We had the absolute best experience working with Thomas for our wedding first dance! From the very first lesson, he made us feel completely comfortable, even though we both started with zero dance experience. His patience, encouragement, and sense of humor made every session something we genuinely looked forward to. He also took the time to understand our vision and skill level, and choreographed a routine that felt natural and "us." What could have been stressful turned into one of the most fun and memorable parts of our wedding planning. If you're looking for someone who is talented, kind, and genuinely invested in making your moment special, we cannot recommend Thomas highly enough! read more

My partner and I pretty much had no dance experience, formal or informal dancing. We decided to reach out to Bella Ballroom as we wanted to have an acceptable first dance at our wedding 3 weeks later. We tried practicing by ourselves first, but found that their expertise saved us hours of researching time and their instructions were crucial in quickly refining the dance. We were paired with Mallory who was incredibly knowledgeable and such a pleasure to be around just as the other team members were in making our experience comfortable as amateurs. We had a couple moves to focus on, with the main difficult part being the waltz section. We were taught in an understandable manner through 5 sessions within 2 weeks. The basics of the moves were covered, and every part of our choreography was refined with insightful tips and instruction. We were able to voice any concerns and ideas, and it was a professionally taken into account for our needs. In the end, we locked it down enough to fully perform the dance well enough. The rest would just be keeping it up with practice on our own until the big day. The pricing is reasonable for an important event if you want it to look good. As it was for a wedding, we found the results to be well worth it. The team at Bella Ballroom are great instructors for anyone interested in improving at dancing. read more

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Mallory was an amazing dance instructor! My wife and I came in with zero experience, and she helped us feel confident and ready for our first dance. She made the whole process fun and easy--highly recommend! read more

Our experience with Bella Ballroom Studio was nothing short of incredible. From the very beginning, Mallory poured so much time, patience, encouragement, and passion into helping us create the perfect first dance for our wedding. Neither of us expected to look or feel like professional dancers, but somehow she transformed us into a couple that people compared to "Dancing with the Stars!" The choreography was elegant, sophisticated, and completely tailored to us. Mallory made every lesson fun, comfortable, and stress-free, even when we felt nervous or overwhelmed. Her attention to detail and ability to teach with kindness and patience truly made all the difference. On our wedding day, our first dance became one of the highlights of the entire night. We received countless compliments from our guests, with many saying it was the best and most sophisticated first dance they had ever witnessed. That moment is something we will remember forever, and we owe so much of it to Bella Ballroom Studio and Mallory's amazing talent and dedication. Thank you Bella ballroom studio and Mallory (GO PACK GO!!) read more

We found Nick while searching for someone to help us prepare a dance for our wedding, and from the very first meeting, we were impressed. He took the time to understand where we were starting from and built everything from there. We came in with little to no ballroom experience, and he guided us all the way to confidently learning spins, wall steps, and even lifts... things we never imagined we'd be able to do! Nick is an incredible teacher, he is patient, encouraging, and genuinely fun to be around. Every lesson is something we look forward to. We highly recommend Bella Ballroom and Nick's instruction. Thank you, Nick! read more

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This is now my 4th time visiting Bella Ballroom Dance Studio in Costa Mesa, CA with my fiancée and I was still impressed! Everyone at the studio was very polite and kind, and the studio is very clean. We were recommended to this studio by our friends who got married and they introduced us to Nick (dance instructor). The sign up process is effortless and the classes go very smoothly. Both my fiancée and I do not have much dance experience, so we did not know what to expect. Honestly, we were both nervous as dancing is a form of expression that requires both practice and dedication in order to build confidence to present a dance in front of an audience. For us, we were practicing for our "First Dance" at our wedding later this year. Just like our friends mentioned, Nick is an excellent instructor. Not only does he describe the instructions very carefully but his analyzing skills are detailed and improvisation is creative. He was very respectful and professional and I really enjoyed each of his dance classes. To anyone who thinks they don't have any time or stressed about preparing a dance for their events, Nick will definitely help you overcome that obstacle and help you to build the confidence you need. I definitely would recommend this place and would definitely return! :) read more

