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Accolades & Reviews

Recognizing Excellence in Dance Education

Welcome to Our Accolades & Reviews

At Ballroom and Beyond, our commitment to excellence is reflected in every dance step, class, and performance. This page is a tribute to the hard work, passion, and dedication that our entire community—students, instructors, and staff—pours into making our studio a place of growth and achievement.

Here, you will find a collection of our proudest accomplishments and the heartfelt testimonials from those who have experienced the transformative power of dance with us. Whether it’s the recognition we’ve earned or the stories of success from our students, this page is the home of our studio’s most significant milestones.

We invite you to explore our journey, celebrate our achievements, and discover why Ballroom and Beyond is more than just a dance studio—it’s a community where excellence thrives.

"Back in January, I bought a four class pack to challenge myself to try something new. Five months later and I have been back every week since. Nick is extremely knowledgeable and fun, and will do everything he can to help you be your best. Mandi’s ability to make everything run smoothly has been essential for getting into ballroom. Joining the studio has helped me to rediscover a part of myself that I thought was long gone. It’s honestly been such a blast to work with them, and if you’re even a little curious, just sign up. I can’t recommend the studio enough!"
Jessica SchokmanBallroom & Beyond Student
"Matthew at Ballroom and Beyond was amazing. He worked with us in a short period of time to create an awesome dance that we love and are so excited to show our wedding guests. 10/10 recommend!! Thank you!"
Rosey OppenheimBallroom & Beyond Student
"I've been a student here for some time. I've improved more quickly as a social dancer with Nick than any other instructor I've had. Good work!"
Ian HoymanBallroom & Beyond Student
"My fiance took me here for a birthday surprise and we had so much fun taking their Latin Rhythm group dance class. Everyone was very welcoming and the atmosphere was great! The instructor was wonderful and very knowledgeable. I would recommend this place to anyone."
Erin SandersBallroom & Beyond Student
"Nick was so fun to work with!! My husband and I had an awesome experience working with him to prepare for our wedding first dance. He taught us (both awkward and new to dancing) the basics, then slowly built up to a choreographed dance to our favorite song. He made it easy and fun. The dance turned out to be the best part of our wedding and a great memory! I’d love to come back to work with Nick on more dances!"
Jenny SantosBallroom & Beyond Student
"My fiancé and I worked with Matthew and had the absolute best experience! He was patient, creative, and essential in creating our perfect first dance. We had a blast working with him and couldn’t recommend him more highly!!"
Jacqueline JacobsBallroom & Beyond Student
"Working with Liz was a great experience. We came to prepare for the first dance at our wedding, and Liz helped us a choose a style of dance that matched our song and learn how to perform a beautiful dance in just five weeks. We’re so grateful and would absolutely recommend B&B to anyone who is interested, for weddings or otherwise."
Zack LeitzBallroom & Beyond Student
"Matthew did an incredible job prepping us for our wedding. It was unbelievable how much we learned during the 7 session wedding package. He was also extremely accommodating of our schedule. We will recommend him to all of our friends getting married because it is a no brainer."
Peter LynchBallroom & Beyond Student
"We took 5 lessons as a couple and came out with a great choreographed first dance for our wedding! Liz was a fantastic instructor and worked with our skill level (complete beginners) and last minute timing. Everyone at Ballroom & Beyond was fantastic and fun to spend time with!"
Dakota KoenigsbergBallroom & Beyond Student
"Cannot recommend this studio enough! We had the pleasure of working with Matthew who was extremely kind, knowledgeable, and made us feel confident for our big day. The environment is clean, welcoming, and all of the staff that we interacted with were so sweet and encouraging. A true team of professionals!"
Miranda LauzonBallroom & Beyond Student
"Nicholas got my wife in shape for our wedding dance in spectacular fashion! He can really do it all and choreographed everything — and taught me (who’s widely known as an awkward dancer) how to properly move for our song. It turned out magical. On top of that, he’s a genuinely cool, nice guy to work with."
Benjamin LongneckerBallroom & Beyond Student
"We have always wanted to learn Standard/Smooth dances and we have finally after many, many years taken the plunge. We were both feeling out of our comfort zone, but that didn't last long with Nick. It has been so fun and has turned into our date night. Try the first free lesson and you will be hooked. Of course it is fun with, but you don't need a partner."
Nancy SchultzBallroom & Beyond Student
"Great place to get out of the house, turn the evening into a date and learn a few new dance moves!! Clean, great staff, excellent instructors! Will be back again 👍🏼"
Simon GolubBallroom & Beyond Student
"Nick is INCREDIBLE!! I have been taking ballroom lessons from him for 5 months so far, will compete in my first competition in 3 weeks, and none of that would be possible without this studio. Nick is SO patient and talented! Mandi is organized and wonderful administratively and as a coach. Love them!"
Stacy CasonBallroom & Beyond Student
"I love Ballroom & Beyond! Nick has been teaching me for 6months and is such a positive and encouraging teacher, I really enjoy coming to his classes. Nick takes the time to foster a sense of community and has big plans for group lessons and showcases. Mandi is proactive in keeping us up to date with studio news and is available to help out students that need extra guidance! Everyone I have met that works here is very talented and I’m so happy to be part of this community."
Katie O'ConnorBallroom & Beyond Student
"If you want to grow as a dancer Ballroom and Beyond will exceed your expectations. Personally, I took private lessons to learn how to partner dance. Nick, my coach, immediately worked with me at my own level to grow my personal skill set while making me super comfortable AND causing me to have so much fun!!! Mandi and Nick have created a community where I have made connections with others that have similar interests. If you want to grow your competitive OR social dancing skills, this is the place to do so in a safe, fun, caring environment. For me, dancing with Nick is the highlight of my week because I walk out smiling each and every time. If you are reading this, my advice is to make an appointment, then just dance 💃 🕺 You will be thrilled with your choice!!!"
Laurie FieldsBallroom & Beyond Student
"Learning to dance at Ballroom and Beyond has been the greatest experience! I truly felt stuck before I decided to pursue ballroom competitions. I never saw myself as a graceful or beautiful dancer. This studio has started to change that, training here has been the best choice I could have made! Nick and Mandi are both absolutely wonderful in answering all of my questions and Nick has been an incredible instructor! I am so thankful I found Ballroom and Beyond!"
Christal DemastusBallroom & Beyond Student
"We had Liz as our instructor for our wedding. She taught my wife and I, and also my mom and I to feel prepared for the big day! We learned the foxtrot for my dance with my wife and the cha-cha for the dance with my mom!

