Marcus Baker

Dances Taught: Salsa & Club Latin, West Coast Swing, Country, Wedding Dances, Hip Hop

Marcus Baker is an Austinite with roots in the DC area. His dance career began at the age of five with ballet and hip hop classes. As a child, he was first introduced to the excitement of a competitive atmosphere while attending a breakdancing competition in Mexico. Inspired by the energy of the event and the talent of the dancers around him, he discovered a passion that would spark his lifelong dance journey.

Marcus believes that everyone can find their “why” for dancing. Whether it’s social dancing, competing, or a fun date night hobby, he understands how meaningful it can be for students to foster a joy for dance.

Currently, Marcus is training to compete in West Coast Swing competitions. He remains active in the solo dance community and often serves as a judge for solo dance competitions.

When he isn’t dancing, Marcus is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Human Dimensions of Organization at the University of Texas, and enjoys bouldering at Austin-area gyms.