We had the best experience working with Thomas for our first dance. We signed up for his 10-class package with absolutely no prior dance experience (not even casually at concerts or clubs), and somehow walked away feeling so confident and prepared. Thomas is incredibly friendly, warm, and knowledgeable. He created such a comfortable environment for us to learn, which made a huge difference since we were starting from zero. My husband actually hates dancing, but it made me so happy to see him enjoying it because of Thomas. What really stood out was how intentional he was about preparing us not just for the choreography, but for the actual wedding day environment. He coached us on how to adapt to visual and auditory distractions, which is something we never would have considered. Even though we still ended up feeling a bit overstimulated in the moment (which was maybe inevitable LOL), we felt so much more aware and grounded because of Thomas. Initially, we told Bella Ballroom that we were okay with any instructor, but we felt extremely lucky to be paired with him. Truly grateful for Thomas and couldn't recommend him more to any couple looking to feel confident and supported going into their first dance. Thank you, Thomas :,)!! read more

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Thank you to Nick at Bella Ballroom! Thanks to him, our first dance went off perfectly! He took someone like me who is not a dancer, and not comfortable dancing and made it fun and helped my wife and I find the perfect dance to go with our song. While we started at Bella for our wedding, we are making plans to go back for some country dancing and maybe even some salsa. I recommend Bella to anyone who is learning to dance or maybe just needs some help with choreography for their event. Their instructors work to find the moves that are right for you. We will see you guys again soon! read more

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Kai was absolutely amazing. Thank you for being so patient and helpful! You're an amazing instructor and an amazing soul read more

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My husband and I love Bella Ballroom! We purchased a package before our wedding so that we could get some help choreographing our entrance and first dance. Nick was great at helping tailor the dance to us. With our leftover credits from the package, we've also been learning bachata, which has made for some fun date nights! read more

We can't recommend Thomas enough at Bella Ballroom! We did the 10-lesson package for our first dance and it ended up being one of our favorite parts of being engaged. Thomas is incredibly talented, patient, and such a kind person. He made us feel comfortable right away and closed out our sessions with some great tips to help with nerves. Each lesson was something we genuinely looked forward to and are now some of our favorite memories. Thank you, Thomas!! read more

A huge shoutout to Bella Ballroom and their incredible team--especially our dance instructor, Maddie--for choreographing the first dance of our dreams From the sweetest receptionist to the talented instructors (Kai and Mallory) and even the owner, every single person was so kind, patient, and uplifting. You can truly feel how much they care about their couples. My husband and I are definitely not routine dancers, but Bella Ballroom made us feel so comfortable and confident every step of the way. They work with all experience levels and teach at your own pace, making sure you not only learn the dance--but actually enjoy the process. Forever grateful for helping us create such a special moment we'll cherish for a lifetime read more

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We wanted to do a first dance at our wedding, but neither of us knew how to dance (our stiff bodies didn't help ). We found Bella Ballroom on Yelp and decided to give it a try. We met Kendall at our first lesson, and she taught us simple moves that actually felt doable, so we signed up for five sessions. Kendall was patient, encouraging, and did a great job choreographing our dance to our song. You still need to put in a little effort and practice at home, but she made everything easy and stress-free. After five sessions, we felt confident--and even got lots of compliments from family and friends. Highly recommend Bella Ballroom and Kendall! read more

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My fiancé and I were recommended this place by our friends to learn for our wedding dance. We are so glad we came here! We took an intro class and loved it so much, so we decided to do a package for 10 dance sessions. Our instructor Nick has been excellent at teaching us all the basics and the choreography of the song we want. He is really fun to work with and we look forward to learning from him each time. The staff here is also very welcoming and friendly. We definitely will be back for other dance lessons in the future. We highly recommend Bella Ballroom! read more

