Founder/Lead Line Dance Instructor!
Carol-Ann Bourdeau
The Scuff Em Up Line Dancing Story
If you're looking for a boot scootin’ and scuffin’ good time you came to the right place. I have always believed that movement is the best medicine. Back in high school, I completely transformed my life through fitness, and I was convinced that would be my lifelong career path.
But, as they say, life rarely goes as planned.
In the 1990s, I discovered line dancing, and I absolutely fell in love with it. It combined the physical benefits of exercise with fun, community, and pure joy. Eventually, I realized I didn't need to choose between my passions—I could bring them together.
That’s how Scuff Em Up was born.
From the start, I wanted to do things right, which meant ensuring I was qualified to teach. I am now fully certified through Step Up The Line, allowing me to combine my technical knowledge with my passion for health, fitness and line dancing.
What sets me apart is the raw energy and genuine passion I bring to every single session. It is not only about mastering the steps, it is about moving with a smile on your face and feeling the stress melt away with every stomp.