Bachelor / Bachelorette Party

Need a fun and unique activity for a Bachelor/Bachelorette party? No need to fear, we have you covered! If you book your party through Imperial Ballroom Dance Company we will make sure you will have a great time with the people closest to you! Our Imperial professional instructors will customize a plan to have a memorable night!

We can build a fun group dance that can include your favorite music, or favorite (specific) dances. We have a beautiful ballroom, electrifying lights and a disco ball which makes the atmosphere absolutely amazing, and we provide a great sound system which will ensure your great time!

This makes it a special moment between family and friends before the big wedding day!

Some fun examples for you Bachelor/Bachelorette party:

Group Salsa class

Group Bachata class

Group Chachacha

Group Swing

Group Line Dance

Group Country Style Dance

Group Hip Hop

Call or inquire today and let’s plan this special and fun activity for you! See you in the ballroom!

Congratulations!

Galaxy Dance Festival 2022 was a massive success to our Imperial Ballroom Family!

First of all we would like to thank all participants and supporters of Galaxy! It meant the world to us to see you all there. We want to congratulate our wonderful students for showing improvement, enjoyment on the dance floor, and of course amazing placements! Every competition is an opportunity to lock in perform, and show progress! Preparation is one key factor that has helped so many of our dancers! We have curated a working process that allows our students to improve organically and set new goals within shows, lessons, and competitions!

Congratulations:

Instructor: Tjasha Novak,

Glenn Miller, Nick Losole, Danyal Hussain, Michelle Smith

Instructor: Erik Linder

Ghada Khoury, Julia Lane, Claire Wirick, Anna Zavesoff, Holly Winitsky, Brielle Nepo, Allie Papuc, Masha Berlizieva, Veronika Plakhotnyi

Instructor: Alex Maslanka

Masha Logvin, Allie Papuc, Masha Berlizyeva, Veronika Plakhotnyi, Michaela Szwed

Instructor: Shelly Linder

Lenn Faynboym, Pasha Berlizyev, Moisio Ramos, Sebastian Dea, Michaela Szwed,

Instructor: Moses Ramos

Liz Lambert, Zoey Khaydoctor, Michaela Szwed

We are so proud of each and everyone of you! Keep up the good work, and keep practicing!

Happy Dancing!

Welcome to Imperial Ballroom!

Welcome to the Premier Ballroom Dance Studio in Scottsdale, AZ; Imperial Ballroom Dance Company! Imperial is the dance studio to be a part of in the Scottsdale area. Our dance studio is located on E Bell rd and we teach multiple neighboring communities including Mesa, Phoenix, Chandler, Fountain Hills, Cave Creek and more! Whether you have dance experience or think you have two left feet, you have found the right place. Our personalized methods help you learn difference dances and steps at your own pace! We have created a community of people who share a love for dance! Whether you’re here for a workout, pleasure, mental health, friends, family, and more we welcome you with open arms!

We currently offer an introductory package to dip your toes in the water and try a bit of everything! See how you connect and enjoy the dances and meet our professional instructors that will show you a great time!

Join us today and inquire on our lesson options!

Give us a call at 480-201-5726 or shoot us an email, services@imperialballroomdance.com

Looking forward to you joining the Imperial Ballroom Family!

Colin James coming to Imperial!

Colin James will be coaching at Imperial Ballroom Dance Company September 14th, 2022.

This is a once in a lifetime experience! To take lessons with such a well known and established teacher and coach!

Colin James:

-Adjudicator

-instructor

-choreographer

-competition organizer

Colin James is one of a handful of professional dancers who has reached the top of success in his field. He was an Amateur World European International Champion, won both Blackpool Dance Festival and UK Open in 1984 and was "Grand Slam" Champion over 1984 and 1985, Colin continued his success as a professional, becoming a finalist in every major "International Championship" including the "World Professional Latin” and the "European Professional Latin Championships" from 1985 through 1990. He won the coveted title of the Professional All England Championship.

His talents as a choreographer and performer are reflected in the countless shows and exhibitions he has been honored to be a part of Dancing with the stars Poland.

