5 Best Dance Schools in Toronto🥇

Below is a list of the top and leading dance schools in Edmonton. To help you find the dance schools located near you in Edmonton, we put together our list based on this rating points list.

Edmonton’s Best Dance Schools:

The top-rated dance schools in Edmonton:

• Annex Dance Academy – provides fun and educational classes for all ages and levels.
• Koffman Academy of Music and Dance – has 2 beautiful dance studios, 4 music rooms, and a cozy waiting area and kitchen.
• Leslieville School of Dance & Music – offers thorough and thoughtful education in a creative and nurturing environment.
• Salchata Dance Academy – has hosted numerous world-renowned international dancers.
• Arthur Murray Dance Studio of Toronto – uses the world-famous Arthur Murray Method.

Annex Dance Academy

Annex Dance Academy provides a fun and educational classes for all ages and levels. From children aged 2 to 18, beginner or advanced, each child will be given the attention and proper instruction to make their experience at ANNEX the best possible one. Annex also provides a nurturing environment that offers a fun yet challenging lessons for each class. Every child is different and at ADA, they work with each dancer to achieve their personal goals, whatever they may be.

They also offer a large variety of dance styles so that each child will get to experience whatever genre is best suited for their desire. They have a recreational and competitive stream at the studio. They also offer the opportunity to complete dance exams with highly acclaimed organizations recognized worldwide for their high standards and curriculum.

Products/ Services:  

Acro, Ballet, Contemporary Classes, Hip Hop, Jazz, Lyrical, Tap, etc.

LOCATION:

Address: 942 Bathurst St, Toronto, ON M5R 3G5

Phone: 416 533 2623

Website: annexdanceacademy.com/

REVIEWS:

“11 best years together with ADA! All my 3 kids had an amazing experience with this studio. They count this place as their second family. All teachers are so wonderful and professional. It’s a very clean and safe place for all ages of children.” – Lyudmila Papadimitriou

Koffman Academy of Music and Dance

Koffman Academy of Music and Dance is second on the list and was founded in January of 2017. The studio was formerly a dance school for the last 60 years owned by Doreen Hayes of Doreen Hayes School of Dancing. Their newly renovated premises are now home to 2 beautiful dance studios, 4 music rooms, and a cozy waiting area and kitchen.

Koffman Academy provides a unique experience for students, where they are immersed in and inspired by music and dance all under the same roof. At Koffman Academy, they offer elite, structured training in music and dance. Classes are catered towards each individual student, encouraging them to reach their highest potential and become motivated to achieve success; benefitting them in all aspects of their lives.

Products/ Services:  

Ballet, Jazz, Acro, Tap, etc.

LOCATION:

Address: 2453A Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M6S 1P7

Phone: 416 769 5263

Website: koffmanacademy.com/

REVIEWS:

“Smaller classes with personalized attention. My kids are always excited to go to their music and dance lessons. Ellie and Jake are a dream team” – Nancy H

Leslieville School of Dance & Music

Third on the list is Leslieville School of Dance & Music. The school offers thorough and thoughtful education in a creative and nurturing environment. Director Kristen Dennis is a graduate of Canada’s National Ballet School and a former professional dancer of the National Ballet, Alberta Ballet, and Ballet British Columbia. She is certified through the Imperial Society of Teachers in dance and has nearly two decades of dance teaching experience.

Leslieville carefully selects instructors for their professional training and industry experience and their temperament, patience, and ability to inspire both children and adults alike. Every staff member at the studio is truly a great role model for their students.

Products/ Services:  

Acro, Ballet, Hip Hop, Jazz, Lyrical, Musical Theatre, Tap, etc.

LOCATION:

Address: 1461 Gerrard St E, Toronto, ON M4L 1Z9

Phone: 416 807 1997

Website: danceandmusic.ca/

REVIEWS:

“My daughter loves all the dance classes she has taken there. Great place to send your kids. ballet, hip hop. She has met wonderful friends as well” – Shelley Stacey Musaev

Salchata Dance Academy

Salchata Dance Academy was the owner’s 2nd dance endeavor. His first was the Korea International Salsa Site, a Salsa & Bachata community in Seoul, South Korea. Sam taught hundreds of students locally and organized frequent international Salsa & Bachata workshops and events in Seoul. He has hosted numerous world-renowned international dancers to share and further their collective love of Salsa & Bachata. Sam has collaborated with dozens of public and private organizations in the propagation of Salsa & Bachata during his dance journey in Canada, Japan, South Korea, China, and Cuba.

Products/ Services:  

Salsa & Bachata

LOCATION:

Address: 228 Merton St 2nd Floor, Toronto, ON M4S 3G9

Phone: N/A

Website: salchatadance.com/

REVIEWS:

“This is the friendliest studio! You will feel like part of the dance family right away. The instructors ( Sam & Oriana ) are wonderful teachers!” – Yasaman Mehrsa

Arthur Murray Dance Studio of Toronto

Arthur Murray Dance Studio of Toronto offers dance classes to students of all skill levels. They use the world-famous Arthur Murray Method, which has been developed over 100 years. They have been serving Toronto since 1952 and have taught social and competitive dance to over 100,000 students. They are an Ontario Accredited teaching institution, with strict quality control. Students can get a tax credit for the fees paid for their lessons. All of their teachers are certified to teach the dances as well.

Products/ Services:  

Waltz, Chacha, Foxtrot, Rumba, Salsa, Quickstep, Swing, Tango, Merengue, Bolero, etc.

LOCATION:

Address: 1300 Bay St Suite 300, Toronto, ON M5R 3K8

Phone: 416 479 0656

Website: arthurmurraytoronto.com/

REVIEWS:

“Incredible teachers and dance studio! Arthur Murray’s dance culture makes you feel like dance is for anyone and everyone. In just a few beginner classes I left the studio transformed, feeling more confident and open to dance as a lifelong journey.” – Sehr Tejpar