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Dance is a great activity for kids of all ages, from toddlers to teenagers. It’s a fun and unique form of self-expression. It can also be a good way to blow off some steam. Read more

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    TAC - Sports, Aquatics and Education   
    Meet them at the Camp Expo on Feb. 10TAC Sports, TAC Aquatics and Lifetime Skills Academy (LSA) specialize in sports, swim and S.T.E.M programming. Ages 4-16, Co-ed. Year round Camps, Lessons, Academy and House Leagues across the GTA! Grow, Learn, Lead!

    Throughout Ontario (8)
    Sport (multi)
    • Ages 3.5 to 16 (Coed)
    • Day Camp
    • from $250
    daycampcoed 250 3.5-16 5Bridle Path, TorontoLytton Park, TorontoRichview, TorontoAuroraThornhillWhitbyWoodbridgeOntarioEtobicoke, North-York, Uptown
    Positive Dance Experience   
    Positive Dance Experience: Where dreams soar through movement! Join us for inclusive dance classes, supportive community, and transformative growth. Let's dance!

    Armour Heights, Toronto
    Arts: Dance (multi)
    • Ages 1.5 to 17 (Coed)
    • Day Camp, Program, Virtual Program
    • from $625
    daycampprogramclassvirtualprogramcoed 625 1.5-17 6Armour Heights, TorontoOntarioNorth-York
    Studio PAVAS   
    PAVAS day camps are fun filled days of Art, Music, Drama and Dance. Explore and expand your creativity and performing skills while making friends for life. Grow, Inspire, Belong.

    Mississauga
    Arts (multi)
    • Ages 3 to 14 (Coed, Girls, Boys)
    • Day Camp, Program
    • from $340
    daycampprogramclasscoedallgirlsallboys 340 3-14 7MississaugaOnlineOntario
    CBY Music & Performing Arts   
    CBY Music & Performing Arts is Waterdown's number 1 performing arts academy, with programs running 7 days a week across multiple disciplines that seek to enrich, inspire and encourage young people from ages 4-17.

    Hamilton
    Arts: Performing Arts (multi)
    • Ages 4 to 14 (Coed)
    • Day Camp, Program
    • from $200
    daycampprogramclasscoed 200 4-14 9HamiltonOntario
    YMCA of Eastern Ontario   
    We offer a full range of youth rec programs such as basketball, cycling, karate, swimming & school-break & summer day camps. These are offered in safe environments to help children develop self-esteem & confidence.

    Brockville; Kingston; Prescott and Russell
    Traditional (multi activity)
    • Ages 1 to 18 (Coed)
    • Day Camp, Program
    • from $1
    daycampprogramclasscoed 1 1-18 12BrockvilleKingstonPrescott and RussellOntario
    Generations Performing Arts   
    High quality, inclusive arts training that is accessible to everybody and every-body! We are committed to fostering a true love of the performing arts for all ages and identities with a strong growth mindset focus.

    Earlscourt, Toronto
    Arts (multi)
    • Ages 4 to 11 (Coed)
    • Day Camp, Program
    • from $280
    daycampprogramclasscoed 280 4-11 13Earlscourt, TorontoOntarioWest-End
    Conservatory of Dance and Music   
    For over 30 years we have been inspiring our students to nurture their passion for the performing arts. Our certified staff and warm, friendly atmosphere make us unique. We offer camps, and dance and music programs.

    Willowdale, Toronto
    Arts: Dance (multi)
    • Ages 4 to 12 (Coed)
    • Day Camp, Program
    • from $20
    daycampprogramclasscoed 20 4-12 14Willowdale, TorontoOntarioNorth-York
    Trio Danceworks   
    We offer recreational and intensive Summer Dance Camps at our Kanata dance studio. These camps are the best way to join our studio.

    Kanata; Ottawa
    Arts: Dance (multi)
    • Ages 3 to 99 (Coed)
    • Day Camp, Program
    • from $178
    daycampprogramclasscoed 178 3-99 16KanataOttawaOntario
    Ross Creek Centre for the Arts   
    SummerArts combines the best of camp with the best of the arts! We offer great food, a full rec schedule, campfire, and a core of incredible arts programming, all set on a beautiful campus overlooking the Bay of Fundy.

    Canning
    Arts (multi)
    • Ages 5 to 18 (Coed)
    • Day Camp, Overnight Camp, Program
    • from $345
    daycampovernightcampprogramclasscoed 345 5-18 18CanningNova Scotia
    PSB & Interplay Dance   
    Dance, gym, music, and yoga with certified instructors for ages 2+ from September through June. Camps in July & August, Winter and March Breaks offer fun-filled days of dance, yoga, crafts, games and park visits.

