tracy Ullman Show. Erin has three children, and she enjoys the beach, yoga and riding her motorcycle.
Francine Calandro is back for her 19th year as a DWTLS Pro dancer and is one of the choreographers for this year’s opening number. She is a Personal Trainer and Wedding Choreographer, and although retired from AgeWell Services after 18 years as a Fitness Specialist, she continues to teach some classes there. Fran’s greatest accomplishments are her three adult sons and grandchildren. She loves being part of Muskegon area events and flash mobs and hopes to do more traveling with her partner, Vince.
Byron Doss is a Senior Adjunct Professor at Grand Valley State University and Dance Instructor in the Grand Rapids area. He is back for his fifth year as a DWTLS Pro dancer and was a judge in 2023. He began dancing at age 19 while attending Calvin College and was soon competing in ballroom competitions earning multiple first place awards as an amateur. Byron started teaching and dancing professionally in 2012 and has been continuing to dance and compete since then.
Brittany Dupont is back for her second year as a DWTLS Pro dancer and was a Community Star in 2024. She is the Owner and Trainer at Breathe and Believe Fitness in Muskegon. She and her wife, Molly Hunt, love hiking and being adventurous. Brittany’s favorites include spending time with her family, taking on new challenges in the outdoors, and spending as much time on Lake Michigan as possible.
Brian Mosley is a fourth-year DWTLS Pro dancer and was a Community Star in 2022. He works for AgeWell Services as the Production Manager for Meals on Wheels. He is married to Rhonda, and they have four children and one grandson. DWTLS has rekindled his love for dance and performing on stage. Brian enjoys coaching boys and girls soccer at Mona Shores, giving back to his community, and he is a huge U of M fan.
Sandy Nolan is returning for her ninth year as a DWTLS Pro dancer. She is a former business owner and former model for Unique Models and Talent in Grand Rapids. She also appeared in the Disney+ movie, Lost Man Found. She is married to Dick, and between them, they have four children and six grandchildren who they follow in all their activities. Sandy is active in community events and is the current WDCC President. She has been involved in tap, jazz, swing and dance competitions for nearly three decades.
Michael Page, Jr. is returning for his eighth year as a Pro dancer with DWTLS. He is a dance instructor and DJ at Social Dance Studio in Grand Rapids. He teaches ballroom dancing and specializes in hip-hop, social Latin, and nightclub two-step. Michael is married to Emily, and they have two sons.
Debbie Paynich is thrilled to take the floor as a first time DWTLS Pro dancer alongside longtime Pro dancer, Mary Switzer. She was a Community Star in 2022, performed with the Entertainment Group in 2025 and 2026, and was a member of the Glamour Girls trio in 2026. A dancer at Lakeshore Academy of the Arts for the past several years, Debbie balances her love of dance with her career as a Financial Analyst at SAF-Holland. Off the dance floor she enjoys life with her husband, Trent, and her beloved kitty, Sophie.
Honorable Brenda Sprader, Muskegon County Probate/Family Court Judge, is back for her 19th year as a DWTLS Pro dancer. She has taught dance in the Muskegon community for over 25 years and hosted the cable television show Sidekicks Dance Ranch. She loves watching choreography come to life through teaching others to dance. Brenda also enjoys scuba diving and camping with her partner, Joe.
Mary Switzer is back for her 18th year as a DWTLS Pro dancer and is one of the choreographers of this year’s opening number. She has been in the health industry for over 47 years as a fitness specialist and gym owner, and is now joined with Lakeshore Academy of the Arts to continue her passion for serving the community. Mary is blessed with five children, their spouses, and eight grandchildren. She is passionate about making a difference in the well-being of others.
Heather TePastte returns for her fourth year as a DWTLS Pro dancer and was a Community Star in 2022. She is a Strategic Engagement Project Manager for Waséyabek and is a doctoral candidate in Organizational Change Leadership at Concordia University Irvine where she is nearing completion of her dissertation. Heather danced on the Michigan State University Dance Team and is a former professional dancer with the Chicago Bulls’ Luvabulls.
Joe Thompson is the Senior Supply Chain Analyst at Advantage Solutions and is a
first time DWTLS Pro dancer. He has been dancing for several years and is currently being coached by another of our Pro dancers, Byron Doss. Joe likes to paint, walk the dogs, play board and video games, and dance. He and his partner, Micki, love to hang out together eating in restaurants and watching shows.