Joshua began partner dancing when he walked into a country bar on his 21st birthday. He was instantly hooked, dancing 5 days a week. Joshua migrated to ballroom 12 yrs. later, teaching & competing for Fred Astaire Dance Studios. A few years later Joshua spent 2 yrs. dancing, teaching, competing, & traveling with the prestigious Salsa Salvaje Dance Troupe. 12 yrs. later Joshua decided to get serious about WCS, competing & winning 5 out of his 6 first competitions.  Joshua Sturgeon partnered with Lindsey Nastos for 3 years. They placed 6th out of 35 with their Classic Routine at the U.S. Open 2013.