Caleb Stettler - Master Instructor

Hello, I am Caleb Stettler! I am the instructor for Advanced TDT. I have been a part of TDT since 2009. During my time here, I have served in multiple capacities. I have taught the following classes: FootSteps, Intro, Intermediate 1 and 2, and on occasion some steps at Advanced. It is hard to say what my favorite dance is. I love the challenge each dance has to bring. I also have been a member of the Leadership Team since the summer of 2013, as well as a member of the Exhibition Team since 2011. Now, here are some fun facts about me! I have played baseball my whole life, usually in the outfield. I enjoy all outdoor activities and have recently been interested in woodworking. My wife, Lindsey, and I have three pets: two golden retrievers and a rescue tabby cat. I have a full-time job in roofing, and I really enjoy construction as well. Being a part of TDT through the years has not only taught me amazing dance skills, but what it also means to be a leader personally and professionally. Most importantly, it has made me aware of what my responsibilities are in marriage with Lindsey. I truly love this ministry, and I am so excited to meet you!

Hello, I am Joshua Pierce. I am 24 years old and have been at TDT for 13 years. I am a fan of good jokes and terrible puns. Two of my hobbies outside of TDT are auto maintenance and reading. Lastly, I am a firm advocate for the rights of pineapple to be on pizza!
In my time at TDT I have developed a more empathetic view of the concerns of others. I have also developed more confidence and been afforded the opportunity to make good friends that I don’t think I would have met anywhere else. I am told that I entered TDT as an angry 12-year old and have ended up as a cool and mellow instructor!

​I’ve been a part of That Dance Thing since 2016 and I’ve been a part of the Leadership Team since 2018. I have always enjoyed being a part of TDT and I have not only learned how to dance, but also to lead well, and ultimately how to truly be myself. I enjoy teaching students how to dance as much as I love to dance. It’s amazing to see a class of students learn a step and really enjoy it. TDT has been one of the greatest decisions of my life.

My name is Evan Dunnavant. I have been a part of TDT since 2018, and a part of leadership since 2023. Some of my hobbies include soccer, target shooting, auto repairs, and of course, dancing. TDT has been a large part of my life, and I don’t know where I’d be in life without the manners, conversational skills, and confidence I have gained from this ministry. As I continue learning to become a teacher, I look forward to the many more years of fun and dancing at TDT.

Hello! I am April Dunnavant. I have been around That Dance Thing since 2021 and have learned more than I ever could've expected. I had already known a little about ballroom dance before arriving at TDT, but I had never seen it illustrated through such a Christ-centered lens before. Ballroom dance displays a beautiful picture of what it is to be a follower of Christ, allowing and trusting Him to lead you through life and all of the unknowns. The gentleman leads with strength and grace so that the lady is able to follow with assurance, knowing he will guide her. What freedom that brings! My favorite dances would have to be the Waltz, Swing, and Foxtrot.Outside of this ministry, I am a Manager at Sonshine Folk School Farm and enjoy helping teens learn agriculture and construction. 

When you come to TDT, I hope you find freedom in who God has called you to be and joy as you worship Him on the dance floor. 

Hi, my name is Julia Rimbey. I have been with TDT since 2017. My favorite dances are the Rumba and the Tango. When I am not at TDT, you can find me hiking with friends, going to musicals, or developing my photography skills.Many people think of TDT as just learning how to dance, but it is so much more than that! In my years at TDT, I have learned the art of conversation. I have learned the strengths in leading and the importance in following. I have even met some of my best friends at TDT! But most importantly, TDT teaches you how to get out of your comfort zone and pushes you to be the best that you can be. It is such a wonderful community to be a part of. I am looking forward to spending a great year with all of you!

Hi! My name is Ellison Rimbey. I started dancing at TDT in 2017. I love all of the dances, but the waltz will always be my favorite.

I have many hobbies and interests. Some of my favorite ones include: soccer, running, baking, and beating my family and friends at board games.

It feels like just yesterday when I walked through the doors my first night, greeted by such welcoming and smiling faces. It didn't take long for me to fall in love with TDT. The dancing, the friends I've made, and the life lessons I've learned, are things that will stay with me forever!

Hello, I’m Matti Swistock! I’ve been part of TDT since 2016 and joined the Leadership Team in 2023. Some of my favorite dances are waltz, cha cha, and polka. In my free time, I love to read, spend time with my siblings, and take scenic drives. One of my favorite things about TDT is the confidence and social skills students gain throughout the year. It’s amazing to see once shy, quiet students become vocal and confident in themselves among their peers, and even adults, inside and outside of TDT. Another excellent aspect of TDT is the focus on glorifying God with our actions and showing Him through our work.

Hello my name is Micah Dunnavant! I have been coming to TDT since 2021. Before joining, I watched my brothers from the back of the ballroom. TDT has really shaped me as a person, a friend, and a brother, through learning to lead on the dance floor and cementing my relationship with the Lord. My favorite dances would probably be Samba, Waltz, and Swing. Outside of TDT, I am a member of a Soccer team, I am a licensed amatuer radio operator, and I own a lawn/handyman business. I can't wait to get to know all of you!