Alex Maslanka
Professional Ballroom & Latin Dancer, Choreographer, and Founder of Scottsdale Dance Lessons.
Alex Maslanka is a distinguished ballroom and Latin dancer who has made a significant impact on the dance community in Scottsdale, Arizona. Since relocating to Arizona three years ago, Alex has shared his expertise with dancers of all ages and skill levels, drawing from his extensive training with world-class professionals, many of whom are world champions.
He has trained with Nino Langella, Andra Vaidilaite, Allan Tornsberg, Vibeke Toft, Barbara McColl, Klaus Kongsdal, Arunas Bizokas, Katusha Demidova, Richard Tonizzo, Claire Hansen, Artem Plakhotnyi, Anna Pelypenko, and many more in the Latin and Ballroom world.
Alex’s impressive career includes prestigious titles such as Canadian and North American Champion. He has placed as high as 11th in the International Latin category at the Blackpool Dance Festival in the UK—one of the most prestigious competitions in the world.
He has also been a semi-finalist at the International Dance Festival in the UK and a finalist in the Fred Astaire category at the World Championships in Paris, further solidifying his reputation on the global stage.
His dancing has taken him all over the world—including France, Latvia, Moldova, the Netherlands, and the UK—where he has trained, competed, and performed at international events.
As a highly sought-after instructor, Alex built strong relationships with his students, guiding them to success in their dance journeys. He worked with both adult and youth competitors across multiple categories, including Pro-Am divisions in International Latin, Rhythm, Standard, and Smooth. His students traveled and competed throughout Nevada, California, Arizona, and Canada, achieving strong results. They also earned multiple top placements in group show routines at notable competitions across Arizona.
Beyond competition coaching, Alex is a renowned choreographer, creating over 30 performances each year—ranging from pro-am routines with students to large group numbers featuring top dance professionals. His work has been showcased at prestigious events such as the Mercedes Gala in Scottsdale, symphony performances in Northern Arizona, and exclusive private events attended by hundreds.
Alex is not only a mentor but also a leader in the dance community, organizing and hosting top-tier events. His dedication to teaching extends to special initiatives; for over a year, he worked with the Arizona Autism Charter School, helping children with autism learn and enjoy dance. In February 2024, Alex and his student performed a special routine at a charity event for the school, contributing to an effort that raised half a million dollars.
In addition to his expertise in ballroom and Latin, Alex has an extensive background in commercial dance, training with industry leaders and touring the country with Tremaine Dance Conventions as their National Dancer of the Year. He has been named Dancer of the Year at several major dance conventions in the U.S. and has won countless scholarships to Millennium Dance Complex and other top commercial dance schools in the country. Throughout his career, Alex has trained closely with Tony Bellissimo, Meghan Sanett, Tiffany Maher, Jeff Amsden, Laurie Johnson, and many other top professionals in the dance industry, further refining his skills and expertise. His unique experience has allowed him to mentor young commercial dancers, many of whom are now traveling the country, winning major awards and earning scholarships at top ballet institutions worldwide.
Alex’s talent and presence have also led him to appear in television shows, music videos and commercials, including Degrassi, Canada: The Story of Us, Collision Course, Sport Chek. He has been featured on the news numerous times, promoting dance events and collaborations. Notably, he appeared on a Florida news channel for a Step Up 3 promotion, alongside Twitch (Stephen Boss), Briana Evigan, Delaney Glazer, and other renowned dancers.
