Quick Overview
Dance Kids Canada brings the joy of movement to young hearts through our 'Dance Day' program.
In just 40 minutes, our professional instructor immerses up to 30 students in a dynamic session.
Beginning with an introduction to Dance Kids and the teacher, we explore the physical and emotional benefits of dance, and its cultural significance globally.
Students then learn 8 unique hip-hop dance skills to school-safe music (Kidz Bop Albums), followed by a 2-minute choreography.
Divided into groups, they perform for each other, fostering teamwork and confidence.
Concluding with gratitude, we give a “high-five” farewell, leaving lasting memories and a love for dance.
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The Workshop Itinerary
OUR GOAL is to give every child a chance to dance.
OUR MISSION is to make dance education affordable for all families, as well as accessible to every child. It's about more than just dancing; it's about building character, and enhancing lives!
OUR PHILOSOPHIES include taking special care with our newest dancers, insuring they get a happy and healthy introduction to the art. Our classes are structured for their success. We believe that a child's first years in dance are the most important in forming a healthy self image and strong appreciation for learning the arts.
Some other character building attributes your child will develop through dance include cooperation, attentiveness, an open mind, encouragement, respect, self discipline, commitment, confidence, friendship, and leadership.
Remember, dancing is fun. It is endorsed by the Canadian Government as an appropriate physical fitness activity for children. It improves posture, balance and flexibility. Dance builds character, confidence and teamwork. Dance is appreciated throughout the world and embraced by many cultures.
Welcome to Dance Kids
Introduction to Dance
Our Plan for Today
Warming Up Our Bodies
Red Light, Green Light
Warming up our bodies
Start and Stop
Listening for musical queues
Exploring space
Warm Up & Freeze
Warming up our bodies
Start and Stop
Listening for musical queues
Exploring space
5 Centre Skills
3 Across the Floor Skills
Learning Choreography
Performing for My Friends
1st Group
2nd Group
3rd Group
4th Group
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Letter to Teachers
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Curriculum Connections
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Certificate for Students
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What Our Parents Are Saying
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Business Registration & Documents
Business Registration & Documents
Dance Kids is an honest and transparent company. Should you require additional documentation before working with us, please contact us using the form below.
Yes! Dance Kids has a NOT-FOR-PROFIT Certificate of Incorporation.
Proof of not-for-profit incorporation is available upon request.
Yes, Dance Kids has a valid business registration number.
Proof of business registration is available upon request.
Yes, Dance Kids is bonded and insured with a $5,000,000 policy and can add your organization as additional insured.
Proof of insurance is available upon request.
Yes! All staff are required to provide a vulnerable sector check.
Proof of vulnerable sector check is available upon request.
Yes! All staff are required to be CPR-C and First Aid trained and certified.
Proof of CPR-C and First Aid certificate is available upon request.
Yes! All staff are required to be fully vaccinated along with TB testing.
Proof of TB and vaccination is available upon request.
Yes! All staff are required to have valid identification with them at all times.
Proof of identification is available upon request.
Who is Miss Amanda?
Miss Amanda emerged from humble beginnings with a rich biracial heritage woven from her mother's Dutch roots and her father's Caribbean ancestry. Raised in the underprivileged enclave of Toronto known as Jane and Finch, Amanda's early years were marked by resilience and tenacity.
Amanda started at Driftwood Public School, but took a unique turn to Tumpane P.S. as she became a participant in the Ontario French Immersion program, signalling an early embrace of educational opportunities beyond her immediate surroundings.
From her earliest days, Amanda's passion for dance burned brightly. Her parents paint a vivid picture of a toddler in love with music and movement. As she grew, Amanda found inspiration in the vibrant music videos of the '80s, mimicking the moves of icons like Michael Jackson, Paula Abdul, and Madonna.
Yet, it was a neighbour's well-intentioned concern about her weight that set Amanda's dance journey on a more structured path. Recognizing her daughter's affinity for dance and a need for more exercise, Amanda's mother sought out a suitable dance program, despite the few options in their community.
They decided to travel to Woodbrige for jazz, tap, and ballet classes—a journey fraught with financial strain, long commutes, and the discomfort of not feeling fully welcomed or represented.
The acquisition of a car in 1990 marked a turning point for Amanda and her mother, facilitating their search for a dance home that resonated with their values of inclusivity and cultural diversity. In Thornhill, they found a sanctuary—a dance school that not only nurtured Amanda's talent but also became the cornerstone of her future endeavours.
Balancing rigorous dance training, up to 20 hours per week, with the demands of a challenging French Immersion program, Amanda's dedication knew no bounds. Her investment in dance education bore fruit as she transitioned from student to teacher, ultimately embarking on a journey as a Dance Studio Owner while balancing her 2nd year at TMU (formerly Ryerson) for Theatre Technical Production with a focus on Costume Design and Stage Management. Amanda expanded her dance school to a second location while studying in her 4th year of university.
By 2010, Amanda's impact on the dance community was undeniable, boasting a teaching team of over 30, with hundreds of enrolled students and thousands of parents and audience members touched by her passion and dedication.
In 2018, Amanda's commitment to accessibility and inclusivity led her to transform her dance schools into a single not-for-profit entity, shifting her focus to underserved communities like Jane and Finch. Giving up lavish facilities with floor-to-ceiling mirrors, ballet barres and sprung floors, for elementary school gyms and the bare essentials.
Amanda emphasized that it's not the surroundings but the mission, vision and values of passionate teachers, that truly shape a child's dance journey.
Amanda is on a mission to give every child the chance to dance.
She invites you to join her on her mission as well as help her foster a culture of lifelong learning and appreciation for the arts—a journey where every step is made with purpose and passion.
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