Kaylee Schwarz is a professional Latin ballroom dancer, competitor, and instructor whose work blends power, precision, and expressive storytelling on the dance floor. Specializing in Latin ballroom, she brings a dynamic mix of athleticism, musicality, and performance quality to every Cha Cha, Samba, Rumba, Paso Doble, and Jive she dances and teaches.
Kaylee’s Latin ballroom style has been shaped by coaching with some of the most recognizable names in the industry, including world champions Riccardo Cocchi and Yulia Zagoruychenko, as well as Dancing with the Stars alumni Tony Dovolani and legendary coach Corky Ballas. Training with these international champions has sharpened her technique, deepened her understanding of partnering and movement, and fueled her commitment to bringing world-class standards into every practice session and performance.
On the competition floor, Kaylee has earned success as a Pro-Am Rising Star Latin champion and continues to build her record in professional and Pro-Am Latin events. She thrives in the pressure of competition and treats each event as both a test and a masterclass, learning from every round, final, and placement. Whether she is dancing against seasoned professionals or stepping out with newer partners, Kaylee’s focus is always the same: clean technique, honest expression, and a strong connection with the audience.
As a Latin ballroom teacher and coach, Kaylee loves helping dancers at all levels unlock their potential. Her students know her for clear, technical instruction paired with positive, high-energy encouragement. She breaks down complex Latin actions into simple, repeatable pieces, then layers on style, confidence, and performance quality. From first-time social dancers to serious competitors preparing for major ballroom competitions, Kaylee’s goal is to create a training environment that is disciplined, supportive, and genuinely fun.
This site is a living portfolio of Kaylee’s work in Latin ballroom: competition highlights, training moments, performance photos, and glimpses into the coaching that happens behind the scenes. Whether you are a dancer looking for a Latin ballroom coach, a parent searching for an inspiring instructor, or an organizer interested in booking a Latin dance performance, Kaylee Schwarz brings champion-level standards, professional reliability, and a deep love for the art of Latin ballroom to everything she does.
Professional Journey & Training
Kaylee’s professional training spans some of the most respected names in Latin ballroom. She has studied under multiple world champions, Blackpool finalists, and Dancing With the Stars alumni, each shaping her technique, style, and performance quality. Her ongoing training reflects her commitment to excellence and her belief that great dancers never stop learning.
Coaches & Influences include:
• Riccardo Cocchi & Yulia Zagoruychenko — 10-time World Latin Champions
• Tony Dovolani — World Rhythm Champion & Dancing With the Stars Professional
• Corky Ballas — World Latin Champion & father/coach of Mark Ballas
• Andre & Natalie Paramonov — World Professional Latin Champions
• Valentin & Maxim Chmerkovskiy (Masterclasses) — DWTS Professionals & U.S. Champions
• Eugene Katsevman & Maria Manusova — U.S. Amateur Latin Champions
• Other elite pros across the U.S. and international circuits
This training foundation informs Kaylee’s approach in every competitive performance and every lesson she teaches. Her choreography, technique, and coaching style blend the artistry of world-level Latin ballroom with a modern, athletic, performance-driven edge.
Why this matters:
Kaylee’s range of world-class mentorship gives her a uniquely holistic understanding of Latin technique, styling, musicality, and performance psychology. This diverse training directly benefits her students, who get champion-level instruction distilled into simple, inspiring, and actionable learning.
Training Philosophy & Approach
Kaylee’s teaching blends the precision of elite Latin ballroom with the encouragement and clarity needed for dancers at every level to grow with confidence. Her philosophy is built on three pillars: strong fundamentals, expressive artistry, and repeatable technique. She breaks down complex Latin actions into clean, bite-sized mechanics that students can master quickly — then layers on musicality, body action, and performance quality.
Whether working with a brand-new social dancer or a seasoned athlete preparing for national-level competition, Kaylee creates a training environment that is technical, positive, and high-energy. She believes great dancers aren’t just taught steps — they’re taught how to think like dancers. Her students learn how to move efficiently, how to practice effectively, and how to build habits that lead to long-term progress.
As a teacher, Kaylee is known for her:
- Clear, concise instruction
- Focus on Latin body mechanics and foot pressure
- Emphasis on expression, style, and musicality
- Strong sense of encouragement and positive reinforcement
- High standards balanced with genuine warmth and support
Her ultimate goal: build strong, confident dancers who understand both the art and the athleticism of Latin ballroom.
What Students Can Expect
✔ Personalized Goal-Driven Coaching
Kaylee adapts her teaching to the individual — whether you want to learn your first cha-cha basic or prepare for a championship-level competitive floor.
✔ Technical Growth You Can Feel
Students leave each lesson with clear corrections, specific drills, and a sense of measurable progress.
✔ A Supportive, Empowering Environment
Kaylee is deeply committed to building confidence. Her students describe her as patient, upbeat, detail-oriented, and intensely passionate about helping dancers unlock their full potential.
✔ Competitive Insight From Industry Leaders
Her coaching is heavily influenced by guidance from icons like Tony Dovolani, Corky Ballas, Riccardo Cocchi, Yulia Zagoruychenko, and Karina Smirnoff, and she passes that knowledge directly on to her students.
✔ A Proven System for Strong Latin Movement
Technique, timing, hip action, posture, partnering skills, and performance quality — everything a dancer needs to excel on the floor.
✔ A Fun, High-Energy Learning Experience
Even the hardest drills feel rewarding. Kaylee believes training should be challenging and joyful.
Pro-Am Career Highlights
Kaylee Schwarz built her early competitive foundation in Pro-Am Latin Ballroom, training daily and competing at the highest-level events across North America. Her schedule included as many as 21 competitions per year, along with training camps, private coaching from elite instructors, and consistent finals across major national championships. Highlights include:
Major Championships & Finals
- United States Dance Championships (USDC) – Rising Star Latin Champion
- Emerald Ball Dancesport Championships – Finalist (multiple years)
- Millennium Dancesport Championships – Finalist (multiple years)
- Ohio Star Ball Championships – Finalist
- United States Dancesport Challenge – Finalist
High-Level Training & Coaching
- Twice-weekly coaching with Corky Ballas
- Additional training with 14+ elite world-class coaches since 2021
- Full-day private coaching intensives
- Participation in prestigious training camps including:
- Brooklyn Dancesport Camp
- New York Dance Festival Camp
Notable Recognition
- Featured in promotional material for multiple competitions and brands
- Competitive footage featured in the Bravo TV reality series “Dancing Queens”
- Trained daily with a professional competitive regimen including technique, conditioning, solo practice, rounds, and performance development
Professional Career Highlights
Kaylee entered the Professional Latin division in 2025 and immediately established herself as a rising contender. Within her first four events as a professional, she earned top placements across major regional and national DanceSport championships.
2025 Professional Latin Results
Summit DanceSport – Seattle, Washington (September 2025)
- 1st Place — Professional Rising Star Latin Championship
- 1st Place — Open Professional Latin Champion
Chicago Harvest Moon Ball DanceSport Championships (October 2025)
- 1st Place — Professional Rising Star Latin Championship
- 2nd Place — Open Professional Latin Champion
Paragon Open DanceSport Championships – Stamford, Connecticut (October 2025)
- 4th Place — Professional Open Rising Star Latin Championship
North American Imperial Star Ball DanceSport Championships (November 2025)
- 5th Place — Professional Open Rising Star Latin Championship
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