The Greenwood Junior Cotillion is a six-month program designed to teach dance and social skills to students in 5th through 9th grades.  The season begins in September of each year, and ends with the final ball in February. 

In addition to learning social etiquette, manners, and dance skills, GJC students will gain a much increased self-confidence and strong character that will carry through all aspects of adulthood. 

Sessions are conducted in a safe learning environment and will provide opportunities to practice and enjoy these skills with friends and classmates at memorable events with a blend of dance instruction, refreshments, decorations, and fun.

Annually, we host the Holiday Ball and the King and Queen of Hearts Ball in which the students will be able to show off their new skills to parents and onlookers.

The Greenwood Junior Cotillion Director is Mary Ann Sandifer. 
Mrs. Mary Ann has been married for 28 years to her high school
sweetheart, Donnie Sandifer.  They have two children, Tara
and Travis. 

Mrs. Mary Ann loves children and coordinating events, which is a vital part of her position at the Mercy Fitness Center.  She is also a current member of the Greenwood School Board and the Greenwood Chamber of Commerce. 

This love for children and the Greenwood community is the
reason behind the Greenwood Junior Cotillion.  "To offer a positive
atmosphere and learning environment for our children in Greenwood
and the surrounding communities is my ultimate goal in organizing
these events." 

You may contact Mrs. Mary Ann at 479-996-4504 or 479-650-2373,
or e-mail info@greenwoodjuniorcotillion.com

Marcus Coker has been dancing since 1999.

Marcus studied for two years with DeAnna Lee, who learned from US Open National Swing Champions David and Tracy Appel. DeAnna describes Marcus as "an incredible dancer and a spirited teacher."

Marcus has taught at and choreographed for many local schools and organizations. Marcus is often a choreographer for the annual PromFest held at Central Mall. He has choreographed for Greenwood High School's productions of The Wizard of Oz and Cinderella.

Additionally, he has choreographed for the Youth Arts Coalition in their productions of Peter Pan, Damn Yankees, The Wizard of Oz, and Broadway, Our Way!

Currently, Marcus owns and teaches at Momentum Dance Concepts, his studio in Downtown Van Buren.

2008 - 2009 Senior Teen Leaders

Front Row L to R: Candace Primm, Ashley Cooper, Hayley Carter
Back Row L to R: Hunter Cabe, Zach Turpin, Zach Beineman

2008 - 2009 Junior Teen Leaders

L to R: Candice Campbell, Paige Passmore, Kristi Clemons,
Brandon Brewer, Brittany Cochran, Bobbi Brown, and Heather Climer.

Not pictured: Travis Green, Drew Hasley, and Mollie Grace Wilkinson

2008 - 2009 Sophomore Teen Leaders

Front Row L to R: Reagan Moses, Morgan Saxton, Madison Avlos,
Emily McCollom, Savannah Skaggs

Back Row L to R: Parker Sampson, Terri Hood, Tony Sandifer,
Katey Wyckoff, Drew Allen, Chance Moquett

Not pictured: Miriam Foster, JB Fridell, and Will Styles.