melinda.piekstra

melinda.piekstra Enriching lives through the movement and connection of dance. - Wheelchair accessible
- Ground speaker with Bass for HOH and Deaf Community

05/28/2026

Student Spotlight: Mark! 🌈🌻
A great performance is not just about dancing well. It is about making people feel something.

What I loved most about Mark’s “Over the Rainbow” showdance was his commitment to the character and story behind the piece. He invited the audience into the world we created together and performed it with such warmth, sincerity, and heart.

So proud of you, Mark, for bringing this number to life in such a meaningful way. 🌈

Congratulations to Mark 🤍What a truly special moment to be a part of!Not only did he step onto the dance floor and perfo...
04/29/2026

Congratulations to Mark 🤍
What a truly special moment to be a part of!

Not only did he step onto the dance floor and perform with courage and presence, but he also shared his gift at the piano beforehand—setting the tone in such a beautiful, personal way.

Moments like this are what it’s all about… stepping outside your comfort zone, embracing the challenge, and allowing yourself to be seen.

I’m so proud of you, Mark, for rising to the occasion and performing at the incredible Emerald Ball Dancesport Championships. What an achievement. ✨

04/24/2026

Not your average first dance… and that is exactly the point. 💕
This sneak peak was approved by the couple 😉

They didn’t come in trying to do a ‘standard’ first dance… they came in with ideas, personality, and a willingness to try something new and different. Last night was such an awesome moment as we finished their first draft of the full choreography.
I love collaborating with my couples to find what is uniquely them. It is such a beautiful and rewarding process!

I cannot wait to see this on their wedding day 🤍

Thinking about your first dance? Let’s create something that actually feels like you.

You are doing all the steps you have been told to do… So why does your dancing still feel off?Maybe,* Your turns feel un...
04/22/2026

You are doing all the steps you have been told to do…
So why does your dancing still feel off?

Maybe,
* Your turns feel unstable or rushed
* Your arms don’t know where to go
* Or everything feels a little… mechanical

You’re not alone! And trust me, it is not a talent issue.

It is a missing layer most student dancers have not developed yet.

In this workshop, we are going to address that.

You will learn how to:
✨ Build your turns and find control from the ground up.
✨ Use your arms with purpose instead of just “hitting the line”
✨ Connect your movement to intention so your dancing finally feels natural—and looks confident

This is where things start to click.

📍 Laguna Hills
🗓 May 16 | 11:00AM–1:30PM
💰 $70

If you’re ready to stop feeling stuck and start feeling in control of your dancing—this is for you.

DM to reserve your spot.

✨ Ballroom Dress Trunk Sale ✨On February 21st, join us for a curated trunk sale featuring pre-owned competition dresses ...
02/18/2026

✨ Ballroom Dress Trunk Sale ✨
On February 21st, join us for a curated trunk sale featuring pre-owned competition dresses available for try-on and purchase.

Latin, Smooth, and Ballroom styles available - alterations possible.
A great opportunity to find your next competition look at a great value.

In partnership with and

02/12/2026

Before the spotlight… there’s the work.

I am so proud of Bret! This was a new experience for him and seeing him dancing with more intention, awareness, and presence than ever before was such a rewarding feeling!

For a little over a year, we have worked together not just on steps, but on leadership. On trusting the process. On building confidence that doesn’t rely purely on memorization, but on understanding connection. That kind of growth doesn’t happen overnight — it happens through consistency and showing up even when it’s hard.

Watching him step into this routine and truly own it was something special. You could feel the difference. Not just in the movement… but in the conviction behind it.

So incredibly proud of the work, the courage, and the evolution it took to bring this to the stage.

Choreography by Jonathan Roberts
Event: Sway Ballroom Dance Showcase — Legends of Music


02/08/2026

We are excited to host a Ballroom Dress Trunk Sale alongside our dance workshops on February 21st!
Pre-owned competition dresses in Latin, Smooth, and Ballroom styles will be available to try on and purchase.

Perfect if you are prepping for an upcoming competition/show or ready for a new look ✨
*Alterations possible.

Please come between 11am and 2pm (or reach out to schedule a try on appointment same day!)
Address:
23521 Ridge Route Dr. Suite C, Laguna Hills CA

✨Workshop – Saturday, Feb 21 | Starting at 11am✨Join us for a focused workshop series designed to improve control, conne...
02/07/2026

✨Workshop – Saturday, Feb 21 | Starting at 11am✨

Join us for a focused workshop series designed to improve control, connection, and confidence on the dance floor. All levels welcome.

🕚 1 hr | Body Control for Every Style – with Melinda
Movement isolations through the feet, hips, ribcage, head & more, applied to both Smooth/Standard and Latin/Rhythm.
📋 Take-home body movement checklist included
🧦 Socks with grip recommended

🕛 1 hr | Smooth Flow Between Figures – with Dominic
Learn how to create seamless transitions between figures using space, holds, and partnership so your dancing feels fluid and intentional.

🕐 30 min | Competition Prep – with Melinda & Dominic
Mindset, warm-ups, floor etiquette, performance presence, and an overview of heats, scholarships, and multi-dances.

👗 After the workshops: Ballroom Dress Trunk Sale
Pre-owned competition dresses available for try-on and purchase.
Alterations possible.

Workshop Rate: $70 - includes all workshops
Private lessons may be available before or after the workshops.
DM for details or to reserve your spot 💃🕺

02/02/2026

From “I do” to 𝒿𝓊𝓈𝓉 𝓊𝓈 🥹🤍
Watching these two go from their first lesson at the studio… to their wedding day… and now sharing their honeymoon moments is the sweetest reminder that dancing isn’t just a skill — it’s a memory you get to keep.

Congratulations to you both! Keep laughing (and dancing) through life together ✨

So proud of these dancers! ❤️‍🔥After an incredible dress rehearsal, they are ready to step into the spotlight and share ...
01/28/2026

So proud of these dancers! ❤️‍🔥
After an incredible dress rehearsal, they are ready to step into the spotlight and share what they have been working toward. The growth, dedication, and heart they bring to the floor truly shows.

Join us this Saturday at 7pm in Orange County CA for their showcase performances — it’s going to be a beautiful evening of dance and celebration.

🎟️ Tickets are on sale
📩 DM me for details!

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Laguna Hills, CA
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Monday 11:15am - 5pm
Tuesday 11:15am - 9:15pm
Wednesday 7pm - 10pm
Thursday 7pm - 10pm
Friday 6:15pm - 10pm
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