NIKA International DanceSport Academy

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About Us

Dancers and coaches from NIKA International Dancesport Academy pose at Summit Dancesport

Our History

Founded in 1976 by the esteemed dancer and choreographer Elena Zakharova in Penza, Russia, NIKA International Academy began as a youth dance program and has since evolved into a prestigious, globally recognized dance school.

In 2004, we expanded our program to studios in the United States, enabling our dancers to compete in both national and international competitions. This transition has led to remarkable achievements, with our dancers becoming US National finalists and champions, as well as World Open finalists.

Many of our original NIKA students have flourished in their dance careers, becoming accomplished professional ballroom and Latin coaches, adjudicators, performers, and choreographers. Their talents have graced popular television shows such as "Dancing with the Stars" in the US and Russia, "America's Got Talent," "Oprah," and more.

Join us at NIKA International Academy, where passion for dance meets excellence!

Our pride

We are proud to showcase our accomplished alumni, who have made significant contributions to the world of dance:

- Natalia Kuzieva (Kherson, Ukraine and USA)

International adjudicator, coach, and competition organizer.

- Pavel Balykin and Maria Gershenovich ( USA)

Multiple US National champions and finalists. Pavel is the World Pro/Am Ballroom Champion.

- Nathan Murstein ( USA)

Multiple US National champions and two-time Blackpool Junior Festival semi-finalists.

- Gabriel White and Lyubov Morgan (USA)

2015 US National representatives at the World Pre-teen Championships.

- Scott Nicholson and Evgeniya Gorobets (USA)

2014 US National representatives at the World Under 21 10-Dance Championships.

- Yegor Novikov and Katia Zakharoff (USA)

US National finalists and US/UK/British Open RS Professional finalists. Katia is also a choreographer and coach, with routines featured on "Dancing with the Stars" and "America's Got Talent."

- Sergey Nekrasov (USA)

World Pro/Am Show Dance Champion with student Nina Nikolova.

- Michael Levenkov and Sabina Zaychikov (USA)

World Pro/Am Ballroom Champions, now competing as a professional couple.

- Maria Shneerson

World Pro/Am Ballroom finalist.

- Felix Sindora and Stefaniia Chudova (USA)

US National Junior Rhythm Finalists.

What we offer:

At our academy, we specialize in competitions and are dedicated to helping our students excel both nationally and internationally. However, we also believe in the importance of personal enrichment through dance. Whether you’re preparing for a wedding, celebrating an anniversary, going on a cruise, or simply looking to stay active, our experienced instructors are here to guide you every step of the way.

Gift Certificates Available!

Looking for the perfect gift? Consider purchasing a gift certificate for dance lessons, a wonderful way to share the joy of dance with friends and family.

Expert Coaching for Competitive Dancers

Our directors, Elena Zakharova, Katia Zakharoff, and Michael Levenkov, are available for guest coaching sessions tailored specifically for competitive couples and soloists.

Location

We are conveniently located in Bellevue at 12121 Northup Way, Unit 112, situated between downtown and the Crossroads.

Our Programs Include:

• Group Classes: For children ages 3-4, 4-6, and 7-10.

• Syllabus Competitive Classes: For children ages 7-10.

• Adult Dance Classes: Designed for adults of all levels.

• Private Lessons: Tailored for any age and skill level.

• Championship Level Classes: For children ages 10-14, youth, and adults.

• Weekly Supervised Competition Rounds: Open to all competitive dancers on one of the largest dance floors in the area.

For more details, please refer to our Classes page.

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Our teachers

Independent Teachers that are available for lessons at NIKA

To schedule lessons or attend classes with these coaches, please reach out to them directly. NIKA does not provide information regarding their availability or pricing, nor are we responsible for their teaching methods and practices.