Dance Classes Toronto
Quality Dance Lessons for Beginners
www.dance-classes.ca
Canada's largest privately-run Ballroom and Salsa Dance School!
(based on the number of group class students per week)
Canada's largest student outings for Ballroom and Salsa!
Toronto's largest Wedding Dance Choreography School!
Dance Classes Toronto caters to beginner dancers who want to experience
the joy of dancing in a fun and friendly environment. We offer quality
dance classes in Latin, Ballroom, Cardio Salsa Fitness, Salsa, Swing,
Lindy Hop, Tap, etc., and wedding dance lessons
in Toronto. Dance Classes Toronto is a dance school that
specializes in beginner lessons so we excel in teaching absolute beginners.
Over 90% of our students are 20 to 40 years old.
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Would you like to dance like those in the famous TV shows or movies of
Dancing With The Stars, So You Think You
Can Dance, Dance With Me, Dirty Dancing, or Shall We Dance?.
Now's your chance!
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The Fall Latin-Ballroom group classes
starts mid-Sep 2009. The schedule is now posted.
Register quickly for these highly popular classes!
Only $13/h-$14/h including tax! Classes are SOLD OUT 2-3 weeks
before they start!
Some classes are filling up or full.
Click on the link below.
 for Toronto Ballroom Lessons/Classes.
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The Fall Cardio Salsa Fitness group classes
starts Oct 2009. The schedule is now posted.
SAVE $16/p. Payment must be received by Sep 18.
No need for a partner! Click on the link below.
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The Spring Swing/Lindy Hop and Tap group classes
starting Nov 2009 are now available for registration.
Click on the links below.
Pay by Oct 26 to SAVE $10/person!
Pay by Oct 26 to SAVE $10/person!
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The following are dance classes/lessons that are held in various
locations in Toronto, close to subway lines.
Toronto Dance Classes/Lessons
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Click Below for Group Classes
For details on start dates, locations,
prices, registration, etc, click on the links below:
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- Cha Cha, Jive, Rumba, Foxtrot, Waltz, Tango
It is highly recommended that you register for the above classes
by Sep 18 to avoid disappointment.
Some classes are getting filled or are full.
See our
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We bring our students to dance outings/practices.
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- save $16/p before Sep 18
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- save $10/p before Oct 26
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- save $10/p before Oct 26
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Fall 2009 Sep-Nov Classes
 Sep 23
Class/Course Descriptions
Class Locations and Directions
Wedding Dance Choreography Lessons
Sep 29
Our Dance Students
Testimonials
Aug 30
Dance School Instructors and Performers
Toronto Traffic
Past Classes
Dance Classes Toronto Parties, Outings, Shows
Watch "So You Think You Can Dance" TV Show weekly May 21 to ?
Watch "So You Think You Can Dance Canada" TV Show weekly Aug 11 to ?
Jul 26
Outing for Latin-Ballroom students Fri Aug 14
Jul 6
Group and Private Class Information
Class/Course Descriptions
Our classes/lessons offer the best in beginner partner dancing with excellent
instructors. The dance classes are at four locations in the downtown Toronto
area and one location in the north end.
Toronto Dance Salsa runs dancing instruction
class/classes and Salsa lesson/lessons.
Click on the following links to jump directly to the various classes:
A private lesson is for an individual or a couple to get dance instruction
on a specific dance or dances. The have the flexibility of being booked
whenever you are available (group classes are weekly at the same day and time).
Semi-private means a small group but more than 2 people with the flexibility
of private lessons.
Latin-Ballroom
These classes are 1-hour per week for 9 weeks.
Please be aware that our classes are fast-paced and is designed for people
16-40 years old. We are aware there are always exceptions (eg, if you
already have some prior dance experience).