Mallory is awesome! She always made us feel comfortable. We loved how fun and funny she is. We were always cracking jokes and laughing during our lessons. In 10 sessions she choreographed our first dance and a salsa dance for us. We are so excited to show our loved ones on our wedding day. Thank you Mallory! read more

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We just had our final lesson at Bella Ballroom before our wedding, and I can't say enough amazing things about our experience--especially with Nicholas as our instructor. From the very first time we met him to our last goodbye, he made the entire process feel so fun, comfortable, and truly special. He has such a gift for reading people--he quickly picked up on our strengths and knew exactly how to guide us through the areas where we felt less confident. Instead of ever feeling overwhelmed, we always left each lesson feeling more excited and ready for our big day. Nicholas created such a supportive and encouraging environment, and you can tell he genuinely cares about his clients and their experience. What could have been nerve-wracking turned into something we'll always remember as one of our favorite parts of wedding planning. We're walking into our wedding feeling confident and so excited to have our first dance, all thanks to him. Highly, highly recommend Bella Ballroom--and especially Nicholas! read more

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My fiancee and I are currently taking lessons in preparation for our wedding at Bella Ballroom. We got paired up with Kai as our instructor and we have been having so much fun! Kai is great at teaching dance at a beginner level and he keeps it light and fun with such amazing energy. Highly recommend :) read more

This review is long overdue! My husband and I just got married earlier this month and took 10 lessons for our first dance. Our guests LOVED it! We started in August and felt confident in our dance a week or two before the wedding (but still practiced)! It was a pleasure working with Kai and Nick. They both have different styles of teaching and both were great :) Nick does like to choreo along the way while Kai likes to show a variety of moves first before piecing it all together. It was very convenient to come in as the studio has pretty flexible hours and plenty of parking in the plaza. The front of house staff are lovely and so helpful, too! They offer a lot of different types of dance lessons so if you have any questions, call them and ask. 10/10 would recommend! read more

We had such a wonderful experience taking wedding dance lessons with Mallory at Bella Ballroom! From our very first lesson, she made my fiancé and I feel completely comfortable. As total beginners, we were a little nervous, but Mallory teaches in a way that feels approachable, fun, and stress-free. She was incredibly patient, creative, and encouraging throughout the entire process. When we decided to change our song midway through our lessons, she was flexible and adjusted the choreography to match our new song. She also enthusiastically supported our decision to add a salsa section to the end of our routine, which made our first dance as a married couple even more fun and memorable. Mallory built beautiful pauses and highlights that were perfect for photos. Our photographers were given a chance to capture amazing shots that we absolutely love and we received so many compliments from our guests about how polished and fun our first dance looked. The lessons were truly worth it. Not only did we feel confident and fully prepared for our first dance, but the lessons themselves became a fun date night for us during the busy wedding planning season. We're so grateful for Mallory's support and would highly recommend her to any couple wanting to feel comfortable, prepared, and excited for their first dance. Lastly, the studio was clean, everyone working there was friendly, and it was easy to book lessons. We definitely recommend. read more

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Thank you so much to everyone at Bella Ballroom, the staff was all so welcoming, friendly and kind. We had the pleasure of taking dance lessons from a few different instructors (Kai and Nick). Nick helped choreograph our beautiful wedding dance, we went in feeling like we had two left feet to feeling like confident dancers (ha at least with our wedding dance)! We are so excited to use the rest of our dance lessons to learn other types of dances. Thank you thank you thank you! Photography: Magnolia Photography Video: Wedding Motion read more

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We couldn't have had a better time taking dance lessons for our wedding with Maddy at Bella Ballroom. We got to have a blast while putting together an epic first dance - we couldn't recommend this studio and Maddy enough! Everyone made us feel at home, and we ended up having a dance that left all our guests cheering! read more

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This review is for Thomas. My fiance and I had the best experience working with him. From the very first lesson, he made us feel comfortable, confident, and genuinely excited to learn. Over four months, he helped us create the perfect first dance for our wedding - something that felt natural to us while still looking polished and beautiful. Thomas is incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and positive, and he truly cares about his clients. We get married in 5 days and feel so prepared and excited to crush our first dance. We're so grateful for him and can't recommend him enough! read more

