Amy Adams grew up in Eastern Washington, where she could often be found tap dancing on the living room table, creating dance routines with her cousins, or choreographing in her sister’s room (using the record player without permission). Her love of dance was evident from an early age, prompting her parents to enroll her in ballet classes at just 8 years old. In 8th grade, Amy moved to Kirkland, Washington, where she expanded her training to include a variety of dance styles, most notably jazz. From that point on, a jazz dancer was born! She trained and competed at regional and national competitions and conventions, studying with dance industry educators and choreographers including Randy Allaire, Bill Prudich, Carol Connors, Mandy Moore, Mia Michaels, Joe Tremaine, and Doug Caldwell. After many years of teaching dance, Amy now calls Bend, Oregon home. She is the proud co-owner of The Dance Connection Bend, alongside her partners, Lauren DuBose and Paige Hargous. Amy is passionate about inspiring the next generation of dancers to love dance, be kind humans, and of course, shake their butts and have fun. Amy is thrilled to be participating in her second year of Dancing with the Central Oregon Stars in support of a wonderful cause. Thank you to everyone who supports Sparrow Clubs!