A transplant to the Pacific Northwest from Texas, Gayle McKool has been social dancing since 2005. She enjoys many forms of partner dance, particularly East Coast Swing, Cajun, Zydeco, Waltz, Night Club Two Step, and Country Two Step.

Gayle has many years’ of experience as a volunteer and board member in nonprofit organizations. She serves as the Dancing for the Ages Coordinator and Compliance Officer for NW Dance Network.