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Nadiya Lockitch began her dance career at the age of 14 in the Ukraine and is still as passionate about ballroom dancing as she was since first stepping out onto the dance floor. With a lot of hard work and determination she entered competitive dance while in her teens, competing in both the International Latin and Standard styles. She climbed to 1st and 2nd places in local and regional competitions and ultimately won the Ukrainian National Championships.

 

Along with competing, Nadiya also became a highly successful instructor and choreographer for younger competitors, many of whom went on to take top places at European level competitions. In 2007, Nadiya was offered a position as a dance instructor at a franchise studio in New York. There she rounded out her ballroom dancing knowledge and capabilities by adding the American Smooth and Rhythm styles to her repertoire.

During her time in New York, Nadiya competed in several Pro/Am and Professional competitions and performed in many dance showcases. She also trained many young students pursuing professional level dancing in the International style.

 

In 2014, Nadiya relocated to Orange County where she has taught Ballroom dancing at the LePort Schools and the Intellect Factory. Currently she is teaching at Orange County School of the Arts and continuing to coach kids and adults at all competitive and social levels