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Ron Bennett
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 The Yuletide Ball began in November 1988 as an anniversary
celebration dance. For fun, we added some competition the following
year. Over time, the event grew into a full-fledged Dancesport
Championship.
Our New Year’s Eve Gala has always been an important and integral
part of The Yuletide Ball. The J.W. Marriott welcomed us with open
arms when they realized that we were a well-behaved group that
wouldn’t trash the hotel as some other groups had done in past New
Year celebrations. We are there to dance for fun, for competition, to
learn and to celebrate.
We’ve seen many star studded professional shows and exciting
competitions over the years. Most valuable, though, are the numerous
friends we have acquired who continue to support our event. Thank you
sooooo much!
When you join us this year, be sure to ask about “the birds”
or “the fallen bartender”! Many things, both beautiful and quirky,
are stashed away in our memory box. We’d love to share them with you.
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Garry Gekhman
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 Garry was born in the former USSR in a Siberian city named Tomsk.
When he was seven, his friend asked him to accompany him to ballroom
dance class. Since that day his dancing journey began. Thirty years
and two immigrations later Garry accumulated many dancesport titles.
. Israeli National Champion, undefeated, in Latin, Standard and Classic Show Dance.
. Undefeated U.S. Classic Show Dance Champion and World Vice-Champion.
. Finalist in British (Blackpool) , International and U.K. Rising Star Standard Division.
. Professional performer on 'Dancing with the Stars'.
Garry delights in coaching the younger generation to dance. He lives in Virginia
with his family and is the co-owner of Chevy Chase Ballroom.
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Irina Sarukhanyan
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 Irina was born in Armenia. Beginning at age 6, she began her dancing
career studying ballet, ballroom and Armenian folk dance. At the young
age of 16, she directed her own formation team and managed her own
dance studio.
Irina's many dance titles include:
. Armenian National undefeated 10 Dance Champion.
. 4 times USA and World Finalist in American Smooth.
. 2006 Ohio Star Ball Show Dance Champion.
Happily married, she has recently moved to Maryland.
Irina is the co-owner of Chevy Chase Ballroom.
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