| Class Name |
Description |
Latin-Ballroom
level 1 |
In this class, you will learn six dances:
- Latin: (International-style) Cha Cha, Rumba, Jive
- Ballroom: (American-style) Foxtrot, Waltz, Tango
For each dance, you'll learn four to five figures, allowing
you to navigate around the room comfortably by the time you've
completed the class. At the end of nine weeks, you will attend a
graduation dance at a real ballroom! People attending corporate parties
and wedding receptions find this course quite helpful. This course is
also good for couples preparing for their wedding (first) dance. |
Latin-Ballroom
level 2 |
Having mastered the figures in Level 1, you will learn more figures
in this second level class. We introduce International-Style Waltz and
Tango as well as introduce Quickstep and Samba. We'll incorporate more
technique and styling as well. Once you've completed this class, you'll
be quite comfortable dancing in ballrooms. |
Latin-Ballroom
level 3 |
Now that you're comfortable with the figures you learned from Levels 1
and 2, you're ready for a challenge! We'll introduce more advanced
figures and before you know it, you'll be dancing like the pros. |
Latin Variations
(level 4) |
In this class, we will concentrate the Latin dances such as Cha Cha,
Jive and Rumba and show you interesting figures for each. We recommend
this class for students who have completed Levels 2 or 3. |
Ballroom Variations
(level 5) |
For students who have completed Levels 2 or 3, we offer this "strictly
ballroom" class. We'll be teaching various figures in International-style
Tango, Foxtrot and Viennese Waltz. |
Latin-Ballroom
level 6 |
This course is for students who have completed Levels 2 or 3 and
Ballroom Variations. We will continue with more International-style
Tango, Foxtrot, Waltz, Cha Cha and Rumba. There will be more emphasis
on technique. |
Latin-Ballroom
level 7 |
This course is for students who have completed Level 6.
There is more Cha Cha, Rumba, Waltz, Foxtrot, and Quickstep. |
Latin-Ballroom
level 8 |
This course is for students who have completed Level 7.
We will concentrate on Waltz, with the goal being able to
perform the Waltz as a routine. |
Latin-Ballroom
level 9 |
This course is for students who have completed Level 7.
We will concentrate on Cha Cha, with the goal being able to
perform the Cha Cha as a routine. |
Cardio Salsa Fitness
Cardio Salsa Fitness is a dance class focused on salsa footwork, and
energized by motivating music for a continuous hour! Gorete makes it
surpisingly easy to follow with her clear cuing and consistent breakdown
of choreography. The end result, lots of fun, a great workout and moves
that you can easily take to the dance floor. NO PARTNER REQUIRED!
These classes are 1-hour per week for 8 weeks.
| Class Name |
Description |
Cardio Salsa
Beginner |
This class combines salsa and fitness (no partners required!).
You require a no salsa or other dance experience. The focus
is on Salsa-on-1 "shines". |
Cardio Salsa
Intermediate |
This class combines salsa and fitness (no partners required!).
You require a little salsa or other dance experience. The focus
is on Salsa-on-1 "shines". |
Cardio Salsa
Advanced |
This class uses Salsa-on-2 "shines". You require Salsa-on-2 experience
or have attended the Intermediate class. |
Salsa-Nightclub
These classes are 1-hour per week for 9 weeks.
Please be aware that our classes are fast-paced and is designed for people
20-40 years old. We are aware there are always exceptions (eg, if you
already have some prior dance experience).
| Class Name |
Description |
Salsa-Nightclub
level 1 |
In this class, you will learn three dances:
- Merengue (nightclub-style) - for 1.25 hours
- Bachata - for 1.25 hours
- Salsa (Salsa-on-1 style) - for 6.5 hours
In this introductory course, we will teach you at least 10 figures in
Salsa and four to five figures in each of Merengue and Bachata. By the end
of the session, you'll be able to dance an entire Merengue, Bachata, and
Salsa song! |
Salsa
level 1 |
This course is the same as Salsa-Nightclub level 1 except it is only
7 weeks and there is no Merengue or Bachata. |
Salsa-Nightclub
level 2 |
Building on the figures you learned from level 1, we will turn our
attention to cross-body lead variations (with the woman traveling from
one side to the other, passing on the man's left side). A few additional
Bachata figures are also taught. |
Salsa-Nightclub
level 3 |
Now that you can dance the basic figures, we'll teach you traveling
right-turn variations. We'll also introduce you to double spins--now
you're having fun! A few additional Bachata figures are also taught. |
Salsa-Nightclub
level 4 |
You're set to learn some interesting combinations now that you've
mastered the first three levels. These include S-turns, lasso, spider
and more cross-body variations. |
Salsa-Nightclub
level 5 |
Ready for some sexy dancing? It's time to learn the Coca-Cola
variations and check variations. Put it all together and soon enough,
you'll be the star of the dance floor! |
Salsa-Nightclub
level 6 |
This advanced class will focus on a variety of turn patterns, dips,
tricks, shines and styling techniques to enhance your dancing. There
will be a focus on musicality and dancing the turn patterns On 2.
To attend this class you must have completed level 5 or successfully
pass an assessment. |
| Specialty Classes |
Description |
Salsa
Leading-Following |
This class is not offered Spring 2007.
