Pivot Dance Club, founded by professional dancers and longtime Ridgefield residents Tonja and Randy Dias, is creating a joyful new space for connection, confidence, and fun through ballroom, Latin, and social dance. Opened in January, the studio offers private lessons, group classes, and social dance parties for dancers of all ages and experience levels.
After a festive ribbon cutting with the Ridgefield Chamber of Commerce on May 13 — where First Selectperson Rudy Marconi joined a lively Merengue lesson alongside guests — and a packed launch party that weekend, the studio is now in full swing.
“Our goal isn’t just to teach steps—it’s to help people connect, express themselves, and feel part of something meaningful,” said co-founder Tonja Dias.
The Pivot team includes three additional highly experienced instructors who are helping build this dynamic dance community. One of them, Alexey Gavrilov, hosts a monthly Argentine Tango Milonga — a social gathering for tango dancers — held on the first Friday of every month from 8–11 PM.
- Thursday, June 27: All-levels Bachata Class (7:15–8 PM) + Practice Party (8–9 PM)
- Thursday, July 18: All-levels Salsa Class (7:15-8 PM) + Practice Party (8-9 PM)
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Pivot Dance Club is located at 21 Governor Street in Ridgefield, inside the Way of the Sword Academy, where owner Mike Martin has warmly welcomed the studio into his dynamic, multi-use community space.
- Learn more http://pivotdanceclub.com