We are thrilled to share the amazing results from our By Your Side Dance Studio family at the Embassy Ballroom Championships in Orange County! 💃🕺
✨ Deborah with student Aarin Buskirk
- Aarin won all his dances (Salsa, Bachata, Hustle, and West Coast Swing).
- He also took home the Championship titles in Hustle and West Coast Swing!
✨ Guillermo with student Maritza Murguia
- Maritza and Guillermo swept their heats, winning all of their Salsa and Bachata dances!
✨ Aarin and Maritza dancing together
- This dynamic duo also won all of their Salsa and Bachata dances as partners.
We couldn’t be prouder of Aarin, Maritza, Deborah, and Guillermo for their outstanding performances and for representing By Your Side Dance Studio with such dedication and style. Their success is a true reflection of the joy and growth that ballroom dancing brings.
👏 Please join us in congratulating our dancers on their big wins!
Have You Ever Considered Competing in a Ballroom Dancing Competition?
Watching our students shine on the ballroom floor is inspiring—but here’s the secret: they didn’t start out as champions. Like many dancers, they began with curiosity, passion, and maybe even a little nervousness.
So why compete?
- 🎯 Faster Progress – Having a goal like a ballroom competition gives your lessons focus and helps you improve more quickly.
- 💃 Confidence Boost – Performing on the dance floor builds confidence that carries into every aspect of your life.
- 🌟 Sense of Accomplishment – Stepping out to perform (or compete!) is an unforgettable experience.
- 🎉 Community & Fun – Competitions aren’t just about medals—they’re about meeting new people, celebrating dance, and creating lifelong memories.
You don’t have to be “ready.” In fact, most dancers who think they’re not ready discover they actually are—with the right guidance.
✨ Ready to Shine? Try Our Performance Starter Pack
Step into the spotlight with our Performance Starter Pack — designed especially for dancers who dream about performing but aren’t sure how to start.
Here’s what’s included:
- 3 Private Lessons
- Free Entry to our Next Showcase or Team Match
- Bonus Rehearsal Support from Your Instructor
We’ll take you from nervous to confident—so you can discover a whole new kind of joy in your dancing and wow the crowd along the way.
👉 All for just $550
About the Embassy Ballroom Championships
The Embassy Ballroom Championships is one of the most prestigious ballroom dancing competitions in the United States. Held annually in Orange County, California, the Embassy Ball attracts top amateur, professional, and pro-am dancers from around the world.
With divisions spanning International Standard, Latin, American Smooth, American Rhythm, Salsa, Bachata, Hustle, West Coast Swing, and more, the Embassy Ball is a celebration of ballroom dancing in all its styles. Dancers compete in everything from single-dance heats to championship titles, making it a highlight of the ballroom competition calendar each year.
Whether you’re an experienced competitor or a newcomer looking to set your first performance goal, the Embassy Ballroom Championships are a powerful reminder of the artistry, athleticism, and joy that ballroom dancing brings.
