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About Us
Finding Inspiration in Every Turn
Mr. Smooth is on the move on the international club style ballroom scene. Originally from Inkster, Michigan he teaches international club style ballroom dancing, a very popular style of partner dancing seen at many dance functions and clubs throughout the Great Lakes states in the Midwest. It is an eclectic mix, fusion, and hybrid of dance elements borrowed from other popular dances... Cha, Cha, Argentine Tango, Salsa, etc.
He teaches his particular form of it along with Graystone, Bop, and many popular hustle line dances in the metropolitan Detroit, Michigan area. He is internationally known for the grace, fluidity and precision on the dance floor. It is a sheer pleasure to watch and experience. It is no wonder so many have dawned and labeled a name for him … “Mr. Smooth.”
Our Vision
Mr. Smooth’s Vision is to become the premier club style ballroom dance of choice in Metropolitan Detroit, the major media/metro markets in United States, and the world.
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Our Mission
Mr. Smooth's Mission is to teach students and the community the power and grace of dancing. He is committed to promoting health and wellness through high quality affordable dance instruction.
Meet The Team
Our high quality team of dedicated dancers, volunteers, staff, and associates started as students or enthusiasts learning Mr. Smooth's club style.
Mr & Mrs Smooth
Mr. Smooth is on the move on the international club style ballroom scene. Originally from Detroit, Michigan he teaches international club style ballroom dancing, a very popular style of partner dancing seen at many dance functions and clubs throughout the Great Lakes states in the Midwest. It is an eclectic mix, fusion, and hybrid of dance elements borrowed from other popular dances... Cha, Cha, Argentine Tango, Salsa, etc.
He teaches his particular form of it along with Graystone, Bop, and many popular hustle line dances in the metropolitan Detroit, Michigan area. He is internationally known for the grace, fluidity and precision on the dance floor. It is a sheer pleasure to watch and experience. It is no wonder so many have dawned and labeled a name for him … “Mr. Smooth.”
He teaches his particular form of it along with Graystone, Bop, and many popular hustle line dances in the metropolitan Detroit, Michigan area. He is internationally known for the grace, fluidity and precision on the dance floor. It is a sheer pleasure to watch and experience. It is no wonder so many have dawned and labeled a name for him … “Mr. Smooth.”
Maurice Adams
I am currently a resident of Canton Michigan, originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (Go Steelers) and a graduate of the University of Michigan (Go Wolverines)! After my two children went off to college, I looked around for an activity my spouse and I could do together. For years I drove by the marquee in front of the Inkster Recreation Community Center offering Mr. Smooth “Ballroom lessons”. Finally, one day during my middle age years I went inside to inquire and was greeted by Mrs. Smooth who welcomed us with open arms. She made us feel amazingly comfortable as she explained the program and we watched Mr. Smooth teaching a huge class of at least 70 people. It looked like Fun and it was obviously very popular! We decided to sign up the following week. Two years after signing up for my first Mr. Smooth class in 2003, I volunteered to be a dance assistant and two years after that I was certified as one of Mr. Smooth’s ballroom instructors in 2007. Over the next 15 years, little did I realize at that time, Detroit Style Ballroom, as taught by Mr. Smooth, would open up a world of opportunity for me with mature partner dancing, travel, and dance teaching opportunities in state and out of state; dance competitions and dance demonstrations. I began teaching Ballroom Trio dancing on seven (7) of the twelve (12) Mr. Smooth Annual 7-day cruises. Also, I began teaching line dancing as Mr. Smooth would do at the end of his ballroom classes. As time went on, Mr. Smooth gave me the opportunity to teach line dancing, at MGM Casino (2008 through 2015) while he taught beginner ballroom. At Club Yesterdays 2007 through 2019 I assisted with ballroom class and taught line dancing. For several years, I continued teaching the combination of ballroom and line dancing at special annual events at the University of Detroit. Other venues included Eastern Michigan University annual fundraising event; many several private business retreats; several fraternity and sorority events; numerous church functions for couples; family reunions; multiple weddings for the Bride & Groom and wedding receptions; and more recently weekly dance classes at the N’NAMDI Art Center 2016 through 2020; weekly classes at Beacon Park operated by the Detroit Downtown Partners during the summer of 2021; and current weekly classes at the Oak Park Community Center with a focus on Detroit Style ballroom as and line dancing.