The secret to smooth and sexy salsa dancing is learning to read your
partner's signals. In this class, the man will learn how to give signals
and the woman will learn how to follow them. You'll learn how, when, and
why you give signals. You will also experience reversing roles for the
basic steps so you understand leading and following better.
We recommend that you complete Level 2 before enrolling in this class. |
Salsa
Ladies Styling |
Hey Ladies! Here's a class just for you. Learn how to incorporate body
waves, ripples and shimmies into your salsa dancing. Add some personality
to your dancing while looking sexy and stylish. This class is suitable for
those who have completed Level 2 Salsa. |
Salsa Singles
level 1 |
Mix and mingle with young single professionals from the ages of 20-35.
You will learn the same things as in Salsa-Nightclub level 1 but the
emphasis is on fun and rotating every few minutes. |
Salsa
Casino Rueda level 1 |
This class is not offered Fall 2007.
Casino Rueda is a form of cuban salsa danced in a round circle with
2 or more couples exchanging partners where one person calls out the
turn pattern names. Students must have completed level 2 to participate
in this class. ttendance will be strict as any absences will affect
the entire circle. |
Salsa
Casino Rueda level 2 |
This class is not offered Fall 2007.
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Salsa Performance
for Volunteers |
A performance class exclusive to our current Toronto Dance Salsa
Volunteers. This 12-week class will focus on creating a choreographed
2.5-minute piece using all the turn patterns and shines learned in
level 1-5 to be performed at a future salsa outing. |
Swing, West Coast Swing, Lindy Hop
These classes are 1.25 hours per week for 8 weeks.
| Class Name |
Description |
Swing/Lindy Hop
Beginner 1 |
In this class, you will learn the basics of a form of Swing called
Lindy Hop. No experience needed. |
Swing/Lindy Hop
Level 2 |
This class will build on all the fun and fabulous basics and
includes another dance called Charleston. |
Swing/Lindy Hop
Level 3 |
This class is a continuation of Level 2. You will refine your
technique and connection skills. Of course there will be more
complicated dance patterns. |
Swing/Lindy Hop
Level 4 |
This class focuses on dancing at faster tempos, blues and shines. |
Lindy Hop
Level 5 |
You will learn at a fast pace along with syncopated patterns. |
Unfortunately we do not offer West Coast Swing at this time. You might
want to consider the Swing/Lindy Hop or Latin-Ballroom (which has Jive) classes
as alternatives.
Tap Dance
These classes are 1-hour per week for 8 weeks.
| Class Name |
Description |
Tap Dance
Beginner 1 |
This is a basics. |
Tap Dance
Level 2 |
This is a continuation of Beginner 1. |
Tap Dance
Level 3 |
This is a continuation of Level 2. |
Tap Dance
Advanced |
This is a continuation of Level 3. |
Class/Lesson Locations and Directions
The Dance Classes Toronto school currently has several locations.
Certain locations are used for certain classes. Please check the
current class
schedule to determine which locations are used.
Click on the respective locations to get directions
and see pictures of the building and dance hall.
- Toronto Dance office:
38 Elm St, Toronto, ON. M5G 2K5
- private/semi-private lessons
- Toronto Dance AC:
The Adelaide Club (Bay & Adelaide)
1 First Canadian Place, Toronto, ON. M5X 1A9
- group dance classes (Latin-Ballroom, Salsa-Nightclub) and private lessons
- Toronto Dance TA:
Toronto Athletic Club (Bay & Wellington)
TD Waterhouse Tower, 79 Wellington St West, Toronto, ON. M5K 1J5
- group dance classes (Latin-Ballroom, Salsa-Nightclub)
- Toronto Dance DBC:
Danforth Baptist Church (Danforth & Chester)
60 Bowden St., Toronto, ON. M4K 2X6
- group dance classes (Latin-Ballroom only), private lessons, practices
- Toronto Dance EMU:
Eastminster United Church (Danforth & Chester) - not used during summer
310 Danforth Ave., Toronto, ON. M4K 1N6
- group dance classes (Latin-Ballroom) and private lessons
- Toronto Dance GDF:
GoodLife Fitness (Dufferin & Finch)
1000 Finch Ave West, Toronto, ON. M3J 2V5
- group dance classes (Latin-Ballroom)
- Toronto Dance BSL:
Body and Soul Leslie (Leslie & Yorkmills)
1875 Leslie St., Unit #15, Toronto, ON. M3B 2M5
- group dance classes (Latin-Ballroom) and private lessons
- Toronto Dance BSE:
Body and Soul Eglinton (Eglinton & Avenue)
378 Eglinton Ave West, Toronto, ON. M5N 1A2
- group dance classes (Latin-Ballroom) and private lessons
- Toronto Dance EF:
Eclipse Fitness Club (Yonge & Eglinton)
2300 Yonge St, Yonge Eglinton Centre, Toronto, ON. M4P 1E4
- group classes (Cardio Salsa Fitness)
- Toronto Dance MFDS:
263 Adelaide Street West, Toronto, ON. M5H 1Y2
Mad for Dance Studio (University & King)
- group dance lessons (Lindy Hop and Tap only)
Wedding Dance Choreography Lessons
Do you have a wedding coming up? Toronto Dance offers
wedding dance choreography for your special dance. Also remember about
lessons for dances with your parents, wedding party, bridal shower/party,
and stagette.