Accomplishments

• World Amateur Latin Champion

• World and European Professional Latin Finalist

• 1st place in Blackpool dance Festival

• 1st place in UK Open Championship

• Grand Slam International Latin Champion 1984

• Grand Finalist in all Major Championships

• Recipient of the "Teacher of the Year"

• Co-Organizer of the San Francisco Open Championships

• World Class Adjudicator

Galaxy Dance Festival 2022

Galaxy Dance Festival 2022

Galaxy Dance Festival 2022 is less than two weeks away which has us so excited!

Galaxy is a very important and special competition for us as it’s our first year as organizers! We invite you, friends, and family to join our spectacular event full of talented dancers, a fun experience, and a special Saturday night fundraiser event for Ukraine.

What to wear?

Typically during the day time sessions if you’d like to spectate you can wear casual/business casual.

During the evening sessions you will be watching professional divisions where it will be slightly dressier! Take out your best dress or suit, and swing by to the Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort!

We would love you to join us September 15,16, and 17th!

If you have any questions feel free to give us a call or shoot us an email! We are happy to help!

See you there!

It’s Wedding Season!

It’s Wedding Season!

What a wondering season is wedding season! Full of excitement, nerves, happiness, joy, and ofcourse all the fun planning! An essential part of your planning process is your first dance. This is a moment you can only have once so it’s so important to make it a special one! Our team of experts will curate a beautiful dance to your choosing to make it a beautiful personal experience! Throughout the process of picking music, hearing your story, teaching you steps, you will not only develop dancing in general but all sorts of coordination!

Did we mention this is a great date night idea?

On top of working on your first dance we always encourage and enjoy teaching father/daughter mother/son dances! It’s a special way to make it a family process up until the special wedding day. Book your lessons today and make the dance of your dreams come alive.

The instructors at Imperial Dance Company awaits you! Shop our special wedding packages today!

Why Is Good Posture Important?

Posture is not only important for dancing but also sets you up for the rest of your life. Having good posture has many health benefits especially as you get older!

By training at our studio our team of high level instructors are here to guide you through dancing and giving you ways to help keep your body youthful. Posture is a key factor in this process.

Poor posture can mean a number of things most commonly being inflexible muscles that decrease your range of motion and muscle strength of the back and core.

Good posture means having abdominal muscles held, neutral spine that isn’t stretching or bending, shoulders even, arms at your sides, knees pointing straight ahead, and body weight equally distributed.

Proper alignment of your body will set you up for success helping improve blood flow, feeling more confident, supporting your muscles, and keeping your nerves and blood vessels healthy! Good posture will also reduce back and neck pain.

Sign up today for an introductory package where we can analyze and discuss your goals and get you to the journey of health, happiness, and great dancing!!

Back to School Dancing

Our first week of kids group classes has been a success! We were so happy to see those happy faces back in the studio to learn and improve dancing!!

Now as it’s still a transition time our enrollment for dance classes are still open! Have your child try it out as an after school activity! Keeps your child active, learning coordination skills, music, and making new friends and connections!

We have a few events that we are hosting and we encourage your kids to participate! We are having a Trophy Ball August 28th; an in house dance competition which will get our students prepared for Galaxy Dance Festival in September! This is a great way for them to have a goal and to work hard for it in classes!

Bring in your child to try it out! Dancing is one of the most fun and healthy forms of art and sport!

Teddy Bear Classes- Ages 1-5 years

Wednesday’s and Fridays at 4:45 - 5:30 pm

Beginner and Intermediate Level-

Mondays and Wednesday’s at 4:45 - 5:30 pm

Advanced Level-

Mondays and Fridays at 4:45 - 5:30 pm

Tuition Options:

Class Drop-in - $15

Monthly - $69

See you there!!

Thank you White Rabbit Society!

On June 25, 2022 The White Rabbit Society held a West Coast Swing event called “Bunnies for Ukraine.” This event raised and donated $800 to You Are The Angel; a non profit organization that helps deliver food, medical supplies, transportation, and evacuation for the people of Ukraine. The money went to a mini van which helped take Ukrainian people from a city called Mariupol to a city called Zaphorizhia, Ukraine for safety.

