Our Founders:

Dance for the Beat, Inc. was founded in July of 2025 by Ryan and Summer Duvall.  Ryan and Summer have been self-employed for 20+ years owning and operating Ballroom dance studios across four states and the entire nation.  Starting in Florida and ending up in Montana, their dream destination. On October 19, 2019, Ryan suffered a SCAD in his Left Anterior  Descending Artery (LAD) which resulted in a massive heart attack.  The result was catastrophic.  Ryan underwent Fifteen minutes of CPR and three cardiac shocks were necessary to establish a heart rhythm. This was followed by an induced 11-day coma. The next four months incorporated paralyzed vocal cords, a cordotomy, open heart surgery, and finally a stroke.  Only through God's grace, family, friends, and the greater dance community of the world were we able to survive and not end up homeless.  Fortunately, The Veteran's Association stepped in to cover the majority of the medical expenses, but nothing to assist with everyday living expenses.  Dance for the Beat was started to help those who are living the American Dream and have to deal with such a catastrophe.

Our Mission:

At Dance for the Beat, we are dedicated to providing crucial support to victims and survivors of SCAD and stroke attacks. Through our financial aid programs, we will help cover personal and medical expenses, prioritizing self-employed victims and their families. 

Our Vision:

At Dance for the Beat, we are utilizing dance for not only its healing powers, but its ability to create a community of passionate, caring, and dedicated individuals.  

Through events like the Black & White Ball we come together to raise awareness and support!   

In the future, we are looking to expand dance fundraising opportunities through Special Event Balls and at competitions across the world.

Together we can touch the lives of thousands!