    Centennial-Port Union, Toronto; Leaside, Toronto
    Arts: Dance (multi)
    • Ages 2 to 18 (Coed)
    • Day Camp, Program, Virtual Program
    • from $12
    daycampprogramclassvirtualprogramcoed 12 2-18 24Centennial-Port Union, TorontoLeaside, TorontoOnlineOntarioEast-York, Scarborough
    Randolph Kids Performing Arts   
    Theatre in the park, YouTube creators, Superheroes, dancing, and singing in the heart of Toronto. Beginner to experienced performers welcome. Come learn, grow, explore, have fun and make new friends!

    South Annex, Toronto
    Arts: Theatre Arts
    • Ages 5 to 13 (Coed)
    • Day Camp
    • from $250
    daycampcoed 250 5-13 25South Annex, TorontoOntarioDowntown
    The Martha Hicks School of Ballet   
    We are committed to providing a welcoming environment for all ages with classes in Creative Movement, ballet, tap, jazz, musical theatre, and contemporary.

    Ledbury Park, Toronto
    Arts: Dance (multi)
    • Ages 3 to 17 (Coed)
    • Day Camp, Program, PA Day
    • from $125
    daycampprogramclasspadaycoed 125 3-17 26Ledbury Park, TorontoOnlineOntarioNorth-York
    Kaleidoscope Irish Dance & Movement Studio   
    We are a unique small-studio approach to traditional Irish dance and culture for all ages, identities, and abilities. We believe everyone can express themselves through movement in a way that is fun and fulfilling.

    Kitchener
    Arts: Dance (multi)
    • Ages 0.5 to 18 (Coed)
    • Day Camp, Program, PA Day, Virtual Program
    • from $160
    daycampprogramclasspadayvirtualprogramcoed 160 0.5-18 27KitchenerOntario
    Programs offering dance as an activity
    STEM THE GAP Academy   
    At STEM the Gap Academy, we’re committed to ending the gender divide & ensuring that girls take their rightful places in STEM. We offer online classes in chess, coding, website design & development, math & more.

    Education: STEM
    • Ages 5 to 100 ( Girls)
    • Virtual Program
    • from $65
    virtualprogramallgirls655-1001Online
    Canadian Contemporary School of Art   
    A contemporary art school that teaches skills and methods to inspire artistic expression for all ages. We offer painting, fashion design, filmmaking, animation, sculpting, architecture and more!

    Leaside, Toronto
    Arts: Visual Arts (multi)
    • Ages 1 to 17 (Coed)
    • Program
    • from $40
    programclasscoed401-172Leaside, TorontoOntarioEast-York
    Glen Bernard Camp   
    A traditional overnight summer camp for girls offering wilderness adventure, sailing, swimming and lifesaving, arts and many other activities!

    Huntsville
    Traditional (multi activity)
    • Ages 4 to 16 ( Girls)
    • Overnight Camp
    • from $420
    overnightcampallgirls4204-163HuntsvilleOntario
    Camp Can-Aqua   
    A traditional camp with diverse programming & exceptional instruction, we believe in teaching kids compromise, patience & empathy. Through thoughtful & individualized programming, our campers thrive here.

    Haliburton Highlands; Oakville; Ottawa
    Traditional (multi activity)
    • Ages 5 to 17 (Coed)
    • Overnight Camp
    • from $2,950
    overnightcampcoed29505-174Haliburton HighlandsOakvilleOttawaOnlineOntario
    InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Pacific   
    One of nine Inter-Varsity Camps, Pioneer Pacific offers Christian summer camp and leadership programs for kids from 7-18, and includes a wide range of activities such as sailing, archery, kayaking and more.

    Thetis Island; Vancouver
    Traditional (multi activity)
    • Ages 7 to 18 (Coed, Girls)
    • Overnight Camp
    • from $285
    overnightcampcoedallgirls2857-188Thetis IslandVancouverBritish Columbia
    Great Big Theatre Company   
    Camps in your neighbourhood ! One-week sessions, performances every week. Our experienced, caring staff will introduce your kids to stage performance & guide them toward self-expression. A great confidence-builder !

    Throughout Ontario (12)
    Arts: Theatre Arts
    • Ages 6 to 14 (Coed)
    • Day Camp
    • from $225
    daycampcoed2256-1410The Elms, TorontoYork Mills, TorontoBurlingtonGuelphHamiltonLondonMississaugaOakvilleRichmond HillWaterlooWhitbyOntarioEtobicoke, North-York
    Oxford Learning High Park   
    Oxford means a personalized learning experience for your child. Veriety of programs for the students of all ages. Learning takes a fun turn. Our students are excited to learn!