Any donations help those who are living in a crisis from day to day.

A big thank you to The White Rabbit Society for your help and generosity. We are thankful for people like you who support and save lives!

What Age is it Best to Start Dancing?

We commonly get the same question “when is it the right time to start dancing?”

There are many answers to this as you can start dancing at any age!

At Imperial we take pride in our students and their journeys dancing. We have students that have started at the age of 4 and students that have started dancing at the age of 70. Dancing is an art form that truly fits all! Being able to move smoothly through music around a ballroom has no age restriction.

When it comes to our teddy bear classes (children under the age of 5) the focus is on foot patterns, music, and learning basic simple steps. They begin to get to know their right from their left and have ability to dance patterns when they hear music.

When it comes to our more mature students of course we focus on different step patterns, framework, musical interpretation, and different timings. We get more into the bigger picture and the little details that make it all up! This way we get you comfortable and confident to take a step on the dance floor whether it is solo or with a partner!

At Imperial Ballroom Dance Company we offer an amazing deal for introductory students which includes 2 private lessons and 10 group classes for only $99!

This is a great way to ease into getting started with dance classes. Our staff is always looking forward to being a part of everyone’s dance journey so be sure to sign up!

Good Luck Dancers!!

Good luck to our Imperial Ballroom staff and students competing at Desert Classic Championship 2022 in Palm Desert!

Tjasa Novak with students:

Glenn Miller

&

Nick Losole

Inna Berlizyeva with student:

Hans Stork

Erik and Shelly Linder

Emmy and Leander

Veronika Plakhotnyi

Sebastian Dea

Moisio Ramos

Masha Berlizieva

Wishing best of luck to these wonderful dancers! Remember to enjoy your time on the dance floor and most importantly have fun!!!

First Dance Wedding Songs

The first dance at your wedding is one of the most important moments you will never forget! Whether on video or by memory your special song will remain in your hearts forever so it’s so major to find want connects to you and your Fiancé the most!

Here are some special, unique, or popular songs we have gathered to make choosing a little bit easier. This list is a mix of classics, modern, and fun meaningful songs!

From the Ground Up - Dan and Shay

Let’s Fall In Love For The Night - Finneas

Can’t Help Falling In Love  - Elvis Presley

Heaven - Pink Sweats

I Wont Give Up - Jason Mraz

Flashlight - Jessie J

Love Song - 311

Till Forever Falls Apart - Finneas

Speechless - Dan and Shay

Blessed - Thomas Rhett

The Rest of Our Life - Tim McGraw

Tennessee Whiskey - Chris Stapleton

Can’t Help Falling in Love - Haley Reinhart

I Am Yours - Andy Grammy

Gravity - John Mayer

When I Look at You - Miley Cyrus

La Vie En Rose - Edith Piaf

Latch (Acoustic) - Sam Smith

Every time We Touch - Yanous Candle Light version Cascada

Forever to Go - Chase Rice

Off My Face - Justin Bieber

Everything - Michael Buble

Always Remember Us This way - Lady Gaga

Slow Dancing in A Burning Room - John Mayer

Best Part - Daniel Cesar

The Way You Look Tonight - Frank Sinatra

Your Song - Elton John

All of Me - John Legend

At Last - Etta James

Stand By Me - Ben E. King

Over and Over Again - Nathan Sykes

Unchained Melody - The Righteous Brothers

She Will Be Loved - Maroon 5

You Are The Reason - Calum Scott

My All - Mariah Carey

Lifetime - Justin Bieber

You & I - John Legend

Wicked Game - Jessie Villa

My Girl - Otis Redding

Just The Two of Us - Grover Washington Jr

Glimpse of Us - Joji

Tightrope - Michelle Williams (The Greatest Showman)

Is This Love - Bob Marley

How Deep is Your Love - PJ Morton

Careless Whisper - George Michael

The Best Activity For Kids

Ballroom dancing is a great activity for kids that keeps them active, coordinated, and have the ability to learn steps and choreographies to music! They will be able to hear music in a whole different light. Kids will understand beat patterns and also develop great communicating skills!

