About Suzana Gossett...

Updated 11.12.09

Suzana Gossett, born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, began ballroom dance lessons in high school.  SHe competed in American Rhythm and American Smooth as a junior for one year.  With the excitement of success and the love of dance, she continued her training and passed her first teacher's exam in 1986.

As a professional teacher and competitor she has competed in many events across the country in which she has been awarded with several Regional and National Top Teacher Awards.  Suzana holds many professional dance titles including National American Rhythm Champion.  Suzana owned and operated her own dance studio from 1989 - 1998.  She also organized a regional dance competition, from 1988 - 1998, called the Great Lakes DanceSport Championship.

Suzana is certified in both American and International styles of dance, holding her Ballroom and Latin certification with N.A.D.T.A. (North American Dance Teachers Association).  Suzana is also certified as an Adjudicator for Dancesport Competitions, and has been a National Coach for 16 years, training staff and students in numerous states.

Currently Suzana is an independent Dancesport professional who organizes an annual Ballroom and Latin dance show called Mardi Gras Showcase held every February.  (Please see sidebar link)  Also coaching competitors, holds group classes and workshops. gives technique and styling lessons, and adjudicates in both International and American styles.

"A dream to be lived and shared"

Suzana Gossett

Email Suzana or call (414) 299-0217

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