Meet Rebecca!
Operations Manager
Nickname: Becca, Bec
Hometown: Lynchburg, VA
What brought me to Nashville: We moved our family to the Nashville area 7 years ago because we loved Tennessee in general, and landed in the Nashville area to be close to family.
My history with Dance: Most people are surprised to find out that I don’t dance! At least not for other people lol. My job is purely on the sidelines of the dance floor, but I love watching our amazing team dance!
What drew me to line dancing: I love line dancing because I’ve seen how easy it is for people of all ages and backgrounds, from all parts of the world, and with every variation of athleticism to learn! It allows them all to come together and share a common, joyful experience learning to line dance!
How I found Stompin’ Grounds: Stompin’ Grounds Owner Tessa Sturm and I were friends in college, and reconnected when we both moved our families to the Nashville area. When I was looking for a new job, they were also looking to expand the Stompin’ Grounds admin team, so they reached out – and it was the perfect fit!
My favorite thing about Stompin’ Grounds Classes: I love how much fun they are! We hear over and over again how our classes were a highlight in someone’s trip. I truly consider it a blessing to be part of the team that brings people joy!
My favorite thing about working for Stompin’ Grounds: Our team at Stompin’ Grounds is like a family! I love how much everyone loves what they do, and I love how happy dancing makes people. We get to be part of peoples forever memories – and that’s priceless!
Fun Fact: I have dual Canadian/American citizenship.
My Faves:
Local Spot to Eat: Fattoush Cafe
Place to Eat on Broadway: Raising Canes or Ole Red
Tourist Attraction: The Gibson Garage
Hidden Gem: Any of the smaller Honky Tonks and bars downtown – the big name places are fun but the smaller places have the character and embody the true heart of Nashville!
Line Dance: My favorite dance to watch our team perform is Walk the Line
Thing to do in Nashville: Listening to live music – whether it’s in concert or free in the bars on Broadway. There’s so much amazing hidden talent in Nashville!
Classic Country Song: Strawberry Wine by Deanna Carter
Current Country Song: Tennessee Whiskey by Chris Stapleton
Meet Jason!
Instructor
Nickname: Blake
Hometown: Nashville
What brought me to Nashville: Born and Raised
My history with dance: I’m self taught, and I’ve been dancing since I was 9 years old.
What drew me to line dancing: It’s a hobby that meshed perfectly with my ADHD.
How I found Stompin’ Grounds: I was working security at George Jones for a Stompin Grounds event, and they recruited me after they saw me dancing.
My favorite thing about our classes: I love that we have customers from literally all over the world.
My favorite thing about working with Stompin Grounds: Getting to entertain our guests, and making them laugh with my stupid jokes.
Fun Fact: I was a Marine before Stompin’ Grounds
My Faves:
Local spot to eat: Hattie B’s
Place to eat on Broadway: Assembly Food Hall
Tourist Attraction/Activity: Local Whiskey Tastings
Hidden gem: Corsair Distillery and Taproom
Line dance: T.G.I.F. to Greenlight by Pitbull
Thing to do in Nashville: I’m a homebody, but when I go out I enjoy dancing at the Palace
Classic country song: 10 Rounds with Jose Cuervo
Current country song: Miles On It by Kane
Dance to Teach: Boot Scootin’ Boogie
Meet Mallory!
Instructor
Nickname: MalPal
Hometown: Austin, Texas
What brought me to Nashville: I moved here with my family when my parents jobs relocated
My history with dance: Line dancing was a social activity and a hobby for me for many years before finding a professional aspect through Stompin’ Grounds, and I’ve been line dancing now for 3+ years.
What drew me to line dancing: The local dance community, and building friendships through that community.
How I found Stompin’ Grounds: I took a class with my family as a bonding activity, and quickly realized I wanted to be part of the Stompin Grounds family!
My favorite thing about our classes: Our intimacy with our guests. I love getting to meet people from all over and mingle with customers. I love that I get to be a part of their Nashville experience!
My favorite thing about working with Stompin Grounds: Getting to share my love of dance with others!
Fun Fact: I was a ranch hand before I started working for Stompin’ Grounds.
