

At The Phoenix Ballroom Academy, we use ballroom dance to build confidence, skill, and joy at every level. From first-timers to advanced competitors, dancers of all ages can grow in a fun, professional, and supportive setting.
Benefits
Discover why adults, students, and families throughout the Phoenix area choose The Phoenix Ballroom Academy for expert instruction, lasting confidence, and a lifelong love of ballroom dancing.
Come on your own or with a partner—everyone is welcome.
A proven academy approach that helps students progress with confidence.
Learn from a Fellow-certified instructor and national ballroom judge.

Private lessons for adults and programs for ages 8–18.
Build confidence, teamwork, poise, and lifelong social skills.
Ballroom is a skill you can enjoy for the rest of your life.
"Phoenix Journey"

FOUNDER of The Phoenix Ballroom Academy
Ross Pearce is the founder of The Phoenix Ballroom Academy, a nationally certified ballroom instructor, national adjudicator, and accomplished professional competitor dedicated to helping children and adults discover the joy of ballroom dancing.
✓ NDCA U.S. National Professional 9-Dance Finalist
✓ UCWDC Open Showcase World Champion
✓ Fellow Certified in All Four Ballroom Styles
✓ National Ballroom Adjudicator
✓ Over 25 Years Teaching Dancers of All Ages
Why Choose Us
From a child’s first steps on the dance floor to an adult discovering a new passion, we combine expert instruction with personalized programs designed to help every dancer learn, grow, and succeed.

National-level experience and professional training brought into every lesson.

Structured ballroom programs designed specifically for Junior and Youth dancers.

Private instruction and programs built around each dancer's goals and experience.

From a child's first ballroom class to adults, weddings, social dancing, and competition.
Explore Our Ballroom Programs
At The Phoenix Ballroom Academy, dancers of all ages and experience levels can grow through structured ballroom training designed around their goals. From a child’s first ballroom class to advanced competition and performance, or an adult learning for social dancing, every program builds confidence, technique, and skill at the right pace.
Our students learn dances including Waltz, Cha Cha, Tango, Foxtrot, Jive, Swing, and more while progressing through clearly defined levels. Whether your goal is confidence, competition, performance, or simply enjoying the dance floor, our experienced instructors provide training that grows with you.

Ages 8-12
Build confidence, coordination, and ballroom skills in a fun, structured program designed for young dancers.

Ages 12-18
Develop confidence, technique, and performance skills while learning Ballroom and Latin dancing in a positive, energetic environment.

Ballroom • Latin • Country • Swing
Learn at your own pace with personalized private lessons in Ballroom, Latin, Country, Swing, and more.

Create a Beautiful First Dance
Feel confident and comfortable on the dance floor while creating a beautiful first dance that feels like you.
Discover expert ballroom instruction for every age, experience level, and goal.

At The Phoenix Ballroom Academy, we use ballroom dance to build confidence, skill, and joy at every level. From first-timers to advanced competitors, dancers of all ages can grow in a fun, professional, and supportive setting.
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