We envision a world where everyone feels strong, seen, and unstoppable. Through the rhythm of ballroom dance, Valor Ballroom Dance Centre aims to inspire personal transformation, build a vibrant community, and redefine what it means to move with power and purpose.
We believe ballroom dancing is more than movement—it’s a powerful expression of confidence, elegance, and joy at any age. Whether you’re beginning or rediscovering your dance journey at age 10 or 100, our world-class instructors bring grace and strength together in a space that welcomes those looking for transformation.
You’ve faced life head-on—with grace, courage, and resilience. Now, it’s time to step onto the dance floor and reclaim your rhythm. Valor Ballroom is where people move with purpose. Our signature approach combines the timeless beauty of ballroom with a fierce sense of self—no apologies, no hesitation. Where every step is a celebration of courage, self-discovery, and the power of reinvention.
Here, we don’t just teach dance.
We awaken confidence. We channel power.
And we do it all in heels, or whatever makes you feel unstoppable.
Your next chapter has music. Let it begin with a single step.
Tommy began his dance journey in jazz and hip-hop, becoming a professional choreographer by age 13. He scouted talent and choreographed for national conventions, and toured as a choreographer, master teacher, and consultant. Transitioning to ballroom, he earned Top World Instructor at Arthur Murray and was consistently the top instructor at Fred Astaire, including Top U.S. Instructor in 2008. He holds the world record for most dance lessons taught in a week—214—to raise funds for charity. From 2017–2024, Tommy was named Top World Dancesport Instructor and is a multi-year winner of the Dancers Cup Tour, Two-Time Sammy Award Winner, Hall of Fame Recipient for Florida State Dancesport, Multiple Winner Superstars Series, U.S. Dancesport Series, and Global Dancesport Series. He also holds the title of undefeated Top Teacher in the World Dancesport Series for six consecutive years.
Ihor is a two-time Ukrainian Ballroom Dance Champion, a former Ukrainian World Representative, and a U.S. National Rising Star Standard finalist. With 30+ years of competitive experience, Ihor brings world-class expertise to every lesson. Ihor is UKA (United Kingdom Alliance) certified and a FADS-certified instructor. In Ukraine, Ihor founded and directed a successful studio, built a thriving junior ballroom program, and coached top amateur and professional couples.
Since relocating to the United States in 1998, Ihor has taught throughout New York, New Jersey, and the Philadelphia region while continuing to compete professionally across the U.S. and internationally.
Known for clear technique, musicality, and an encouraging coaching style, Ihor helps dancers of all ages gain confidence, polish, and joy on the floor.
Dancing professionally as a classical ballet dancer for four years, Lydia Miller has performed with esteemed companies including the American Repertory Ballet and Roxey ballet. Under the direction of Pamela Levy and Douglas Martin, she joined the American Repertory Ballet as a Trainee on a merit scholarship, performing the roles of Snow and Flowers in ARB’s Nutcracker and dancing The Waltz of the Hours in Coppélia. During her time there, Lydia also worked with renowned choreographers Mary Barton and Kirk Peterson, appearing in Scarlet Sonata and Beaty and The Beast.
Lydia continued her professional career with Roxey Ballet, performing under Mark and Melissa Roxey for three seasons. She appeared in productions such as Dracula, Nutcracker, and Carmen, and was featured as a soloist in multiple roles, including the Dewdrop Fairy in Roxey Ballet’s made for Television Nutcracker (2020).
Lydia began her pre-professional training at The School of Pennsylvania Ballet, where she performed in twenty-three shows of The Balanchine Nutcracker and represented the school at the Philly Youth Dance Fest.
In addition to her performance career, Lydia has spent the past three years teaching and choreographing at Downstage Center and All For Dance, sharing her passion for movement and artistry with the next generation of dancers. She is eager to bring her professional experience and love for the art form to the Valor Community.