    Bloor West Village, Toronto; High Park, Toronto
    Education (multi)
    • Ages 4 to 12 (Coed)
    • Day Camp
    • from $100
    daycampcoed1004-1211Bloor West Village, TorontoHigh Park, TorontoOnlineOntarioWest-End
    Prestige School Summer Programme   
    A day camp with weekly themes that incorporate adventurous outings, artistic creations, scientific experiments, and much more.

    Newtonbrook, Toronto; Willowdale, Toronto; Richmond Hill
    Traditional (multi activity)
    • Ages 3 to 12 (Coed)
    • Day Camp
    • from $400
    daycampcoed4003-1215Newtonbrook, TorontoWillowdale, TorontoRichmond HillOntarioNorth-York
    YMCA Wanakita   
    A co-ed camp offering Overnight Kids Camp, Day Camp and year-round Family Camps. We offer leadership development, a wide range of activities, tripping, a sense of belonging and fun. Come have the time of your life!

    Haliburton Highlands
    Traditional (multi activity)
    • Ages 7 to 16 (Coed)
    • Day Camp, Overnight Camp
    • from $940
    daycampovernightcampcoed9407-1617Haliburton HighlandsOntario
    Shadow Lake Centre   
    A summer camp for children, youth, and adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Accessible activities that include sports, swimming, arts and crafts, and lots of music.

    Whitchurch - Stouffville
    Traditional (multi activity)
    • Ages 9 to 65 (Coed)
    • Overnight Camp
    • from $1,900
    overnightcampcoed19009-6519Whitchurch - StouffvilleOnlineOntario
    Campfire Circle   
    Campfire Circle brings healing through happiness to kids and families affected by childhood cancer or serious illness through our in-hospital, community, and overnight camp programs, at no cost to families.

    Downtown West, Toronto; Parry Sound; Southern Niagara Region
    Traditional (multi activity)
    • Ages 1 to 18 (Coed)
    • Overnight Camp
    • Cost Varies
    overnightcampcoed01-1820Downtown West, TorontoParry SoundSouthern Niagara RegionOntarioDowntown
    Toronto Kyokushinkai Karate   
    Kids Karate Summer Day Camp, PA Day Camps, March Break Camps. After school martial arts, Karate and fitness programs.

    The Beach, Toronto
    Sport: Martial Arts
    • Ages 4 to 11 (Coed)
    • Program
    • from $300
    programclasscoed3004-1121The Beach, TorontoOntarioEast-End
    CASMA Toronto   
    High quality instruction in sport, art, music and more! Special guest speakers. All Ministry of Health health and safety measures in place. Our small group summer camp was sold out and we had zero Covid-19 cases.

    Bridle Path, Toronto; Lawrence Heights, Toronto
    Traditional (multi activity)
    • Ages 4 to 16 (Coed)
    • Day Camp
    • from $200
    daycampcoed2004-1622Bridle Path, TorontoLawrence Heights, TorontoOnlineOntarioNorth-York
    Block 8 Academy   
    Camps, classes and preschool that are Active, Creative, and a Mix of Indoor and Outdoor! From lake days to art/drama classes, abacus math to music - we have a balanced curriculum that keeps the kids engaged.

    Port Moody
    Traditional (multi activity)
    • Ages 5 to 12 (Coed)
    • Day Camp
    • from $50
    daycampcoed505-1223Port MoodyOnlineBritish Columbia


     

    Types of dance classes

    Luckily, in Canada, there are lots of different types of dance classes and lessons to choose from (not to mention dance camps). This includes classes in Toronto, Ottawa, Brampton, and Mississauga, Ontario, and Vancouver, Victoria, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, and Port Moody, BC. Some of these focus on one dance form, while others offer a variety.

    Benefits of dance

    Dance is a fun and stimulating activity. It’s also a great way to relieve stress. Depending on the program, enrolling your child in a dance class can also have a number of other benefits.

    • Improved fitness and coordination
    • Skill development
    • Learning discipline
    • Making friends
    • Learning teamwork
    • Pursuing a passion
    • Outlet for creativity

    Above, we list dance programs across Canada. Click on a program profile to learn its location, cost, programs, session dates, and more. You can also click through to a program's website and register your child for a session today.

    If you're looking for a dance camp, check out our list.



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