In our classes our goal is to not only develop the child’s dancing skill, but also create a fun environment that they will look forward to every time they walk into the studio. Dancing also is a great way to keep your child in great shape! Just like any sport we do drills, run throughs, and different exercises to keep the child ready for anything! It truly is an unforgettable experience!

Imperial Ballroom Dance Company offers classes throughout this summer!

In August we are starting a new session, all kids are welcome whether they have previous experience or not!

The Romantic Date Night Experience!

Finding a new and different date night for couples to spice things up can get a little tricky. Have you ever felt like you have run out of ideas? No need to fear, we have the perfect date night that will leave you two with a new skill, a great time, and a fabulous way to relieve some stress. Make dinner reservations before or after your lesson to have the full experience. Dress up for this night out and let the fun begin! When taking lessons with your significant other you will learn different dances, get a feel of different music, and learn steps you never thought you could do! It’s important for couples not to give up on date nights! It is what strengthens your relationship and creates new memories that will last you a lifetime! Imagine holding your loved one hand in hand being able to dance patterns to music. Not only that but learning a new skill is always great to have. Having the ability to be able to dance at any party, wedding, cruise, event and even in the kitchen is a skill worth having.

Give it a try at Imperial Ballroom Dance Company where we cater to you and make sure you have the best experience! Try out our introductory package which includes two private lessons and 10 group classes for $99! Your instructor will give you a sampler of our ballroom and latin dances in which then you will choose your favorites to continue learning and dancing. This is an experience you do not want to miss.

Sign up today!

Dance Your Stress Away

Does dancing relieve stress and tension from day to day routine? The answer is yes!

Dancing is a known activity that helps with anxiety and depression. A research training group has found that 12 weeks of dance training was found to be effective on depression levels significantly lowering them!

Hearing music and being capable to move to it releases “happy” hormones making it a joyful and exciting experience. Knowing that every class you learn something new and challenge your brain to learn steps and choreographies gives a new source of excitement to your life! On top of that dance is a form of mental and physical exercise. Dancing can improve self esteem, help meet new people, and is a great workout on your muscles and endurance.

Attempt taking dance lessons to spice up your life! You will find so much happiness learning and dancing in a fun and easy going environment!

Imperial Ballroom Dance Company currently offers an introductory package which includes two private lessons and 10 group classes for $99! Try it out, and see for yourself how it will make you feel.

Peoples Choice Dance Sport 2022

Peoples Choice Dance sport 2022 was a great success for Imperial Ballroom Dance Studio! This amazing competition is a great local competition located in the Westin Kierland Resort! All of the dancers come together to perform, compete, and watch beautiful dancing!

We were happy to have Imperial students compete and we got to see wonderful progress amongst all of them.

Congratulations to Glenn Miller, Brielle Nepo, and Claire Wirick; who debuted her dancing on the dance floor!!!

We also enjoyed watching Imperial instructors Erik and Shelly Linder place 1st in the amateur Latin division Friday night!!

Dance competitions are a great time to come together and support one another! Get all dressed up and enjoy the talent on the dance floor!!! We are looking forward to the next competition already. Our next local competition will be Galaxy Dance Festival in September!

Dancers, we are so proud of you!!

Now, back to work!

Ballroom Dance Rundown

Waltz

Waltz is a smooth, progressive ballroom and folk dance, normally in about this sound triple time, performed primarily in closed position. Waltz moves around the floor counter clockwise.

Tango

Tango is a Ballroom Dance that branched away from its original Argentinian roots by allowing European, American, Hollywood, and competitive influences into the style and execution of the dance.

This is a dramatic dance style that is popular in the United States and all over the world. It is characterized by sharp, staccato movements and a passionate attitude.

Viennese Waltz

Viennese Waltz is a rotary dance where the dancers are constantly turning either toward the leader's right (a natural turn) or toward the leader's left (a reverse turn), with non-rotating change steps to switch between the direction of rotation. This dance originates from Vienna.

Foxtrot

Foxtrot is a smooth, progressive dance characterized by long, continuous flowing movements across the dance floor. It is danced to big band (usually vocal) music. The dance is similar in its look to Waltz, although the rhythm is in a 4/4 time signature instead of 3/4.