Big thank you to Mallory, she was a great dance instructor for my Fiancé and I. She taught us salsa and prepared both our first dance and surprise dance for our wedding. We had good laughs and enjoyed the energy she brought to every lesson, always making it fun! I highly suggest you get take classes with Mallory. read more

we went to a bridal convention held in costa mesa & stumbled upon bella ballroom! they had great representatives which made us want to book lessons with them. we did the 5 lesson package where we learned our first dance! mallory made us beginners feel very comfortable. she gave excellent pointers. her energy was so great. the way she came up with the choreography is very impressive. the whole team was awesome. everyone was welcoming & kind. now we are ready for the big day! read more

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Thomas is amazing! We had 2 weeks before our wedding and he helped us get our first dance choreographed and finalized. He's very detail oriented and creative. Highly recommend working with Thomas! read more

We celebrated our wedding almost a couple of weeks ago and are sooooo incredibly happy with how our first dance went. So many of our family and friends were impressed, especially my mother-in-law, who can't stop talking about our dance and says it was her favorite part. Thank you so much, Nick, for everything!! For your patience, support, and making this couple with two left feet look and feel so professional at our reception (: read more

Me and my husband got dance lessons from Mallory and it was best decision ever! We had no experience but she made the lesson easy and fun to lean! We enjoyed so much! Can't wait to do our first dance in our wedding read more

Thomas was my Fiance and I's dance instructor for the past three months as we prepared for our wedding. Naturally, I was nervous, a bit intimidated, and unsure of what to expect. From the moment we were welcomed into the studio, Thomas immediately put us at ease. After a quick introduction and sharing our song choice, he had a clear vision for our dance and thoughtfully guided us every step of the way. He built a strong foundation, choreographed a routine that felt authentic to us, and provided consistent, constructive feedback with patience and encouragement. More than just teaching us the steps, Thomas gave us confidence and made the entire experience meaningful and genuinely fun. What started outside of our comfort zone quickly became something we looked forward to. We couldn't be more grateful for the past three months--and we're honestly a little sad it's over. Thomas is an incredible coach, and he's inspired both me and my soon-to-be wife to continue learning new styles of dance. Thank you, Thomas! read more

My wife and I cannot say enough wonderful things about Kendal at Bella Ballroom Dance Studio! From the very first lesson to the final spin on our wedding night, Kendal was nothing short of phenomenal. I came in with little to no dance experience and a mix of nerves and excitement. Kendal met us with the perfect balance of warmth, patience, and professionalism. She listened to our vision, helped us pick the perfect choreography for our song, and somehow turned my inexperience into a romantic, graceful, and unforgettable first dance. Every lesson was fun, relaxed, and productive. Kendal tailored the choreography to suit our style and comfort level, but also gave us that wow factor we were hoping for. Our guests were blown away, and we felt confident and completely in sync thanks to her expert instruction and encouragement. Kendal truly has a gift--not just for dance, but for teaching, inspiring, and making people feel confident in their own skin and experience level. If you're looking for someone to help you create a magical moment on your big day, look no further than Kendal at Bella Ballroom. She helped make our wedding day everything we dreamed of and more. Thank you, Kendal! You are amazing and so happy to have made a friend Love, Brian & Kelcey read more

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Elisa was a fantastic instructor! Nikki and I had a wonderful time learning how to do our first dance for our wedding and Elisa was very helpful and patience with us! We will definitely come again for their other dance classes and the vibes over there are so chill read more

My husband and I loved our experience at Bella Ballroom! Mallory is amazing and such a talented teacher. We bought a bundle package, and I went from barely knowing how to dance to learning an entire choreographed dance for our wedding. Mallory was very patient and supportive throughout the entire process and provided great ideas to make our vision come to life. She made it a fun experience and much less stressful. Mallory worked with us on our first dance and also the mother/groom and father/bride dances. We both felt very confident and prepared for the dances! I highly recommend making an appointment at Bella Ballroom. read more