My Faves:
Local spot to eat: Martin’s BBQ
Place to eat on Broadway: Raisin’ Canes
Tourist Attraction/Activity: Donut Tour
Hidden gem: The Patterson House
Line dance: Cyber Remix
Thing to do in Nashville: Dancing at the Palace
Classic country song: How Do You Like Me Now? By Toby Keith
Current country song: Love Somebody by Morgan Wallen
Dance to Teach: Miles On It
Follow me on Instagram and Tiktok! @MalloryStrock
Meet Em!
Instructor
Nickname: lil bit, Eminem
Hometown: Bardstown, KY
What brought me to Nashville:
College at Middle Tennessee State University where I studied Audio production. I wanted to be a musician in Nashville!
My history with Dance:
I’ve been dancing since I was 5, and have a diverse background in ballet, jazz, hip-hop and Pom. I’ve been line dancing for 4+ years!
What drew me to line dancing:
The community! I love connecting with other dancers all around the world at conventions, competitions, etc.
How I found Stompin’ Grounds:
My bestie Jason, another Stompin Grounds dancer, brought me in!
My favorite thing about Stompin’ Grounds Classes:
My favorite thing about our classes is our guests – I love meeting people from all over the world! Dancing brings everyone together – from all ages and walks of life. I think how personal our classes are is what makes them special; and it’s a comfortable setting for those who don’t normally dance.
My favorite thing about working for Stompin’ Grounds:
I love my coworkers, and I love that teaching gives me confidence. Dancing is a fun form of fitness and I love getting to do it all week long.
Fun fact about me: I have 60 pairs of cowboy boots in my collection.
My Faves:
Local Spot to Eat: Bottle Cap
Place to Eat on Broadway: The Stillery
Tourist Attraction: Country Music Hall of Fame
Hidden Gem: The thrift shops in east Nashville
Line Dance: Cyber Remix or PYT
Thing to do in Nashville: line dancing at Nashville Palace
Classic Country Song: Sophronie by Jimmy Martin
Current Country Song: Jesse by Charles Wesley Godwin
Dance to Teach: Hicktown
Follow me on Instagram and TikTok! @emmdowns
Meet Lisa!
Instructor
Meet Lisa!
Nickname: Little Lisa
Hometown: Orange County, CA
What brought me to Nashville: I visited Nashville on a trip – and immediately fell in love! I came back quickly for a return visit and just knew I was supposed to live here. And now I do!
My history with Dance: I have loved music since I could remember. When I was growing up my family always had music on, and we would dance together. I experimented in hip hop when I was growing up, and then when I found my first line dancing bar about 5 years ago I fell in love – and have been line dancing ever since!
What drew me to line dancing: The community! I love that people from all different walks of the earth can come together and share their love of music and dance. It’s been the most welcoming experience.
How I found Stompin’ Grounds: I found Stompin’ Grounds 5 years ago when I went to a line dancing night that they were hosting at the George Jones. Then I started working for them about 2 years ago!
My favorite thing about Stompin’ Grounds Classes: I LOVE that the #1 rule is to have fun! Our classes are all about having the best Nashville experience, and I love seeing everyone learning to line dance while having a blast!
My favorite thing about working for Stompin’ Grounds: I love that I get to be a part of everyone’s Nashville experience and create lifelong memories. Teaching for Stompin’ Grounds feels like family and it’s what drew me to them! We all get to share what we love to do together.
Fun fact about me: When I’m not line dancing, I act part time in the music video industry!
My Faves:
Local Spot to Eat: Blanco
Place to Eat on Broadway: Raising Canes
Tourist Attraction: Live music! There is no end to amazing music in this city!
Hidden Gem: Song Writer’s rounds
Line Dance: Fuego
Thing to do in Nashville: listen to live music and dance!
Classic Country Song: I Hope You Dance by Lee Ann Womack
Current Country Song: The Painter by Cody Johnson
Follow me on Instagram and TikTok! @lisamariepezzarello
Meet Lauren!
Instructor
Nickname: Lolo
Hometown: North Port, FL
What brought me to Nashville: I moved to Nashville to be a line dancing instructor!
My history with Dance: I’ve been line dancing for about 4 years, along with taking technical classes every week.
What drew me to line dancing: It allowed me to turn off my thoughts and lose myself in a dance. I love feeling the music and being able to add my own flair to the dances.
