I feel very honoured to be inducted in to the Linedancer Hall of Fame. My wife and I began going to line dance classes in the 90s following a trip to America. We got hooked and were going six days a week! I became a DJ by chance whilst helping a friend set up a trial country music station in Doncaster. As I had a large collection of country music he insisted I did some shows. Which led to doing events and the rest is history! During this time also ran events and worked closely with many choreographers, supplying them with music. It was a hectic and busy period deejaying at both social and competition events all over Europe and the States, one of the the highlights being asked to be Head DJ at Worlds in Nashville. I loved line dance, country music, travelling and meeting people so my work gave me the opportunity to enjoy it all. However, in 2008 I decided it was the right time for me to give up being a DJ. My involvement with the Crystal Boot Awards started back in 1998 and, I'm still happily involved with the production side at the CBAs.

Darren Bailey is one of the biggest known name in line dance today. To most people, he will be forever associated to Strictly Dance Fever (the BBC show that would eventually become Strictly Come Dancing) when he and his partner Lana Williams were runners up to in 2006. Darren demonstrated a background in line dance could open the doors to excellence in most genres, from Charleston to waltz and tango. He continued for a while partnering Lana and they worked in prestigious places such as Las vegas and dancing for various large national events and TV shows in the UK and abroad. His association with Strictly continues to this day as each year the BBC ask him to be a choreographer advisor, working behind the scenes to build new routines week on week for the celebrities who take part. In line dance terms, Darren is nothing less than a legend. He is a stylish dancer and a great choreographer, his dances always perfect in their interpretation of the music in steps and his fame as an instructor and choreographer is worldwide. In the last few years, Darren has worked extensivley with Fred Whitehouse (of CountryVive fame) and their association has seen them being guests of many events from Malaysia to France and the USA (and many more!) Darren Bailey is a charismatic dancer, a professional entertainer who has never forgotten his roots and is always accessible and genuine to dancers around him.

Nicola started dancing at just two years of age and it is the beginning of a lifelong love affair. She learns all kinds of genres and styles and when older, works in Scotland top productions (42nd Street, Carousel, Fame, Barnum and Oliver, to name but a few). Disaster strikes when Nicola contracts Scarlet fever during her university years and is laid off dance for a year. Her mother suggests line dance to ease her back into dancing and Nicola, somewhat reluctantly agrees that this form of dancing is better than no dance at all. It only takes once class to prove to the young dancer that line dance is a million miles away from her paradigms and she soon embraces the competition side of line. She approaches Rob Fowler who agrees to train her and goes on to compete and win many titles. Eventually, Nicola decides to concentrate on coaching other young competitors and also begins judging, leaving competing behind. But not for long. When she starts competing again it is in the Country Couples Pro-Pro division with American Masters dancer Ronnie DeBenedetta. She wins a World title and in January 2010 becomes the Female Pro Pro World Champion. This foundation allows Nicola to work successfully for World Dance Masters as Co-Owner and Competition Director. Her role is diverse and she liaises with the other Directors to run Masters events all over the world. She also undertakes successful technique workshops all over Europe. As the co-choreographer and coach with CountryVive, the hugely successful TV and stage line dance team, Nicola has proved beyond doubt what an important contributor and talented young lady she is. Her work for line dance is ongoing, her dedication immense and her results impressive. She was a natural choice for Linedancer's 2016 Hall Of Fame.

Kate Sala was born in Nottingham. She grew up however in Italy near Lake Como. She always loved dance from the age of 5. She learnt many genres from ballet, modern, tap to character dancing, then progressed onto Jazz and hip-hop before discovering Line dancing. It is in 1999 that Kate starts competing (and winning) in Line dance competitions. Kate eventually would progress to world championship level with the U C W D C. It was a natural move for the dancer to side step onto competition tuition, teaching and training others and instructors. Kate's Line dance choreography followed very quickly and she soon became popular on Line dance floors everywhere. Today, Kate is a top Line dance celebrity, travelling round the world to hundreds of events and social occasions. Kate is someone who has never let fame go to her head and is a fine role model to dancers everywhere..

Pedro is the 1997, 1998 and 1999 World's Line Dance Champion in the Showcase, Renegade and Superstars Divisions and Linedancer Magazine Male Personality of The Year in 2000. Pedro is most noted for his choreography of Line dances such as Mambo #5, Cha Cha Loco, King Of The Road and many more. His focus as a dancer is on style, technique, and execution which he demonstrates every time he steps onto the dance floor. As a supreme entertainer and crowd motivator, he has travelled the world performing, instructing, and instilling the joy of dance into everyone's heart. No one can compare to Pedro's style of performing and teaching Line dances. You haven't seen Line dancing until you've seen Pedro.

