Vadim  Boldirev is originally from Baku, Azerbaijan. He fell in love with the  art of dance at the age of 14 and his passion for dance has not  stopped.  Vadim began quickly climbing the ranks. After 5 years of  continuous training in ballet and International style, and numerous  competitions he became a champion of several big events in the country  and Caucasus region including the Cup of the Capitol, Cup of Azerbaijan  Republic, and Tri-country Championships. 

After  becoming one of the leading teachers in the country and opening his own  studio he was recruited by the Fred Astaire Dance Company and relocated  to Michigan in 2009. Almost immediately he started to study the  American style of ballroom dancing and competed with his new partner -  Karla, who after moving down to Florida became his wife. Several years  later they became undefeated Closed American Smooth and Rhythm  Inter-region Champions for Fred Astaire Dance Studios, Open American  Smooth finalists, and runners-up in Rising Star American Smooth at World  Fred Astaire Championships. In 2014,  Vadim and Karla became proud  owners and managers of Aliqua Ballroom.  

Vadim  has many certifications and extensive knowledge in many styles of dance  including American Smooth and Rhythm, International Standard and Latin,  social club, and  country dances.  Besides teaching, Vadim enters dance competitions with  his students, choreographs routines, organizes and hosts dance  showcases, and participates in fundraisers and other special dance  performances.

He is always looking for new and creative ways to incorporate his love for dance.