Your trainers
Both national and international experts will lead the 40-minute workshop sessions.
Creative Energy & International Line Dance Community
Ben Murphy is from Düsseldorf and works as a line dance instructor, choreographer, and host. His passion for dance began with West Coast Swing, which eventually led him to discover line dance. Together with Sascha Wolf, he launched the International Line Dance Flashmob —a project that connects dancers around the world and strengthens the international line dance community.
Achievements & Commitment:
– Co-founder of the International Line Dance Flashmob
– A choreographer who has won multiple international awards
– Two-time winner of the prestigious Crystal Boot Award
– Over 20 choreographies published on CopperKnob
– Hit songs such as "My Only Baby " and " A Bar Song " that have gained worldwide popularity
Workshops & Formats:
Ben’s workshops combine modern music, clear step sequences, and a motivating learning environment. He places particular emphasis on solid technique without losing sight of the fun. With great passion, he blends different styles and conveys the diversity and vitality of line dancing. His open personality, musical intuition, and enthusiasm for the community make his workshops inspiring experiences for dancers of all levels.
Clear structure and creative ease in line dancing
Daniela Seidel is an active line dance instructor and choreographer from Germany. Since 2019, she has been regularly publishing her own dances on CopperKnob—her first choreography , "Celine," appeared in November of that year. With a keen sense of music and precise teaching methods, she develops modern choreographies that impress with their flowing movements and easy-to-understand structure.
Achievements:
Publication of several dances on CopperKnob, including "Everytime (de)" (February 2025) for absolute beginners and "Suena (de)," a 48-count easy intermediate waltz. Her works cover various levels—from absolute beginner to easy intermediate—and are musically and choreographically precise.
Information about the workshops:
Daniela's workshops combine modern music, clear structure, and motivating lightness. With her calm, friendly manner, she creates a pleasant learning atmosphere that appeals to both beginners and advanced dancers. Her current choreographies bring fresh momentum and creative diversity to the German-speaking line dance scene.
Creativity, structure and stage presence in line dancing
Brief description:
Rudi Nunes de Sousa is an ADTV-certified dance teacher, creative choreographer and a permanent fixture on the German line dance scene. Since 2016, he has been inspiring people in courses, shows and at festivals with his structured, warm and motivating style. He discovered his passion for line dancing during a training course with Sascha Wolf and has been teaching regularly in Freiburg and at major events ever since.
Achievements:
Long-time trainer of the swing formation "The Swinging Peps" with a lot of stage experience, creative developer of own line dance choreographies and co-organizer of the Line Dance Festival in Rust & Freiburg.
Information about the workshops:
Rudi's workshops impress with their clear structures, technical finesse and lots of energy. With his friendly and motivating manner, he creates an open learning atmosphere in which dancing is simply fun - ideal for anyone who wants to develop their creativity and improve their dance skills.
Line dancing with heart, humor & aha effect
Sebastian Buttgereit is a passionate dance teacher - and has dedicated himself entirely to line dancing. What once began by chance is now an integral part of his life and his mission: to connect people with fun, music and movement. Clear choreographies, good vibes and a genuine understanding of dancing are his focus.
Achievements:
- In demand as a line dance trainer at national festivals
- Teaches with a clear methodology and lively didactics
- Known for his humor, his empathy and his very own style
Information about the workshops:
Sebastian's classes are more than just counting and joining in - they are experiences full of energy, musical feeling and little surprises. He not only teaches steps, but also the joy of dancing and the desire to try things out. Those who dance with him learn, laugh and often discover new sides to themselves - with aha moments and good humor guaranteed.
Energy, talent and precision in line dancing
Brief description:
Sascha Wolf discovered his passion for line dancing in 2015 - and went on to have a stellar career. With impressive speed, he danced his way to the top internationally. Today, he is one of the most sought-after line dance instructors in Germany and inspires with his energetic style and clear technique.
Achievements:
European Champion and Vice World Champion in Line Dance (2018), international top rankings at renowned competitions in a very short time.
Information about the workshops:
Sascha stands for powerful choreographies, precise technique and motivating lessons. His workshops are dynamic, structured and full of energy - ideal for anyone who wants to take their performance to the next level. Whether you are an ambitious amateur dancer or a competition participant: Sascha meets everyone where they are.
Heart and soul, experience and joie de vivre in line dancing
Brief description:
Julia Radtke has been line dancing since she was a child and has over two decades of experience. Originally from Brandenburg, she moved to Freiburg in 2009, where she has been teaching with great passion ever since. As a certified NTA teacher and licensed Bwlcw assistant coach, she passes on her knowledge in a structured way and with a lot of passion.
Achievements:
German champion in the Line Dance Novice class (2021) and successfully completed NTA training with all five Dance Fundamentals exams.
Information about the workshops:
Julia's courses are all about fun, motivation and a relaxed learning atmosphere. She knows how to encourage beginners and advanced dancers alike and give them a little break from everyday life. With her open manner, her sense of humor and her wealth of experience, she ensures exciting hours full of dancing fun and a sense of community.
Musical flair, experience, and the perfect dance floor atmosphere
Frank Kromer is an experienced DJ and event host who has been a fixture on the line dance scene for many years, providing professional sound and a keen sense of atmosphere. With his passion for music and his ability to read the crowd, he creates smooth transitions and maintains a consistently lively atmosphere on the dance floor.
His musical style is diverse, ranging from country to pop to modern line-dance hits —always perfectly tailored to the moment and the dancers’ energy.
Achievements & Commitment:
– Many years of experience as a DJ and host in the line-dancing scene
– Regular work at events, parties, and festivals
– Specializes in musical dramaturgy and crowd reading
– A blend of technology, timing, and entertainment
Sets & Style:
Frank Kromer is known for his diverse, danceable sets with a clear structure and perfect flow. His music puts everyone in a good mood, brings dancers together, and turns every event into an unforgettable experience.