Cleveland Ballroom Company
Ballroom, Latin, and swing in Beachwood. 25+ years, no contracts, weddings an…
A ballroom dance studio offering instruction in American and International style dances including Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Cha Cha, Rumba, and Swing.
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Before your first class
The studio explicitly states that no experience and no partner is needed; lessons teach anyone who can walk, from ages 3–103.
Wear comfortable clothing that allows free movement.
Plentiful, convenient parking available at the studio; convenient access from I-271 and I-480.
About this studio
Cleveland Ballroom Company has been teaching ballroom and Latin dance for over 25 years. The studio is run by Nichy Vegas, owner and principal instructor, who has been a nationally recognized competitor, instructor and adjudicator of ballroom and Latin dance for over 34 years. His pro competitive career focused on American Smooth, American Rhythm, and Theater Arts. He is also the organizer of the Cleveland Dancesport Challenge, now in its 19th year, held annually in September.
The studio teaches American Smooth (waltz, tango, foxtrot, Viennese waltz), American Rhythm (cha-cha, rumba, east coast swing, bolero, mambo), International Standard and Latin, plus salsa, hustle, samba and west coast swing. Group classes run Wednesdays and Thursdays 7 p.m.–8 p.m. and Sundays 4 p.m.–5 p.m. All classes are pay-as-you-go with no contracts required. Private lessons are available by appointment, and the studio offers competition training, wedding dance choreography, youth and teen programmes (ages 7–16), and corporate and non-profit wellness programmes including Latin Lunch, Leading and Following, and Waltz to Success.
The instructors include PJ Navarro, Mario Caliri and Aaron Blizzard (American Smooth, Rhythm, International Standard and Latin), Lisa Wheeler-Cooper (Masala-Bhangra and Zumba), and Jim Call (Hustle, with 35 years' experience as a hustle instructor and competitor). The studio occupies 4,000 sq ft of open dance and event space with sound and lighting, located at 23500 Mercantile Road, Suite G in Beachwood.
The CBC also functions as a venue for private events. The space accommodates comfortable seating for 80 with dancing and is available for dance events, reunions, birthday and graduation parties. Catering recommendations are provided. The studio offers plentiful, convenient parking and convenient access from I-271 and I-480. Private group dance classes can be arranged to enhance events.
What to expect
Your first visit
You will join a group or take a private lesson in a 4,000 sq ft open dance space. Group classes are friendly and social; men and women rotate partners, so you need neither prior experience nor a dance partner. The instructors will teach you basics and work at a pace suited to the room.
Instructors
Who teaches here
Nichy Vegas is the owner and principal instructor, with over 34 years of experience as a nationally recognized competitor, instructor and adjudicator. Independent instructors include PJ Navarro, Mario Caliri and Aaron Blizzard (all teaching American Smooth, Rhythm, International Standard and Latin), Lisa Wheeler-Cooper (Masala-Bhangra and Zumba), and Jim Call (Hustle specialist with 35 years' experience).
New to dancing?
What beginners can expect
The studio explicitly states that no experience and no partner is needed; lessons teach anyone who can walk, from ages 3–103.
What to wear and bring
Before your first class
What to bring
Wear comfortable clothing that allows free movement. Bring clean shoes with a leather sole (not backless); men and women both require leather-soled shoes, and sneakers are not suitable. Alternatively, you can order dance shoes from Showtime Dance Shoes.
Studio history
Cleveland Ballroom Company has celebrated 25+ years of operation. Nichy Vegas, the owner and principal instructor, is originally from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and founded the studio. He has been a nationally recognized competitor, instructor and adjudicator for over 34 years and is the organizer of the Cleveland Dancesport Challenge, now in its 19th year, held annually in September.
Styles offered
13 dance styles taught here
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Amenities
Class schedule
Weekly classes and workshops
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Frequently asked about Cleveland Ballroom Company
Quick answers to the most common questions
What dance styles does Cleveland Ballroom Company teach?
Cleveland Ballroom Company teaches Ballroom, Latin, Smooth, Rhythm, American Smooth (waltz, tango, foxtrot, Viennese waltz), American Rhythm and 7 more. The full list of styles is shown above on this page along with each genre's classes and lesson options.
Where is Cleveland Ballroom Company located?
Cleveland Ballroom Company is located in Beachwood, OH. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does Cleveland Ballroom Company offer private lessons?
Contact Cleveland Ballroom Company directly to ask about private lessons and current class options — their website has the latest details.
Does Cleveland Ballroom Company teach kids and adults?
Cleveland Ballroom Company welcomes students of varied ages and experience levels. Contact the studio to learn which classes fit your age group and level.
How do I sign up for classes at Cleveland Ballroom Company?
The fastest path is to visit Cleveland Ballroom Company via their website or check the class schedule above. Many studios offer a free or discounted intro lesson — contact them directly to ask.
Is there parking at Cleveland Ballroom Company?
Plentiful, convenient parking available at the studio; convenient access from I-271 and I-480.