Board Members
Sugarfoot Stomp is a not-for-profit incorporated society, run by the vision and passion of its members.
Responsible for overseeing this 'vision' are a team of superstar Board Members, dedicated to making Sugarfoot Stomp an exciting, fun and enjoyable society that meets the needs of the community and benefits its members. Their role is to maintain the governance and strategy of Sugarfoot Stomp.
Board Members for 2024 were nominated and elected at our AGM held in February.
Any member of Sugarfoot Stomp can put their hand up at any time to be part of this amazing journey.
Board Member positions are for 1 year.
Alan Collins
Board Member, Code of Conduct Committee Coordinator, Oversees Event Committee
Alan got into lindy-hop through his interest in history and vintage clothing. Alan quickly fell in love with the pure joy of swing music and dancing.
Alan has been involved in the Wellington swing scene for over ten years and enjoys seeing others discover the fun of swing dancing and vintage dress up.
You’ll also often find Alan at the many great Jazz gigs round Wellington listening and dancing to our very talented local musicians.
Amy Burt
Board Member, Secretary/Treasurer, Membership Coordinator, Event Committee.
Amy B fell for Lindy Hop after moving to Wellington. Since starting Tap Dancing at 9 years old, she hasn't been able to keep her feet still! Amy enjoys the spontaneity and joy of connecting with people through Swing and Tap Dancing. She is passionate about growing the Wellington vintage dance community, especially in Collegiate Shag!
Top dance highlights include experiencing Camp Hollywood in LA in 2015 & 2017, taking classes with swing dance movie legend Jean Veloz, meeting another old-timer- the late Norma Miller, and coming 4th in the Social Shag competition at All the Cats Join In, Melbourne 2020.
Amy has taken on the important role of primary treasurer, looking after the funds of Sugarfoot Stomp. Her treasury goal is to have Sugarfoot Stomp running as a strong, financially sustainable Incorporated Society with Charitable Status.
She also is excited about supporting Sugarfoot Stomp Members with their dance passion projects.
Di noonan
Board Member, Privacy Officer
Di learned ballet at a young age, but her theatrical prowess is in singing and playing the piano. Di was actively involved for many years in amateur theatre, and just try to get her off the karaoke stage! (refuses to give up the microphone once it’s in her hand).
Di was a career public servant for 40 years, in the welfare sector, specialising in governance, risk management, and policy. She retired in 2018 and is looking forward to applying her skills and experience for the benefit of the Sugarfoot Stomp group.
Di just loves music - from classical right through to heavy metal. She believes that music feeds the soul, and lightens the spirit. Swing dancing combines music and dance in an incredibly creative way that lets people showcase their skills, while having fun. She is an art deco enthusiast, and swing dancing is a perfect fit with that.
Dylan chong
Board Member, Health and Safety Officer, Secondary Secretary, Event Committee
Dylan has been a huge fan of Lindy Hop, Charleston since 2018.
He was absolutely hooked the moment he heard the delicious, swinging jazz from Lindy YouTube videos.
The improvisation of tricky footwork in Lindy and Charleston is what Dylan loves to learn the most, along with the awesome, friendly community of dancers.
You’ll see him dancing in vintage style clothing at socials and occasionally at bands around Wellington!
Andrew Bredenkamp
Board Member, Secondary Treasurer
Andrew has been a music enthusiast his whole life, and a dancer since 2019.
After being behind instruments for most of his life, he finally made the move to the other side of the stage to join in the dancing.
Since then he has found his place in swing dancing, specialising in lindy hop and blues.
Member Positions
Code of Conduct Committee Members: Tom Eastman, Kerry Seitz
Cultural Officers: TBC
Event Committee: Dylan Chong, Amy Burt, Alan Collins, Harriet Richards, Kerry Seitz, Kim Scott, Harry Marshall