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Dust'n Grace

Find your freedom in every step

Welcome to Dust’n Grace - where country music, line dancing, and real-life stories come together.

I’m Kat - line dancer, website maker, podcaster, and bootscootin’ enthusiast. What started as a leap into something new in 2024 has grown into a deep love for the people, the music, and the community that make this world so special.

These days, you’ll find me dancing, teaching, choreographing, and helping others find their feet (and confidence) on the dance floor.

Dust'n Grace is more than a name, it’s a reflection of the journey every dancer and dreamer takes

It’s the dust on your boots, the lessons along the way, and the grace you find as you keep moving forward.

Because line dancing isn’t just about the steps.

It’s about connection, courage, and showing up - even when you’re not quite sure you’ve got it right.

Whether you’re brand new or have been dancing for years, this is a space to share the journey, celebrate the wins, and keep stepping forward. Join me as I share my journey.

Read my latest line dancing blogs

Mardi Gras, Music & Moments of Belonging

After an action-packed May, June felt relatively quiet… unless you count six hours a week of competition practice, alongside events and teaching, as quiet! Preparations for The Lineup NZRead more

Flashmobs, Fireballs & Birthday Boots

May kicked off with the International Line Dance Flashmob. There’s something pretty special about knowing that dancers all around the world are doing the same dances at the same time. No matter wheRead more

Country Songs, Choreography & Easter Bunnies

April was a slightly quieter month on the line dancing front… though “quiet” is always relative in this world! One of the highlights was having Pauline Gilroy come down from Gisborne’s RhythmRead more

Boot Stomp Glory & Gisborne Good Times

March was all about one big thing… Boot Stomp in Gisborne - and what a weekend it turned out to be. With no Clive Bootscootin’ social this month, all eyes (and boots) were on the first-ever BootRead more

Dancing, Dunedin & Detours

February… what a month. We kicked things off with a Kiwiana-themed Clive Bootscootin’ Friday social (on a Thursday, just to keep us on our toes). I fully embraced the theme… as a bumble bee.Read more

Steps, Sun & Stomping Ground

The year kicked off with sunshine, laughter, and plenty of dancing. On New Year’s Day, we headed to Mahanga Beach - the pickleball net was out, the sun was shining, and it was my first timeRead more

Dancing, Celebrations & Year-End Highlights

December turned out to be anything but quiet! The month kicked off with teaching a session at the International Day of People with Disabilities, which was such a rewarding experience. We joined ourRead more

Halloween line dancing and Christmas cheer

November was packed with laughs, music, and a little bit of spookiness. Our November line dance party theme was Halloween. You can imagine my surprise when Bex walked in fresh off the plane from her Read more

Steps, Stages and Spectacular Falls

I missed the October party as I was in Tauranga learning but got to hang out there with the Tauranga Line Dancers, it reminded me how challenging it is to learn so many dances in a short space ofRead more

Boots, Birthday, and Blossom Festival

September kicked off with our Friday theme party of wear something you wouldn’t normally wear. I had so much fun dressing up in my 80s-inspired outfit – boots and all! This month we masteredRead more

Double Denim & First Releases

After a dry July, August swung the other way – and oh boy, was it full fun! We kicked off with a Double Denim Friday Night Party, followed the very next morning by a road trip for Country Brunch inRead more

Stars, Stripes & Stepping Up

July was another big one. First, Bex, Michaela and I raised over $625 for the Dry July Trust by staying sober all month – proof that you don’t need alcohol to have a great time. Our 4th of JulyRead more