Quickstep

The movement of the dance is fast and powerfully flowing, sprinkled with syncopation. The upbeat melodies that Quickstep is danced to make it suitable for both formal and informal events. When advanced the quickstep can become a very hoppy progressive dance that looks as light as a feather when danced properly! This one is a bundle of fun to watch!

Latin Dance Rundown

Latin Dance Run down

Chachacha

Cha Cha is a fast cheeky rhythmic ballroom dance of Latin American origin with a basic pattern of three steps and a shuffle. This dance originated in Cuba in the early 1950s.

Samba

Samba is a fun, upbeat, lively dance that progresses counter-clockwise around the floor. It is characterized by its syncopated timing, bounce, rolling hip action and pelvic tilt and a great deal of rhythm is expressed throughout the torso. Samba originates from Brazil and is known as a celebratory dance!

Rumba

Rumba is universally recognized as the dance of love. It is danced to slow, sensual music with a Latin beat and features a hip action known as “Cuban Motion”. Rumba is derived from the Afro-Caribbean dance “Son” and has been popular in this country as a ballroom dance since the 1930's.

Pasodoble

Pasodoble is a style of ballroom dancing included in DanceSport categories of competition that began in the 16th century in the country of France. This dance became popular in Spain because it became based on the sound, drama, and movement of the Spanish and Portuguese bullfight. This dance is intense and packed with character!

Jive

Jive is a very happy, hoppy, energetic dance, with plenty of knee-lifting, bending, and rocking of the hips. The fastest of the 5 Latin dances, jive incorporates lots of kicks and flicks, even twirling of the woman, and doesn't move around the dance floor like other dances. Jive also consists of jazzy and swing like movements and actions!

Social dancing vs. Competitive dancing

What is the difference between social and competitive dancing? Our studio has both social and competitive dancing, it really depends on the persons goals and what they particularly want in their dancing! 

Social dancing is a popular category which is great if you are just starting and dipping your toes in the water of dancing. Social dancing is more relaxed, danced in a easier atmosphere, more easy going, and primarily focuses on socializing. Plenty of times in social groups or parties it in popular to switch partners and lead and follow. It’s a great way to mingle and get to know people around that love to dance! 

Competitive dancing is when you want to take your dancing to another level and begin competing on the dance sport circuit. Most competitions are divided in levels and categories which you would compete either with a professional instructor or a dance partner. You will perform your choreographed routines to dance music, get judged, and receive placements. Typically as you go up in levels the steps and patterns get more challenging! Competitive dancing is a great way to get involved in a whole other level! 

Here at imperial Ballroom offer both styles and typically we suggest all beginners to start social and see how they feel! Once you catch that dancing bug you can decide whether or not you want to stick to social, or go competitive!

Let us know if you are interested in trying our classes out! 

What to Wear When Dancing?

What to wear when you go dancing? This question has two answers! Depending on what you are dancing for you can either dress comfortably like a workout outfit, or get dressed up like you are about to go to a nice dinner! Again, comfort is key! Regardless of what you are wearing it should feel comfortable to move around in! 

If you are dancing for a great workout we suggest ladies to wear leggings and a tank top or t-shirt. For gents some black slim dress pants or sweat pants work, as long as you don’t feel restricted in the legs! A t-shirt or a button down polo/shirt also works great!

If you are dancing for fun or as a date night you can dress up nicely with a dress or a top and skirt for the ladies, and for the gents a nice button down and dress pants is preferred! You don’t want to have to fidget around and experience uncomforted times during your lesson so make sure the fabric and feel of your outfit makes you confident and happy. 

Regarding shoes, before purchasing real ballroom dance shoes a few suggestions we make is to wear…

For ladies: flats, low heel, light sneaker, booties, strapped wedges, or heels.

For Gents: loafers, light sneaker, or dress shoes.

With the group and private lessons we offer, we always want to make sure everyone we have a friendly and comfortable atmosphere! Regardless of what you wear, our goal at Imperial Ballroom is to make sure you have the best time learning how to dance!