Fifteen years ago, Craig began social dancing, and he was immediately attracted to Country Western dancing.  He began learning the UCWDC (United Country Western Dance Council)  Competetion Dances: Triple Two Step, Polka, Nightclub Two Step, Cha Cha, Waltz, Country Two Step, East Coast Swing, and West Coast Swing.  He quickly added Hustle. 

In 1997, Craig started competing on the United Country Dance Council circuit, eventually winning the Diamond Classic 3 World Title in 2001. Craig also has competed in numerous World Swing Dance Council conventions, placing in West Coast Swing, Hustle, and Nightclub Two Step J&J and Strictly Swing contests.

In 2005, Craig started teaching competitive Country Dance, and has enjoyed coaching and dancing Pro Am with a number of students in the Portland area as well as several in  Texas and California.   During this time, Craig continued to develop his dance by studying both the rhythm and smooth syllabus courses offered by the UCWDC. Craig’s goal is to “help my students become more confident and successful dancers.”