Let’s Dance!
Let’s Dance! is a free, all ages outdoor dance workshop exploring the basic fundamentals of dance in an array of exciting international dance styles.
Get ready to move your body! Participants can expect a fun, interactive and high energy environment to learn new dance moves and connect with local community members.
This six week program will take place once a week in the evening at The Orchard Pavillion in Downsview Park from September through October 2025. In the event of rain or inclement weather the program will move indoors inside The Hub at Downsview Park.
When: Thursday, September 4th, 2025 to Thursday, October 9th, 2025,
Time: 6-7pm
Location: In-person – Orchard Pavilion, Downsview Park (70 Canuck Ave, North York, ON M3M 2H3)
Dance Schedule
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Sept 4 & Sept 25 – Definitely Dance (Hip Hop)
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Sept 11 & Oct 2 – Shifah Halima (Ugandan Kigandan Dance)
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Sept 18 & Oct 9 – Dance Life Studios (Salsa Line Dancing)
Let’s Dance! is A City of Toronto Cultural Hotspot SPARK Project.
Let’s Dance! is made in partnership with North York Arts and Downsview Park Hub.
Date: Thurs, September 4th to Thurs, October 9th
Time: 6:00 PM -7:00 PM
Where: In-person – Orchard Pavilion, Downsview Park (70 Canuck Ave, North York, ON M3M 2H3)
Price: Free
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Program Leads
Meet Definitely Dance
Donna began dancing at the age of 3 and never looked back. Over the years, she has studied dance in New York City at Broadway Dance Center and completed her BFA with an Honours in Dance at York University. Donna has always had a passion for teaching and founded Definitely Dance in 2010 to share her love of movement with others. She hopes to inspire future dancers and empower them through movement and creativity.
Meet Shifah
Shifah is an emerging performing artist rooted in Afro dance, blending rhythm, tradition, and storytelling to celebrate culture and community. Her work moves beyond choreography—she sees dance as a source of joy, grounding, and self-discovery. Drawing inspiration from the connective power of African traditional dance, she creates spaces where participants can move freely, confidently, and creatively. Through her workshops, she invites others to experience the transformative energy of rhythm and movement, unlocking expression that extends beyond dance into all forms of art.
Meet Dance Life Studios
Their aim is to create a fun yet professional atmosphere, consistently striving to provide the highest quality teaching and coaching in the GTA.
They believe that dance is a celebration of movement and music—an experience meant to be enjoyed and shared by all.
Instagram: @dancelifetoronto
Website: https://www.dancelifestudios.com/
About Us
North York Arts (NYA) collaborates with artists, arts organizations, and partners to develop, strengthen, and promote cultural programming and initiatives for North York communities
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5040 Yonge St.
Toronto, ON, M2N 6R8
Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm