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Youth Mover, Brandon Lee White, delivers a unique, entertaining, and effective program for youth across the country. As a professional ballroom dance instructor and motivation youth speaker, Brandon incorporates "teamwork, etiquette, self-discipline, exercise, and anti-bullying" while using ballroom dance as a vehicle to teach. Teachers comment on how students that are usually reluctant to interact open up during this program. Students enjoy the high-energy and humor that Brandon brings all while mixing in powerful messages that leave a lasting impact.
The specific message can be customized to meet the needs of your organization. In addition, the presentation can be in the format of a dance lesson with everyone participating or a keynote speech with crowd participation.
Students are smoothly transitioned into dance lines and taught etiquette with their dance partner. The line rotates often, keeping an energetic pace and allowing students to interact with each other. In addition, Brandon has given the keynote speech format to large groups as well. Students are pulled from the audience to demonstrate and participate in dance moves and tie in with Brandon's message.
The crowd favorite is often the "Dance-Off"! The format you choose should reflect what you think will be most effective for your youth. If you want Brandon’s opinion on what format will be best for your school, that can be provided.
“Wow! What an amazing speaker we found in Brandon Lee White. Brandon spoke to the student council members as if he were one of them. He received a standing ovation! Brandon related to the students on levels I have rarely seen speakers connect with in the past 14 years as a student council advisor. He connected with kids throughout the day not just during his program. It was great to hear a young man give advice on making a difference and how everyone can do something. I have gotten several rave reviews from students and advisors alike as well as our administration for his presentation. If you get the chance to book Brandon at your school it will be well worth the experience he will share with your youth.” -Dana Gros (South Lafourche High School Student Council Advisor
Louisiana)
“Brandon’s ‘Step In Step Out’ dance instruction and ‘Let It Move’ workshops were a sensational hit! Brandon led the whole group on a fun, positive, educational, and truly ‘moving’ leadership experience. He set the tone for the balance of the weekend. What Brandon brings is inclusive, engaging, and entertaining, while at the same time substantive, thought-provoking, and real.” -Steve Henness (Program Coordinator, University of Missouri Extension 4-H Center for Youth Development)
“Brandon has a natural gift of relating to students on any level. He is passionate and dynamic in his delivery. Brandon used a great mix of humor and sincerity to bring a very moving and effective message. If your school or organization is looking for someone current and dynamic to inspire and motivate others, Brandon Lee White is the guy! -Cheryl Walker, MS Counselor (Houston Academy, Dothan AL)
“Brandon’s presentation during our freshman orientation was a great way to start the year! It was full of fun stories that had meaningful lessons incorporated into them. Our kids were cheering and laughing and having a great time while being motivated and encouraged to have a positive high school career.” -Nichole Dosland, Freshman Counselor (Shawnee Mission South High School)
“Brandon brings a high level of energy that the kids respond to and uses humor to balance it all out. Most importantly, my students had a great time!”
-Justin Green, Pawnee Elementary Principal (SMSD)
“Brandon provided an energetic presentation to our teaching staff. He was well prepared, used technology, and actively involved all of the participants throughout the presentation.” -Tim Brady, Principal (Gardner Edgerton HS)
“I usually hate dancing, but I had a lot of fun and forgot about trying to fit in and danced till my feet hurt! Thank you for inspiring me to believe in myself.” -Melissa Cousino (National 4-H Congress Delegate)
“I just wanted to let you know what fabulous programs you have for reaching out to youth. The workshops and speeches were different, and I really enjoyed them!” -Gail Switzer (National 4-H Congress Delegate)
“Students were empowered with a new sense of self-esteem and enthusiasm for reading during the reading initiative assembly. They are begging for Brandon to return!” -Bette Jayne Parish (Reading Specialist, Havencroft Elementary Olathe School District)
“Brandon and his programs are FABULOUS! He is engaging, entertaining, and can work with many different audiences. Brandon came to our 4H county lock-in prepared to present to teens, but adjusted on the fly to work with youth ages 5-18 and adults! Everyone was engaged, having fun, and learning. It was an amazing experience to be a part of!”
-Margaret “Meg” Sage Mach (Jackson County 4-H Youth Specialist)
“Brandon’s positive approach makes for good rapport with his students who gain confidence and develop life skills.”
-Joe Potter (Music Director, Mill Creek Elementary SMSD)
“Brandon’s program is great! The Olathe Jr. High physical education staff participated in a fun ’sneak peek’ of his ballroom dance curriculum at a recent district in-service. “Step In Step Out” isn’t just about learning dance steps … it also focuses on manners, dance etiquette and important character building skills. Brandon is very professional and his enthusiasm and energy are contagious! What a great way to get kids moving and having fun! We give Brandon and the “Step In Step Out” program an ‘A+’!” -Brad Bingesser (PE Coordinator & PE Staff, Olathe District Schools)
Brandon is a natural with kids! I actually learned a few tricks from you, and I’ve been teaching for twenty years!
–Ms. Jo (Pawnee Elementary SMSD)
“Brandon had the kids in the ‘palm of his hand’. His knowledge of children at different age levels was impressive because the activities were suited to all of our students.” -Terri Schmitt, Library Media Specialist (Olathe School District)
“I really look up to you and I know the other students do too. You make me want to achieve my dreams and keep trying to be a professional surfer when I grow up! Thank you again for coming to my school!” -Kaleigh Vinje (8th Grade, Indian Woods Middle SMSD)
“You were an amazing speaker! I am speaking for all the delegates when I say that no one could have been better and that you inspired all of us. Thank you.” – Macey Thayne (Idaho 4-H KYG delegate)
“You were the best speaker I ever heard.” -Makaya Holt (Idaho 4-H KYG delegate)
“You helped me believe in myself…” -Hailey (Elementary Student)
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