How I found Stompin’ Grounds: A friend sent me their post when they were looking for dancers and encouraged me to audition, and I did! I joined their team late spring of 2024 and haven’t looked back since!
My favorite thing about Stompin’ Grounds Classes: Getting to meet people from all over the world and share my love of and the fun of dance with them.
My favorite thing about working for Stompin’ Grounds: Our team has the best, most goofy and fun coworkers that make every day a blast. I also love when we get to perform at special events off Broadway!
Fun fact about me: I spent 7 months backpacking through Europe and Australia.
My Faves:
Local Spot to Eat: 12 South
Place to Eat on Broadway: Hot dog stands – don’t knock it til you try it!
Tourist Attraction: CMA Fest
Hidden Gem: Honkytonk Tuesday at East Side Bowl
Line Dance: Dance Her Home
Dance to Teach: Boot Scootin’ Boogie
Thing to do in Nashville: Watch my boyfriend Tanner Burch (@tannerthehillhippie) play music on Broadway!
Classic Country Song: Drink, Swear, Steal & Lie by Micheal Peterson
Current Country Song: Give a Cowboy a Kiss by Cody Johnson
Follow me on Instagram @laurenmichiiee and TikTok @laurenmichelle_dance
Meet Joshua!
Dancer
Nickname: Josh, JP, J
Hometown: South Holland, IL
What brought me to Nashville: Attended and graduated from Lipscomb University with a B.S. in Civil Engineering, then bought a house with one of my friends in the area.
My history with Dance: I started line dancing my sophomore year of college at what was the Wildhorse Saloon (now Category 10) Downtown Nashville, and at Cahoots in Lebanon.
What drew me to line dancing: I love the structure and freedom each dance offers. Once you have the steps, you can add whatever personal flair or style you want.
How I found Stompin’ Grounds: My best friend invited me to join a flash mob on Broadway during CMA fest, and afterwards Dustin asked if I wanted a job!
My favorite thing about Stompin’ Grounds Classes: Seeing the variety of people from across the world come learn line dancing (Notable Mentions: Australia and Egypt)
My favorite thing about working for Stompin’ Grounds: My coworkers are some of the most amazing people I’ve ever met and I love them all <3
Fun fact about me: I did cheer for two years in college and can do a backflip.
My Faves:
Local Spot to Eat: Sushi O Sushi
Place to Eat on Broadway: Taco bell Cantina
Tourist Attraction: Category 10
Hidden Gem: The Well Coffeehouse
Line Dance: Out Like That to Going Out Like That –
Bummerman Remix by Reba McEntire
Dance to teach: Miles On It
Thing to do in Nashville: Line dancing (obviously) and Disc golfing
Classic Country Song: How Do You Like Me Now?! by Toby Keith
Current Country Song: Beautiful As You by Thomas Rhett
Follow me on Instagram and TikTok!
IG: jpurnell_25
TT: sportsjp6771
Meet Austin!
Dancer
Nickname: Monkey
Hometown: Nashville born and raised
What brought me to Nashville: A stork
My history with Dance: I’m self taught, and have been line dancing for 6 years
What drew me to line dancing: It was a place I could go and act a fool and be myself and not have to worry about anyone because they were being weird right along with me.
How I found Stompin’ Grounds: I participated in a flash mob with the group on Broadway and love every second of it! And the rest is history.
My favorite thing about Stompin’ Grounds Classes: Meeting you guys! Interactions with people who have been dancing for a while or have never danced before are amazing. Getting to see so many folks from all different walks of life all in one room is awesome.
My favorite thing about working for Stompin’ Grounds: Having the chance to turn my hobby into a career, I couldn’t imagine a greater group to do it with either.
Fun fact about me: I was at one point ranked top 300 in the world in Mario kart on the switch.
My Faves:
Local Spot to Eat: Party fowl
Place to Eat on Broadway: Raising Canes
Tourist Attraction: Local whiskey tastings
Hidden Gem: Writer’s rounds at any of the local bars
Line Dance: Cyber Remix
Dance to teach: Hick town
Thing to do in Nashville: line dancing at the palace
Classic Country Song: 40 days and 40 nights
Current Country Song: The Booze Cruise