By Your Side Dance Studio celebrates an outstanding day of Latin, nightclub and ballroom dancing at the LA Dance Festival!
What an exciting day for the By Your Side Dance Studio family! The LA Dance Festival brought together talented ballroom dancers, enthusiastic supporters, and a wonderful community united by their love of dance.
We couldn’t be prouder of our very own Lettie, who, dancing alongside her dance instructor Guillermo Ceballos, delivered an exceptional performance across multiple dance styles and divisions!
Lettie Shines on the Competition Floor!
Lettie’s dedication, hard work, and passion for ballroom dancing were on full display as she earned an impressive collection of awards:
- 🥇 12 First Places and 8 Second Places in her individual dance events.
- 🏆 Champion – Bronze American Rhythm Scholarship, competing in Cha Cha, Rumba, and East Coast Swing.
- 🏆 Champion – 3-Dance Nightclub Championship, featuring Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue.
- 🥉 3rd Place – Nightclub Scholarship, showcasing her versatility in Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, Hustle, and West Coast Swing.
These outstanding results reflect Lettie’s commitment to improving her dancing and the joy and confidence she brings to every performance.
Great Dancing Begins with Great Coaching
Behind every successful dancer is a foundation of dedicated coaching, encouragement, and guidance. We want to recognize Deborah for her exceptional ballroom coaching, vision, and leadership. Her passion for teaching, attention to detail, and commitment to developing confident, well-rounded ballroom dancers continue to inspire our students both on and off the competition floor.
A Dance Community Worth Celebrating
Competition days are even more memorable when shared with friends! A heartfelt thank you to Janice, Jennifer, and Kat, our wonderful cheering squad, for their enthusiasm and encouragement throughout the day.
We also want to recognize our fellow dance community member Julie, who joined us at the ballroom dance competition. Thank you for your support, Julie, and congratulations on your own wonderful dancing! It was a pleasure sharing this experience with you.
A Wonderful Experience at the LA Dance Festival
Our sincere appreciation goes to the LA Dance Festival organizers for hosting such an exceptional event. The elegant setting, vibrant atmosphere, and genuinely welcoming environment made the entire day a pleasure. The thoughtful hospitality, including a wonderful selection of fresh fruit and snacks available throughout the day, was an especially lovely touch.
It’s these details that make a dance competition more than just an event — they create an experience that dancers and spectators alike will remember.
Could You Be Our Next Dance Success Story?
At By Your Side Dance Studio, we believe dancing is about much more than trophies. It’s about personal growth, confidence, friendship, and discovering what you’re capable of achieving. Whether your goal is to feel comfortable on the social dance floor, improve your technique, perform in a showcase, or experience the excitement of ballroom and Latin dance competitions, we’re here to help you every step of the way.
You don’t have to be an experienced dancer to begin. You just have to take that first step!
💃 Ready to start your own dance journey?
Explore our group classes, private dance lessons, and competitive ballroom dance training.
About the Los Angeles Dance Festival
The Los Angeles Dance Festival (LADF) is an exciting dance competition celebrating the artistry, athleticism, and passion of ballroom and Latin dancing. Bringing together talented ballroom dancers from around the world, the festival features world-class competitions in Latin, Ballroom, Rhythm, and Smooth, along with special events and opportunities for dancers to learn, connect, and grow. It’s a wonderful celebration of dance, dedication, and the international dance community!