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Had so much fun attending the valentines date night event! During the class we learned several different salsa moves and choreography from the two instructors. They were so helpful coming around to each couple giving tips and instructions to everyone! Towards the end we got to practice our moves to energetic music and mood lighting. read more

We had such an amazing experience!!! we worked with Nicholas and he was AMAZING. So sweet, gentle and easy to follow. We only did two classes and if it weren't for us starting so late before our wedding we totally would have done more if there was time. I feel like we'll be back for anniversaries or definetly refer friends! read more

We couldn't recommend Maddie more! We walked into our first lesson with two left feet and a whole lot of nerves, and walked out with a dance we're genuinely proud of. Maddie took the time to really understand what we were hoping for and made us feel completely comfortable every step of the way. She has a way of breaking things down that made it all feel approachable and fun, even for total beginners like us. Her patience, attention to detail, and upbeat energy made the experience something we looked forward to each week. By the time our wedding rolled around, we weren't just ready, we were excited to hit the dance floor. Maddie is by far the best, and if you're on the fence, just book the lesson. You'll be so glad you did. read more

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Thomas was a great instructor for our first dance. He made the experience fun and easy for two beginners

Thomas is the best. From the beginning, he made the entire wedding dance process feel fun, comfortable, and something we genuinely looked forward to each week. What started as dance lessons quickly became our favorite date nights. Walking into Bella each week was something we always looked forward to, and we're honestly going to miss it so much. Thomas has such a special way of balancing patience, positivity, and motivation, and it made the whole experience feel effortless and enjoyable. We felt confident, supported, and excited every step of the way. We couldn't have asked for a better instructor or a better experience - thanks Thomas! read more

As most wedding couples do, we procrastinated on our first dance. Exactly a month out, we realized that we both had two left feet and needed more than what YouTube or TikTok videos could provide. In comes Bella Ballroom! We heard about Bella Ballroom through a wedding show, and took advantage of their $20 introductory class. Ultimately, we decided to commit to 5 classes before our wedding. We were fortunate enough to be paired with Kendal as our instructor. Kendal has all the qualities of a great teacher: patient, positive, kind, and encouraging. She never made us feel bad about making mistakes or if we needed an extra round of practice on a specific move. Kendal also had such a fun personality. Kendal also took time to ensure that we both felt comfortable and confident each lesson. She also completely choreographed our first dance, start to finish, and helped us master it. We can confidently say that our first dance would be nothing without Kendal and the Bella Ballroom team. Thank you Kendal! Tip: We were able to stack several lessons together and do 2 45 sessions back to back for 1.5 hours. I highly recommend at least 5 lessons if you don't know where to start. read more

Highly recommend Bella Ballroom!! Also recommend getting the 10 or 15 class package if you have enough time. We LOVED working with Mallory, so funny and patient. Every class was a blast! I also did a one-off class with my dad, with Nico. We did very light choreo and more learned some baseline moves to fall back on. Nico was patient and kind. Also recommend for bride/groom + parents! Even if you don't get paired up with Mallory or Nico, you'll still have a great time and a great dance! read more

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Amazing dance studio!!! First off, would like to admit at first I was nervous about how my experience with this studio would look like. We originally did our practice with a different instructor who unfortunately left the studio, and we were given a new instructor (Nicholas). We ultimately are very happy with Nicholas. Our first dance song was an EDM song, and despite the song being very different from standard first dance songs, Nick did a wonderful job listening to the music, and choreographing each move to fit both the lyrics and beat, while also thinking of moves that would make my wedding dress flow nicely. The guests commented how professional and beautiful our dance looked, which is surprising since both me and the hubby are bad dancers . Nick was very patient with teaching us the moves and was so helpful clarifying any questions we had! I am so thankful to have booked with this studio and would highly recommend to any bride! Thank you Bella ballroom for the wonderful experience! read more

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Kai was amazing! We had a group event, no experience dancing. Kai was very inviting and great for beginners