Liz was a great teacher, and someone who as an eye for technical detail, as well as explaining those details in a very manageable way. We really enjoyed working with her, and would absolutely recommend working with her at Ballroom and Beyond."
Brad HomeyerBallroom & Beyond Student
"AMAZING!! My partner and I had such an amazing time. Mathew made it so enjoyable and educational. We were somewhat nervous due to our lack of dancing experiencing but he walked us through every party of our wedding dance while creating a fun and nonjudgmental space. Would highly recommend Mathew!!!!!!!"
Lany AshlynBallroom & Beyond Student
"My fiancé and I found Ballroom & Beyond looking for some quick help with our wedding first dance. We worked with both Matt & Liz and they were not only amazing in helping us get more comfortable with what we are doing, but worked with us on a very tight schedule. We are already discussing visiting again to keep learning after our wedding! Do yourself a favor and go see them!"
Rhett CrossBallroom & Beyond Student
"BEST experience. I hadn’t taken a dance class since I was a child nor had I ever done a dance lesson like this with my partner. My partner is an excellent dancer and has experience so I felt I needed to get some prior to our wedding. Liz and Matthew are AMAZING. I was so nervous and they helped me to feel comfortable, gain simple dance moves, and are wonderful teachers. We will be back after our wedding bc it was so fun! Thank you guys so much for helping us look cohesive and like we know what we are doing on our wedding day!"
Emily BraunBallroom & Beyond Student
"When I first told my fiancé that I wanted to take dance lessons for our first dance, he told me to not get my hopes up because dancing was not in his skill set. With the expert help of Matthew at Ballroom and Beyond, we will be dancing with confidence at our wedding this Saturday! Matthew was flexible, patient, and encouraging. We came in as completely novice dancers but Matthew quickly helped us learn some basic steps to start our journey. He helped us pick the right dancing style and designed choreography for a perfect two minute first dance. We can’t wait to surprise our guests!"
Becky PageBallroom & Beyond Student
"Dancing at Ballroom and Beyond was a great experience. Matt and Nick really made us feel comfortable and gave us confidence. We learned new dance skills that we can use together, and had fun too!"
Becky PageBallroom & Beyond Student
"We had a fantastic experience with Matthew for lessons for our first dance at our wedding. Coming from two people with no dance background we were skeptical we’d get to a place where we knew what we were doing but by our fifth lesson we had our routine down and felt very comfortable and looked fantastic in the end. Matthew was very encouraging, choreographed an accessible routine and made lessons a lot of fun. Highly recommend working with him and anyone else at Ballroom and Beyond."
Victoria BorbasBallroom & Beyond Student
"My fiancé and I got a seven dance wedding package and had no prior experience dancing (me especially). Liz worked with us to help narrow down our song, got it trimmed for us, and helped us finalize a great routine to it. Seven dances later, we have the moves memorized and feeling super confident!