Robbie joined his first Beginner class in Nottingham in 1996, not realising that Line dancing, could or would ever become such a big part of his life. By Spring 1997, he had enrolled for a Teacher training Course with the BWDA under the guidance of John & Janette Sandham, where he also completed a course to Level 4 in Summer 1998. Robbie's first class began in Nottingham in Summer 1998, where he still teaches today. Robbie acknowledges all his class members by saying "I owe a LOT of Thanks to ALL my Class Members for all the help & support they have given me throughout the years." In the past years, Robbie has penned a collection of top dances which have kept dancers all around the world entertained, and this has been acknowledged by the numerous Crystal Boot Awards he has won. On being inducted into the Linedancer Hall Of Fame Robbie said "Being inducted into the 'Hall Of Fame' and to receive such recognition from my Peers, is such a Great Honour, I'm truly delighted to receive such an award."

Pure country, country dance, line dance or a dynamic mix of country and classic pop, no one comes close to the sheer universal entertainment value Glenn offers. Glenn Rogers has been entertaining professionally for 40 years, starting out as a pit and session musician before progressing to cabaret as a singer and comedian. Though the past 20 years have been dedicated to country music, Glenn continues perform every conceivable genre of music to audiences of all types. In 2011 Glenn teamed up with Phil Mack (McLaughlin-Rogers Media) and launched the Phil Mack International Country Show with Phil Mack and Lisa Stanley on SKY 191. The show has gone from strength to strength and today boasts a million viewers worldwide. The success of the show in the UK along with sell out events has dispelled the myth that the British country scene is dead. Entertainers of Glenn's calibre are rare, his passion for performing and for people is as strong as ever and this big man, with his huge personality and infectious smile is available for your club or event regardless of how big or small. He has entertained dancers right from the beginning and will continue to do so for many years to come!

Steve Healy is for many, Mr Linedance. His easy charm and incredible knowledge of the scene have made him an internationally renowned ambassador for Line dancers everywhere over the last 15 years. Steve lives and breathes Line dance and anyone who has spoken to him knows the amount of care and passion he has for dancers and Line dance all around the world. 2009 was the year Steve entered the Hall of Fame and for many, deservedly so.

The title Mr Showcase is born from his lively and outgoing personality - having a sense of humour - which is second to none! Originally, he was just a shy, retiring farm boy from Wisconsin, USA. He exploded onto the Line dance scene in 1993 after a friend invited him along to a free class at The Grizzly Rose Saloon. Whoever that friend was, we all have him or her to thank for introducing him to the Line dance world. In 1995, his teaching career began to take off and he taught everything, including freestyle, couples and Line dancing. Not only has he achieved 40+ UCWDC first place titles, including UCWDC World's VI Line Dance Male Showcase Champion, holding his name high at the top level. But, his choreography is also a firm favourite on the dance floor with classics like Switchblade USA, Hot Potato and Keep It Burnin.

The man from Chicago was added to this elite list in 2007. Scott Blevins has spent so many years entertaining dancers, always pushing boundries and trying to make things just that little bit more difficult. He is loved by advanced dancers and is a fine personality. Full of enthusiasm Scott just wants to keep on teaching as long as the dancers want to learn his dances.

Maggie Gallagher, Betty Drummond and Roy Verdonk were the 2006 inductees to the Linedancer Hall of Fame. The youngest talent Roy Verdonk is a fabulous dancer and a huge Country fan - he loves Garth Brooks. He has already retired from competition dancing but enters many students at Worlds year after year. Roy is a keen choreographer and has a dance school in the Netherlands. If you haven't seen Roy dance then you should.

Maggie Gallagher, Betty Drummond and Roy Verdonk were the 2006 inductees to the Linedancer Hall of Fame. Most of us know Maggie for her Irish routines - she is an amazing talent on the dance floor and has the dancers eating out of the palm of her hand. Her dancers are very loyal and a Maggie G workshop is always packed. Maggie is an energetic character who keeps everyone laughing and is always smiling.

Maggie Gallagher, Betty Drummond and Roy Verdonk were the 2006 inductees to the Linedancer Hall of Fame. Betty's world revolves around Line dancing. Not only does she teach a regular class in Southport but she combines the two things she loves more than anything else. Publishing your favourite magazine is her top priority and we hope to keep you reading our pages for many years to come. People in the Line dance world owe Betty so much - she is always happy to help give someone a helping hand. Her passion is pure and her place in the Hall of Fame is very well deserved.

Scotland's finest Liz Clarke has gained entry into the Linedancer magazine Hall of Fame in 2005 for her fun-loving attitude and commitment to the world of Line dance. Her Line dancing roots began over 20 years ago when a class held at Pontins by Dick and Geneva Matteis left Liz hooked and desperate for more. Since then Line dancing has become a way of life for Liz with massive support from husband Roger and daughter Beverley. Liz has gone on to become one of the Line dance communities 'elders' and one of Line dances best ambassadors. She travels the world and has to keep track of bookings carefully as some are nearly two years in advance. Back in March 2002 'Mad' Lizzie took Iceland by storm adding sparkle to Reykjavik's Line dance community. Liz is a past winner of Dance of the Year for her now classic dance Scotia Samba. Incomparable to any other, Liz guarantees laughter and excitement in her high-pressured yet entertaining classes and workshops. You can rest assured you will leave any class taught by Lizzie with your ribs aching from laughter and with a smile on your face. Everyone who is lucky enough to sample Lizzie and her superb teachings will agreed she is a real treasure in the world of Line dancing.

Peter Metelnick is the quiet man of Line dancing. Very much the independent-minded choreographer, one of the very few able to produce high quality dances to suit the needs of the modern Line dance market. He first came to prominence in the late 1990s and has had a series of floor-filling dance hits since then. His recent output has been so impressive that it was no surprise when he received two Crystal Boot Awards at the Southport Theatre in February. His induction into the Linedancer magazine Hall of Fame is more than deserved. Romantasy, Brokenheartsville, Irresistible, And They Danced, Everywhere, Body In Motion, Derailed, Feet Don't Fail Me Now and Heartbreak Express are just some of the many great dances choreographed by Peter. And we shouldn't forget the major contribution made by his partner Alison Biggs, who co-choreographed several of these hits with him. The couple live together in St. Albans, Hertfordshire and, although he's been a permanent resident in the UK for several years, Peter fulfils many engagements to teach at events in such diverse locations as Vienna, Berlin, Mexico and the United States. His dances are of truly international appeal and he describes choreography as his passion. What is more, he is very modest about his achievements and just wants to go on writing material that keeps the Line dance community, with its varied musical tastes, as happy as ever.

Miss Scooter Lee was elected a member of the Linedancer Hall of Fame not only for her considerable talent as a singer songwriter but for her unselfish contribution to the world of Line dance. Her music fills the dance floors across the world and her policy of providing top quality choreography in support of her song with something for everyone at every level has captured the hearts and souls of dancers everywhere. Scooter works tirelessly for good causes including the ChildLine in the UK and the Prison Service in the USA. Her ability to find time for everyone and her sense of fair play and integrity have made her into a Line dance icon and an ideal person to be inducted into the Hall of Fame.

Dave Sheriff was introduced into the Hall of Fame in 2000 in recognition of his devotion to country music and dance. Dave is widely recognised as a pioneer in Line dance music and was one of the first country artists to specifically write for Line dancers. His debut CD album One Man Band Extraordinaire, which contained sixteen of his own songs, was awarded 'Best Album' at the 1993 'UK Country Music Radio Awards'. A man of many talents he has nine entries in the Guinness Book of Records for his famous 'One Man Band' routine and has helped to raise thousands of pounds for charities. Dave provides Line dance music, dances, videos, events and holidays. In fact his commitment to the Line dance market is unquestioned.

Jo and Max were the first inductees in 1999. Both are renowned for their ability to inspire and encourage dancers, instructors and choreographers to achieve greater skills. Their willingness to share their knowledge and expertise has won them admiration from around the world. Able to give endless support and encouragement to dancers and to delight audiences with their stunning demonstrations they have earned their place in the Hall of Fame through sheer hard work and talent. Jo and Max are always great favourites and are leading figures both in the social and competitive dance arenas where their private instruction and judging skills are highly regarded.

Jo and Max were the first inductees in 1999. Both are renowned for their ability to inspire and encourage dancers, instructors and choreographers to achieve greater skills. Their willingness to share their knowledge and expertise has won them admiration from around the world. Able to give endless support and encouragement to dancers and to delight audiences with their stunning demonstrations they have earned their place in the Hall of Fame through sheer hard work and talent. Jo and Max are always great favourites and are leading figures both in the social and competitive dance arenas where their private instruction and judging skills are highly regarded.