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2025 Faculty

Learn from and work closely with some of the most respected choreographers and educators in the industry. Our faculty brings a wealth of professional experience, creative insight, and a passion for teaching that inspires excellence in every dancer. Experience mentorship and expert training that reflects the highest standards of the dance world.

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Josh Lamb, a dynamic dance artist and choreographer originally from Toronto, Ontario, now thrives in the vibrant dance scene of Los Angeles. Driven by a profound passion for movement and creativity, Josh has emerged as a visionary in the industry. His journey has been shaped by training under esteemed mentors, including Canada’s National Ballet School, Chaz Buzan, Jacob Jonas the Company, Boy boi (Jose Tena), Mandy Moore, and more.

Josh's artistry has graced prestigious stages and projects, from the highly anticipated Wicked feature film to captivating performances at the 96th annual Oscars alongside Ryan Gosling for the hit movie Barbie. Noteworthy collaborations include 2 global campaigns with international leading fashion house Louis Vuitton and iconic figures like Kanye West, Jennifer Lopez, Tate McRae, Ghost... See More

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Brooke Gilmour is a freelance choreographer and teacher based out of Ontario, Canada. She began her dancing career at the early age of 3 and has been dedicating much of her time and commitment to the art form ever since. Brooke is trained in Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Acro, Modern, Contemporary, Hip Hop, and Musical Theatre. She also has extensive training and exam work in Cecchetti Ballet.

After graduating high school, Brooke attended the Conteur Dance Academy, under artistic direction of Eryn Waltman, where she studied under many professional teachers and sought out choreographers. She has performed in a few full-length shows such as “Frames” (Conteur Academy), “A life Within” (Breath In Movement) as well as smaller show castings in the Toronto area. In this time, she was also featured in a Craig Cardiff music video... See More

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Tiffany McLachlan

Tiffany McLachlan is the former owner and director of a very successful and innovative studio called Tiffany’s Dance Elite in Hamilton, Ontario. She trained extensively in all areas of dance across the U.S and Canada. She resided in Los Angeles while on a one- year dance scholarship at Tremaine Dance Centre.

Many of Tiffany’s students have exploded onto the dance scene. These trained professionals have been fortunate to work with some of the hottest artists in the industry including Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, Justin Timberlake and Brittany Spears.... See More

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Michael Prince is a driven and versatile artist raised in Richmond Hill, Ontario. He has won numerous awards including "Young Choreographer of the Year" as well as "Senior Male Best Dancer" at The Dance Awards. Michael has been featured as a Dancer/Actor/Singer in various movies and television shows, Disney Channel’s “Zombies 2”, “Zombies 3”, “Bring It On Cheer or Die”, “Sneakerella” and a Netflix original film “Feel The Beat”.

Most recently he travelled across Switzerland for “Art On Ice”. Michael has been a demonstrator for Jump Dance Convention, The Dance Awards and other Break The Floor events. He continues to teach/choreograph at... See More

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JP Manabat is a professional dancer born and raised in Scarborough, Ontario, Canada. He first stumbled across the breaking culture at an early age of 14, and became so enthralled by the scene he started participating in underground dance battles. By the age of 16, he had earned himself the opportunity to represent Canada in Glasgow and won 1st place in the battle called, UDO Championship Toronto.

His battle experiences have led him to become a b-boy choreographer for a crew named YYZ. Earning many first-place standings in competitions such as World Of Dance Toronto 2014 and STOMP Urban Dance Competition 2015, his love for dance continued to grow... See More

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Idan Daich & Anastasia Sinyauskaya

Idan Daich and Anastasia Sinyauskaya are a dynamic Latin ballroom duo known for their precision, passion, and power on the dance floor. Together, they have been dancing for five years and have already earned an impressive list of titles. They are 4X Canadian Latin Champions, North American Professional Latin Champions, and Canadian Open Professional Latin Champions.

As amateurs, they made waves by placing in the top 6 at major U.S. competitions such as the Manhattan Dance Championships and the Ohio Star Ball. Their chemistry, technique, and artistry have made them standout performers and respected competitors... See More

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Shanice Nembhard

Hailing from Pickering, Ontario, Shanice Nembhard is an acclaimed dancer, educator, and award-winning choreographer whose career has made an extraordinary impact across North America and beyond. A former competitive dancer, Shanice’s artistry was recognized early on with prestigious accolades, including the American Dance Awards Choreography Award.

Graduating valedictorian of Toronto Metropolitan University’s esteemed Performance Dance Program, she holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts and has trained under some of Canada’s most celebrated choreographers, including Gadfly and Louis Laberge-Côté, Vicki St.Denis, Tanya Evidente, and Nadia Potts. During this time... See More

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Claude Labuschagne

Claude Labuschagne is a distinguished dance educator and choreographer renowned for his exceptional talent and dedication to the art of dance. Within his career Claude has left an indelible mark on the dance world through his multifaceted roles as a teacher, performer, and choreographer. Currently, Claude serves as a prominent figure in the dance community, imparting his expertise at numerous studios and workshops across the province.

A testament to his remarkable skill and dedication, Claude has achieved unparalleled success on the international stage, representing Canada with pride and bringing home an impressive collection of four gold medals. His exceptional performances have solidified his reputation as an artist and performer... See More

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Shauneese Morrison

Shauneese is a successful Studio Owner, Director, Teacher, and Choreographer. Many of her students have been submitted into prestigious dance programs (Julliard, Joffrey Ballet School, The Ailey School, Boston Conservatory, Miami City Ballet, and Pace University), and have gone on to pursue successful careers in dance.

Her company Morrison Choreography creates choreographic works for stage, film, and television productions. Shauneese is most at home when she is able to choreograph work that highlights elements of the human experience... See More

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Born and raised in Toronto, Ontario, Maria Andrade has been immersed in the world of dance for over 35 years. Her journey began at the age of eight, when she started formal training and quickly advanced to the competitive circuit, performing at both regional and national levels.

Maria has received extensive training across a wide spectrum of styles, including Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Acro, Lyrical, and Musical Theatre, giving her a deep and well-rounded understanding of dance. During her training as a competitive dancer, she also completed her full dance examinations through the Canadian Dance Teachers Association (CDTA) in Tap, Jazz, and Ballet... See More

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