Kelly Young

Kelly has been swing dancing since finding lindy hop at Atomic Ballroom in 2012, but her love for dance started at age 7 with ballet classes.

She has been lucky enough to study with some of the modern greats such as Laura Keat, Jo Hoffberg, and Jeremy Otth. As a competitor Kelly has partnered with some of the best leaders in LA/Orange County, including Andrew Jose and Matt Richey which has resulted in regional and international wins in both lindy hop and balboa events such as the National Jitterbug Championships, the International Lindy Hop Championships, and Hot Rhythm Holiday.

Aside from competing Kelly also teaches weekly classes at Atomic Ballroom with topics ranging from lindy hop, balboa, and solo jazz. Her classes are all based on the values of musicality, technique, and self expression.

You can also find Kelly on the social dance floor at many of the weekly venues in LA/Orange County as both a sought after dancer and DJ. She is known for her musicality, creativity, and a little extra spice!