The class was a ton of fun and we learned a lot- I can’t recommend this studio enough for couples getting married or just people wanting to dance. We’ve never been big dancers, but we’ll likely return for more lessons after our wedding because we had such a great experience."
Sam SkeltonBallroom & Beyond Student
June 2026
2026 Best of Award Winner: Ballroom & Beyond

Ballroom & Beyond was named a BusinessRate Best of 2026 Award Winner for Dance School in Denver, Colorado. The recognition is drawn from the studio's Google review record, making it the rare honor awarded not by competition judges but by the students themselves.

June 2026
June 2026
Top Colorado Teacher: Nick Bloxsom-Carter

Nick Bloxsom-Carter was named 2nd Place Top Teacher and 1st Overall Colorado Teacher at the June 2026 Colorado Star Ball, a dual honor underscoring his coaching excellence and his standing among the state's premier instructors.

June 2026
June 2026
Top Performing Studio: Ballroom & Beyond

Ballroom & Beyond earned Top Performing Studio at the June 2026 Colorado Star Ball, a reflection of the strength and consistency of its students' competitive results.

June 2026
June 2026
Top Mile High Studio: Ballroom & Beyond

Ballroom & Beyond was named Top Mile High Studio at the June 2026 Colorado Star Ball, recognizing the studio's standing among the region's premier ballroom programs.

June 2026
April 2026
4th Place Top Teacher: Nick Bloxsom-Carter

Nick Bloxsom-Carter earned 4th Place Top Teacher at the April 2026 San Diego Ballroom Beach Bash, an honor recognizing his coaching excellence and his continued impact on his students' competitive success.

April 2026
2026
Top Colorado Studio: Ballroom & Beyond

Ballroom & Beyond was awarded Top Colorado Studio at the 2026 Colorado Winter Classic, recognizing the studio’s competitive excellence and the strong performances of its students across multiple events.

 

2026
2026
1st Place Top Male Teacher: Nick Bloxsom-Carter

Nick Bloxsom-Carter earned 1st Place Top Male Teacher at the 2026 Colorado Winter Classic, an honor recognizing his leadership, coaching excellence, and impact on student success.

2026
2025
1st Place Colorado Studio & 1st Place Overall Studio: Ballroom & Beyond

Ballroom & Beyond earned 1st place in Colorado and 1st place overall at the 2025 Colorado Star Ball. These top honors highlight the studio’s continued excellence, the dedication of its students, and the unmatched expertise of its instructors.

2025
2025
1st Place Top Teacher: Nick Bloxsom-Carter

Nick Bloxsom-Carter earned the prestigious 1st place Top Teacher award at the 2025 Colorado Star Ball, a reflection of his outstanding coaching, passion for dance, and unwavering commitment to student success.

2025
2025
5th Place Top Teacher: Matt Hayes

Matthew Hayes was recognized as 5th Place Top Teacher at the 2025 Colorado Star Ball. This distinction celebrates his dedication, growth, and the lasting impact he makes on his students and the studio’s reputation.

2025
December, 2024
3rd Place Top Studio: Ballroom & Beyond

Ballroom & Beyond was honored as the 3rd place Top Studio at the 2024 Holiday Dance Classic. This achievement underscores the studio’s commitment to excellence and the incredible talent of its instructors and students alike.

December, 2024
December, 2024
4th Place as Top Teacher: Nick Bloxsom-Carter

Nick Bloxsom-Carter earned 4th place in the prestigious Top Teacher category at the 2024 Holiday Dance Classic. This recognition highlights his exceptional dedication, skill, and passion for dance education, celebrated on a grand stage in Las Vegas.

December, 2024
June, 2024
2nd Place Top Studio

Our studio's dedication to providing high-quality dance instruction and creating a vibrant community has been recognized with the 2nd Place Top Studio award at the prestigious Colorado Star Ball. This accolade reflects the hard work and passion of our entire team and our wonderful students.

June, 2024
June, 2024
3rd Place Top Teacher: Matthew Hayes

Matthew Hayes has demonstrated outstanding dedication and expertise, earning the 3rd Place Top Teacher award at the Colorado Star Ball. His passion for dance and ability to inspire his students have been key to this accomplishment. Well done, Matthew!

June, 2024
June, 2024
2nd Place Top Teacher: Nick Bloxsom-Carter

We are thrilled to celebrate Nick Bloxsom-Carter, who earned the 2nd Place Top Teacher award at the Colorado Star Ball. Nick's exceptional teaching skills, creativity, and commitment to his students' success have made this achievement possible. Congratulations, Nick!

June, 2024
Why Choose Us

Over 10 Years Teaching Dance

Ballroom and Beyond has been providing exceptional dance instruction for over a decade. Our experienced instructors, comprehensive class offerings, and welcoming community make us the best choice for dancers of all levels. Join us and discover the joy of dance.