Eleanor Robertson | Owner

Eleanor Robertson opened Rigby's Jig Dance Studio in 2003. She started dancing at the age of 3 at Martinique School of Dance here in Richmond. Eleanor graduated from The George Washington University with a Bachelor's in Theatre & Dance. She enjoys spending time with her husband Tim and their beautiful daughter Bella, who already cuts a rug at Rigby's Jig! Her favorite dances are West Coast Swing, Hustle, Cha Cha & Tango.

Chris Broom

Chris Broom was born and raised in Mechanicsville, Virginia. He graduated from Lee Davis High School in 1990. Chris enjoys golf, competitive archery, in-line skating, fishing, and numerous other outdoor activities with his 2 sons, Collin, 13, and Mason, 5. 
"I am thankful everyday for the opportunity to bring the joy and communication of partner dance to the community."
Chris' favorite dances are Argentine Tango, Niteclub, Salsa, and West Coast Swing.

Ashley Byrd

I've been teaching at the Jig since 2005.  I love working with beginner dancers and my approach to dancing and instruction is fun with a capital F.  I don't take myself too seriously and I love to see my students cut loose on the dance floor.  My favorite dances at the moment are Cha Cha, Nite Club Two Step and West Coast Swing.  When I'm not on the dance floor, I'm with my two awesome children, Sydney and Harry V. 

Tammy Davis

Tammy Davis is a Virginia native but grew up living all over the US. At eighteen she made the decision she was tired of moving and made Richmond home. Today she lives in Henrico with her husband Kenny and 13 year old son Mayson along with several pets.
Tammy loves to dance,listen to music, work with the community and hang out with friends. She first started dancing (line dancing) at Little Texas and Dakota's in the 90's and has been dancing and learning many styles since.
I love to teach at Rigby's Jig and hope to empower those that think they have two left feet ~ they can dance and have fun.
Tammy's favorite dances are West Coast Swing, Cha-Cha, 2-Stepand Waltz.

David Headly

David was born and raised in the Philadelphia area. He lived in Tallassee, Florida for 19 years and moved to Richmond in 2000 where he works full-time as a high school teacher at Collegiate School. He has his B.S. in physical chemistry from Juniata College in 1981 and his Ph.D. in nuclear chemistry from Florida State University in 1987. He met Eleanor in Richmond, David a student and Eleanor a teacher, and followed her to her new studio on West Broad Street where he began working with Eleanor in the spring of 2005. David has been dancing since 1990.

Nicole Juliett Libby

Nicole moved to Richmond the beginning of 2010 from New York City where she was the Executive Producer and Business Manager for the Actor’s Harbor Theatre and Snug Harbor Cultural Center. Having been a musical theatre performer since the age of six, Nicole has a strong dance background and discovered the art of partner dancing at Rigby’s Jig where she is currently not only an instructor but also serves as Special Events Coordinator. She is thrilled to be a member of the Rigby’s Jig family!

Angel Rodriguez

Angel A. Rodriguez Serrano, originally from New York, has participated in international dance events and has been instructing different types of Latin dances for over 20 years and Ballroom for over 10 years in Puerto Rico, New York State, North Carolina and is now here in Richmond. Warning: Angel's classes are held in a moving hip zone and maybe considered too hot for some.

Marvin Simms

I recently retired from the State of Virginia after 34 years of service in the fields of both IT and Finance. I've now been teaching ballroom dance for 4 years. My favorite dance changes periodically but currently I'm enjoying West Coast Swing and Night Club Two Step just a little more than other dances. The Waltz is one of my favorite dances to teach.

Sarah Warnick

Sarah Warnick, an instructor at Rigby´s Jig since 2004, comes to the ballroom world with a background in classical dance. While growing up in Tidewater, she trained and performed with the Virginia Beach Ballet and later with the University of Richmond´s University Dancers. A graduate of University of Richmond and University of Virginia, Sarah is a Spanish instructor and content developer with the Virginia Department of Education. Although she enjoys all styles of dance, her favorites are swing, tango and salsa.