Mr. Smooth’s early dance lessons, along with his influence and encouragement opened up many wonderful opportunities for me in the world of Detroit Style ballroom and Line Dancing. I love teaching dance. I continue to be affiliated with all Mr. Smooth events and activities whenever I am needed. The dance is not over!
Mr. Smooth’s early dance lessons, along with his influence and encouragement opened up many wonderful opportunities for me in the world of Detroit Style ballroom and Line Dancing. I love teaching dance. I continue to be affiliated with all Mr. Smooth events and activities whenever I am needed. The dance is not over!
Annie Gill
My name is Annie Gill and I was born and raised in Helena, Arkansas. I graduated from HS in 1979 and went on the college and received my Bachelor’s Degree from Arkansas State University in 1983. Later I graduated from Arkansas State University with my Masters in 1984. I moved to Detroit Michigan and began teaching at the Willow Run School District. For 28 years I taught at the school.
I joined Mr. Smooth Dance Group in 2005. I have been a Certified Ballroom Dance Instructor for 17 years now. I joined this group because I love to dance and the group became my family away from home. Mr. & Mrs. Smooth brought so much joy and happiness to my life. They accepted me and introduced me to so many great experiences and people in the dance world. For that I will forever be grateful.
I joined Mr. Smooth Dance Group in 2005. I have been a Certified Ballroom Dance Instructor for 17 years now. I joined this group because I love to dance and the group became my family away from home. Mr. & Mrs. Smooth brought so much joy and happiness to my life. They accepted me and introduced me to so many great experiences and people in the dance world. For that I will forever be grateful.
Sandra Pinckney-James
My name is Sandra Pinckney-James. I was introduced to Mr. and Mrs. Smooth by my friend Melvin Knox in 2004
In 2006, I was thrilled to be offered the opportunity to be a Mr. Smooth Assistant. In 2008, I moved into the following 3 roles - Mr. Smooth Cruise Land/Hotel Coordinator; Mr. Smooth Travel Planner; and Mr. Smooth Class Reunion Coordinator.
Thanks to Tonia Williams (Mr. Smooth Instructor), I met my life partner Anthony James in 2017 at one of Mr. Smooth’s Classes. We were married in 2021, making us the 57th couple that married from the Mr. Smooth Ballroom Class.
In 2006, I was thrilled to be offered the opportunity to be a Mr. Smooth Assistant. In 2008, I moved into the following 3 roles - Mr. Smooth Cruise Land/Hotel Coordinator; Mr. Smooth Travel Planner; and Mr. Smooth Class Reunion Coordinator.
Thanks to Tonia Williams (Mr. Smooth Instructor), I met my life partner Anthony James in 2017 at one of Mr. Smooth’s Classes. We were married in 2021, making us the 57th couple that married from the Mr. Smooth Ballroom Class.
Fred & La Cheryl Wicker
La Cheryl and I met Mr. & Mrs. Smooth in 2004 at a Fashion Show that was orchestrated by Annie Gill at Willow Run High School. The Smooths were in attendance as special guests to demonstrate their Ballroom Style. The performance was so impressive it motivated us to learn the dance and over time we became a part of the Smooth Family as Assistants, Decorator, Coordinator, and an Administrator.
La Cheryl as a decorator, evolved into brainstorming themes and décor for Mr. Smooth Events. As an Administrator, my role evolved from preparing certificates for his 100+ student classes, to applying and securing Mr. Smooth’s business credentials for the Mr. Smooth Dance Cruises. Additionally, I booked the Mr. Smooth Cruises for a few years until it grew to a capacity that required a team that could manage the cruises on a full-time basis. As an administrator, I work behind the scenes managing data for cruises, assistants, meetings, etc. As a Cruise Coordinator, I work with vendors to obtain items for Smooth Cruises. While cruising La Cheryl is the ship’s liaison from pre-cruise to the end of the cruise assisting Mr. & Mrs. Smooth and the cruisers during his ship events. Being a part of Mr. & Mrs. Smooth’s Family has been an honor and a privilege.