Most (95%) of our students complete an entire choreography within 3
1-hour private dance lessons! We charge $100/hour for one couple or
$80/hour for couples who have taken our group classes.
We are teaching private lessons at the
and
(please click on those links).
Some lessons may be taught near Yonge & Eglinton.
If your wedding is more than 3-4 months away, we recommend that you
attend our group classes so that you are more prepared by the time
you wish to work on your choreography. Click
here to see our current/future Latin-Ballroom classes.
If you know of a couple getting married and would like to give them a
a wedding gift, consider a
gift certificate
for them to learn how to dance to their special song.
You may also hire an instructor to perform or conduct a class at the reception.
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Sep 29:
Due to our busy schedules, we can longer accept wedding couples with
weddings prior to Nov 20, 2009.
Cancellation Policy: Once you've booked a private lesson, you must cancel
by 2:00pm two business days before your lesson to avoid a cancellation
charge. For example, if you lesson is booked on Sat, you must cancel by
Thurs 2pm. If you cancel after the time limit or don't show up, you must
pay a $25 cancellation charge. Even if you booked a lesson for the
next day, it is too late to cancel so you are obligated to show up or
pay $25. Because of this policy, you must pay
an additional $25 that will be used as credit toward your next/final lesson.
If you decide not to continue with additional lessons, that $25 will be
returned to you.
Some people incorrectly spell wedding
as weeding.
Our Dance Students
The majority of our students range in age from 17 to 40 years old. You can
see photos of them in our photos
page. About 30%
of them are singles in Latin-Ballroom and about 50% of them are singles
in Salsa-Nightclub.
For our group classes, we have students who travel from throughout GTA,
Brantford, Waterloo, Cambridge,
Guelph, St. Catharines, Hamilton, Burlington, Oakville, Brampton, Mississauga,
Aurora, Maple, Barrie, Richmond Hill, Markham, Ajax, Oshawa, Peterborough and
Colbourg.
For our private lessons or wedding dance preparation lessons,
we have students from as far as Niagara Falls, Sudbury, Quebec City,
New York City, Cincinnati, Dallas Texas, Orange Country California
and London England!
Check what students have to say about Dance Classes Toronto in
Testimonials.
Dance School Instructors and Performers
Our instructors excel in teaching group classes and private dance
lessons, especially for total beginners. Click on
dance instructors to read about our
many instructors.
We also have several performers who can perform at your wedding,
birthday party, bachlorette party, corporate event, etc. Click on
dance performers to read about
our performers.
Toronto Traffic
Since many of our students travel from outside
Toronto every week, click
here
to check for expressway and major route closures before driving to your
salsa-nightclub, latin-ballroom, lindy hop, and tap dance class/lesson. Click
here to check Toronto traffic cameras. Also listen to AM 680 on the radio.
Click
here to check a live Toronto traffic report.
Sun Sep 27: Lakeshore Blvd is closed between Woodbine Ave and
Parkside Dr for the Waterfront Marathon. Many downtown streets are
also closed. Click
here for the route map.
Avoid driving and use the TTC!
Sun Sep 27 11:00am to 6:00pm: Queen's Park (University and College)
will be closed due to the "Word on the Street". Click
here for more info.
Sun Oct 4 8:00am to noon: University Ave from Queen St to Bloor St
will be closed due to the "CIBC Run For The Cure" event.
Sun Oct 18 8:00am to ?: Major city roads closed for the Toronto Marathon.
Click here for a route map.
Sun Nov 15 12:30pm to ?: There is a Santa Claus Parade running through
downtown Toronto throughout the afternoon. Click
here
for the parade route. Avoid driving and use the TTC!
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