Meet our Instructors

Jamie began clogging at 12 years old. By age 14 he started teaching and at 16 became the youngest Certified Instructor in Florida at that time! Jamie, along with his Mom Debbie Conn formed a performance group called Clogging Connection. It wasn’t long before they took a competition stage and he and his Mom successfully ran a competition clogging team for more than 35 years. The award winning team won more titles and trophies than there is time to mention. Jamie has dedicated his life to sharing his passion for clogging. He is most happy with a mic in his hand, on a stage, teaching routines at workshops. This fun loving, crazy guy will not only teach you a clogging dance, but will make you laugh and smile the entire time. Known for his crazy antics, don’t let the silliness fool you. He has an incredible amount of talent and knowledge that he is eager to share. 

He is a member of the All American team, Team of the Decade and Team of the Millennium through the prestigious America’s Clogging Hall of Fame. He was also named to the United Clogging Associations' Legacy team.  In 2022.

He was named Caller of the Year, inducted into the Florida Clogging Council’s Hall of Fame and recently was honored with the Betsey Farlow award for the Preservation of traditional Clogging. He has performed and taught all over the country. He and his better half Maureen joined forces with fellow clogger Matt Koziuk and formed an adult group the East Coast Connection which showcases the most traditional forms of clogging. This group has been 2 time World Champions! Jamie says his favorite part of Clogging is really being backstage with his dancers and giving them the “pep” talk before taking the stage. He is on a personal mission to keep traditional clogging alive!

 Hello, I'm Kaley Conn-Kirkland, owner of Studio CC, as well as director of Clogging Connection, located in Lakeland, FL. My background comprises extensive training and experience in various dance styles, with a concentrated focus on Clogging for 29 years. In my earlier years, I was inducted into the 2007 ACHF Junior All American team, and later into the ACHF 2010 team of the decade. I was also inducted into the Cadance National team and, most recently, was a 2022 CCA All Pro inductee and 2023 CCA All Pro Director. At 13 years old, I was the youngest ever certified Florida Clogging Council instructor. I participated in Folkmoot, an international festival, as a member of American Racket cloggers and won the title of Miss Southeastern clogger in 2018. I am presently the titleholder of 2024 Miss American Clogger, co-host the Miss Heart of Clogging pageant, teach at a multitude of workshops and studios across the nation, and hold a range of prestigious titles including CCA national champion duo, reigning NCHC national champion duo/duet, national champion soloist, and have guided my students to multiple National Champion team accolades. By sharing my passion for clogging, I hope to inspire kids to embrace their creativity, build confidence, and become the next generation of talented performers.

 Matt Koziuk, a Jacksonville, Florida native, is a distinguished clogging instructor and performer with over 30 years of experience. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in History from Mars Hill University in North Carolina, where he was a member of the renowned Bailey Mountain Cloggers. During his tenure, he contributed to five national championships and participated in cultural exchange performances across Europe in 1997 and 2000.  

After college, Matt co-directed the Electric Rhythm Cloggers in Jacksonville, leading them to two State of Florida Championships and multiple regional accolades throughout the 2000s. In the 2010s, as captain of the Carolina Fusion Cloggers in central North Carolina, he secured three additional national titles, including Overall Traditional Team at the 2017 CCA Showdown of Champions and Overall Freestyle Team in 2018 and 2019 at the United Clogging Association’s World Championships.  

Matt is a sought-after instructor and certified competition judge, teaching at workshops and conventions both nationally and internationally. He has been a featured instructor at events such as the Great Texas Hoedown in Austin, Texas.   In 2020, he joined Wehner’s School of the Arts in Middleburg, Florida, where he continues to share his passion for clogging with students.

Maureen began clogging when she was 10 years old. She has had the opportunity to travel the country performing and teaching clogging.

Maureen is a 5 time Overall Grand Champion traditional Clogger. She and her team have won numerous National Titles and recently they were 2 time consecutive World champions. For the past 14 years, Maureen has taught  at a local dance studio where she successfully built a clogging program with over 30 students! These talented cloggers have been awarded many accolades over the years. Maureen has earned many choreography awards, even being named Choreographer of the Year by “Dance Explosion.” Her award winning Traditional Line choreography was recognized as the highest scoring routine of the entire competition at the Clogging Capitol of the World, The Stompin Grounds. As a member of the prestigious All American Clogging Team, and a recently named member of the United Clogging Association’s Legacy Team, she has enjoyed sharing her passion for clogging for many years. She has served as the Vice President and is currently serving as President of the Florida Clogging Council.  She is pleased to announce the recent opening of her own dance studio called Collective Sound. She is excited about this new opportunity to share her love of clogging and dance. Maureen has dedicated her time to providing a positive, caring environment for her students. She prides herself on the relationships she has built with her clogging families that will last a lifetime!

 Joey discovered clogging at a young age and now with over 45 years of experience, has shared his love for the dance by instructing for 43 of those years. As the director of the Sugar Creek Cloggers in Des Moines, Iowa, for 38 years, he’s inspired countless dancers over the years earning credits that include appearances on dance festivals and television,competitive awards, and accolades for group choreography and performances.
Brandi was an award-winning dancer before discovering clogging. Now with 30+ years of experience, she shares her choreography and instruction with an engaging teaching style making her a favorite among students, who appreciate her patience and dedication to helping them. An accomplished performer, Brandi has graced stages and competitions all over the country. She has won numerous awards and has been recognized for her talent and skill in the clogging community.
Now living in Orlando, Joey and Brandi continue celebrating the rich tradition of clog dancing, uniting enthusiasts who share a love for rhythm and community. For more information or to contact them, please visit www.sugarcreekcloggers.com