Under the artistic direction of Tatiana Stepanova (Prima Ballerina, People's Artist of Ukraine and Graduate of Bolshoi Ballet Academy in Moscow) Stepanova Ballet Academy has become one of the premier ballet schools in Toronto.SBA proudly utilizes the prestigious Russian Vaganova Method of instruction. This precise technique and system of instruction promotes the development of lower back strength, arm plasticity, and the requisite strength, flexibility and endurance for ballet. These benefits can be seen in the promotion of better posture, sculpting and toning the body, flexibility and creative expression.
Established in 1959, Canada's National Ballet School is a world leader in the training of professional dancers and teachers. Dedicated to moving the world by teaching and celebrating dance, NBS is committed to promoting the art of dance through community engagements in addition to offering recreational and professional programs. NBS graduates can be found as dancers, choreographers, artistic directors, teachers and administrators in over 65 dance companies worldwide, and in even more schools around the globe.
Arthur Murray North York specializes in teaching beginner dancers how to survive on the dance floor. Our interrelated system makes learning to dance to any style of music fun, quick, and easy!
We teach any dance you can dance with a partner: Waltz, Swing, or Cha Cha? You got it. Salsa, Tango, Two-Step? No Problem! With over 30 styles of dance to choose from, we've got you covered.
National Ballet performs annual Fall, Winter and Summer seasons plus The Nutcracker. The company has toured in Canada and the United States, and throughout the world including performances in Great Britain, Germany, The Netherlands, Israel, Hong Kong, Japan, Italy and Mexico. In the coming year The National Ballet of Canada will appear at the Los Angeles Music center, The Kennedy Center in Washington, and the prestigious Sadler's wells Theatre in London England.
DanceTastic Studio (D.T.S) opened its doors in 2002.. At D.T.S. we take pride in our high quality dance education taught in a positive learning environment. Our goal is to provide each student with mental, and physical challenges through movement. We will stimulate memory and retention while providing discipline, and excitement for the individual dancer. D.T.S. provides an exciting after school program (September to May) for children and/or adults who want to learn, or improve their dance abilities. Did you know that the Government of Canada allows parents to claim the total cost of dance lesson fees ($500.00/child under 16 years old) as a tax credit.
With countless professional Theatrical and Film and Television credits to her name, Karen is proud to have been an original cast member of the Tony Award-winning Broadway Musical 'RAGTIME'. While on Broadway, enjoyed playing numerous roles on both television, and in film.
The Stretch and Strength class really helped improve my flexibility and core strength. Exercises are very innovative and challenging and the instructor provided excellent feedback. My private dance coaching was amazing!...the phenomenal skill and teaching ability of Karen Andrew really helped me improve my skills. The studio is very new and clean as well, with easy street parking in front, and its right off the DVP....very easy to access.Read more
Established in 1999, this year we celebrate 15 years of nurturing young dancers in their passion for dance and performance. Turning Pointe offers students an opportunity to learn and grow in all areas of life through their dance experience and we are very proud of our students' accomplishments inside and outside our classrooms. All ages and levels, whether you wish to dance for fun or train intensively, our studio welcomes and inspires dancers to reach their full potential and celebrate in their success!