Overview
About
Nelson Lavayen is a professional Hip Hop dancer, choreographer, and educator with over a decade of teaching experience and more than 15 years of training in the industry. Originally from New York City and now based in Maryland, Nelson has trained under renowned choreographer Deshawn Da Prince and is a member of the acclaimed Hip Hop crew Royal Thieves. Throughout his career, Nelson has performed and collaborated on projects with world-class artists including BTS, Lin-Manuel Miranda, J Balvin, Chris Brown, and Bad Bunny. His passion extends beyond the stage, helping dancers of all ages and skill levels build strong fundamentals, improve performance quality, develop confidence, and discover their own unique style. Known for his high-energy classes, personalized coaching, and supportive teaching approach, Nelson creates an environment where every dancer is challenged to grow while enjoying the process. Whether you’re taking your first dance class or preparing for auditions, performances, or competitions, his goal is to help you unlock your full potential and become the best dancer you can be.