La Cheryl as a decorator, evolved into brainstorming themes and décor for Mr. Smooth Events. As an Administrator, my role evolved from preparing certificates for his 100+ student classes, to applying and securing Mr. Smooth’s business credentials for the Mr. Smooth Dance Cruises. Additionally, I booked the Mr. Smooth Cruises for a few years until it grew to a capacity that required a team that could manage the cruises on a full-time basis. As an administrator, I work behind the scenes managing data for cruises, assistants, meetings, etc. As a Cruise Coordinator, I work with vendors to obtain items for Smooth Cruises. While cruising La Cheryl is the ship’s liaison from pre-cruise to the end of the cruise assisting Mr. & Mrs. Smooth and the cruisers during his ship events. Being a part of Mr. & Mrs. Smooth’s Family has been an honor and a privilege.
Leah Buggs
Leah M. Buggs is 50yrs young, born and raised in Pontiac, MI- (Yak Town Girl). She is the sibling to 2 sisters and 3 brothers in which she is the “baby girl”. She’s a proud Mother of 3 Beautiful Educated Children. Leah attended Ferris State University and Majored in Social Work. During her College experience she was inducted into Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. She continued with her education at Ross Medical Education Center and Graduated as a Certified Registered Medical Assistant. Leah worked 25yrs in Medical Billing until 2017 where she now works full time in Logistics at General Motors.
In 1989, Leah became Miss Congeniality for the State of Michigan, she’s an Actress at heart and has performed in several stage plays; “Fruit from a Tainted Tree” and “Family Secrets” to name a few. Leah enjoys Playing the Piano, Traveling and Meeting new people.
In 2012 she was introduced to Ballroom Dance. Leah started dancing in 2012 and in 2015 she met Mr. Smooth. From that point she found her new love in Ballroom Dance and can’t live without it.
In 1989, Leah became Miss Congeniality for the State of Michigan, she’s an Actress at heart and has performed in several stage plays; “Fruit from a Tainted Tree” and “Family Secrets” to name a few. Leah enjoys Playing the Piano, Traveling and Meeting new people.
In 2012 she was introduced to Ballroom Dance. Leah started dancing in 2012 and in 2015 she met Mr. Smooth. From that point she found her new love in Ballroom Dance and can’t live without it.
Ventura Ingram
I was Introduced to Ballroom dancing with Mr. Smooth in 2005 by my mother, JoAnna Arnold, and her husband, Orlando Arnold. After a few years, in 2009 I became a Smooth Assistant helping with the Basic and Advanced Ballroom classes and the Hustle Class taught by Maurice. As of now, I have attended three Mr. Smooth Cruises. I love Calvin and Jackie for teaching me how to dance, introducing me to the dance community, and for the people they are outside of dance. They are FAMILY!
Marcia Crutchfield
I started basic ballroom in 2002/2003 at the inkster complex. Then I joined the Mr. Smooth team as an assistant in 2005. September 13, I was so excited to been in the (Inkster Ledger Star with Mr.Smooth. April 15, 2012 I was officially certified asa ballroom Instructor by North 2 South Dance Connection under Mr Smooth.
Tonia Williams
My name is Tonia Williams aka Baby Girl and I became a student of Mr. Smooth in 2005 at the Inkster Recreation Complex. My dancing evolved over the years and I went from student to assistant and then I became one of Mr. Smooth’s first certified female instructors. I love being able to help others come to the ballroom lifestyle LOL. I have traveled and cruised all over the world with my Smooth Family and have no plans to stop because I’m straight out of Mr. Smooth & Company.
Beatrice Dalton
I grew up in Detroit, dancing all my life. I must say meeting Mr. Smooth through a mutual friend in 2010, down at Mr. Smooth‘s café, was an opening door to some fantastic memories. I was able to meet some long-lasting friends, which I enjoy tremendously. I started dancing with the class, caught on quickly, and soon became an assistant. From there we moved to Club Yesterdays and MGM. Every experience was just as thrilling. I enjoyed going on cruises every year. The camaraderie with the dance family is a beautiful experience and I have been having a ball ever since. I’m living life like it’s golden and still part of Mr & Mrs Smooth company.
Renee Perry
Currently 65 years of age. Associate degree in science. Retired Instructor in Residential Wiring. Retired Chrysler worker; Hobbies: Floral Culture, Promotion, and I’ve been dancing with Mr. and Mrs. Smooth since 2008.
Gail Bond
I have been a Mr. Smooth Assistant for 4 years. Been dancing most of my life for enjoyment and for exercise. Currently I live in Southfield, MI. I have one grown daughter and a beautiful 4-year-old granddaughter. If you’re looking for fun and keeping your health in shape, come out and dance. Mr. Smooth is the best!
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