2026 Faculty

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

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

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

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

Sam Darius is a Canadian Actor, dancer, and choreographer, whose versatility

and creative energy has carved out a distinctive space in the global

entertainment industry. Recently starring in the West End production of Cabaret,

as well as Wicked for Good Part 2. Sam has taken the UK by storm with his

magnetic stage presence and expressive artistry.

 

With a career spanning television, film, live performance, musical theatre, and

immersive experiences. Sam brings a multifaceted and genre-bending... See More

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Jonathan Paula is a versatile dancer, choreographer and educator from Toronto, Ontario. He begun his training at Canadian Dance Unit and is currently pursuing his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Commercial Dance at PACE University in New York City.

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As a performer Jonathan has danced for ISHIDA Dance Company and Arch Danse Ensemble, and has appeared in numerous music videos and live productions across both the US and Canada. During his time in New York, he has had the opportunity to work with renowned choreographers including Justin Peck, Mandy Moore, Peter Chu, Al Blackstone, Jillian Myers, Martha Nichols... See More

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... See More

Claude Labuschagne is a distinguished dance edu

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Claude Labuschagne is a distinguished dance educator and choreograph

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