PSB & Interplay Dance

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PSB & Interplay Dance answered our questions

Who are you as an organization?
Celebrating 35 years of training ages 2 through adult in genres from ballet to hip hop. At PSB & Interplay Dance Academy's 2 convenient locations, east Toronto and Leaside area, your child will make new friends, be active and express themselves! Dance is proven to develop well-rounded individuals. Your child will have fun learning a new art form! Ask for a free trial

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What do you do differently or uniquely well?

"PSB & INTERPLAY continues to focus on teaching classical ballet in both the Cecchetti and the Royal Academy of Dance styles and offers classes for ages 3 to Adult. Programs include recreational, pre-professional, and competitive, in various dance forms, including Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Acro, Tap, Musical Theatre, and more, depending on age, ability and desire. Both schools offer intensive and enhanced dance training for talented students who wish to pursue a professional career in dance, as well as the opportunity to perform with the Profile Dance Company and Competitive Division. Private coaching is also available.

PSB & INTERPLAY instills well-being, discipline and a love for learning in children that lasts a lifetime."

Who are your staff and counsellors?

"Staff are certified by the relevant organizations, such as the Cecchetti Society of Canada, the Royal Academy of Dance, the National Ballet of Canada Teacher Training Program, Gymnastics Canada, the Acro Dance Teachers Association and various universities. Student safety is our top priority - in addition to their professional qualifications, staff are trained in first aid. Our instructors are equally passionate about dance and teaching. They have trained and toured around the world. We strive to create a safe and positive space for learning, trying new things, sometimes making mistakes, and breaking new ground in individual & group achievement.
See our faculty: https://psb-interplay-dance.ca/about-us/faculty/"

What do families need to know about registration?

"$35 annual registration fee per family.
Auditions for the intensive & competitive programs are typically in April for an August start of training. Please email us to arrange participation.
Registration for September opens in June via our website: psb-interplay-dance.ca/registration
Registration for summer camps in July and summer intensives in August are open and early-registration discounts apply until April 15th. Please also enrol via our website.
Our email addresses are [email protected] (for 250 Davisville Ave location) and [email protected] (for 91 Rylander Blvd location). Emails are checked 5 days per week, not including stat holidays and school closures.
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COVID-19 Response

We can assure you that the safety of our students and staff is of the utmost importance and we are doing our best to ensure that the safety guidelines recommended by our health care professionals will be strictly followed.
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Upcoming Events

June 11, 2023
PSB & Interplay Year End Full School Senior Recital
10:00 am - 04:00 pm

June 15, 2023
Registration for 2023-2024 School Year Opens
09:00 am

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Programs, Rates & Dates

Programs and Sessions Calendar

Choose the right programs and sessions for your child; PSB & Interplay Dance currently has 4 programs available.

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DANCE Camp Schedules 2022 for Boys & Girls Aged 3-18

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Day Camp
Coed
Ages: 3 - 18

Dance (multi)

$123 to $1,200

Leaside, Toronto, ON 250 Davisville Ave., 5th floor, 502-504 suites	Jul 04-28	$250 - $390/month
Centennial-Port Union, Toronto, ON 91 Rylander Blvd	Jul 04-28	$200 - $350/month
Centennial-Port Union, Toronto, ON 91 Rylander Blvd	Aug 08-18	$449 - $975
Leaside, Toronto, ON 250 Davisville Ave., 5th floor, 502-504 suites	Aug 14-25	$500 - $1,200

Dance Classes for Kids - Boys & Girls

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Coed
Ages: 2 - 18+

Dance (multi)

$50 to $99/month

Centennial-Port Union, Toronto, ON 91 Rylander Blvd	Jan 09-Jun 19		$50 - $70/month
Leaside, Toronto, ON 250 Davisville Ave., 5th floor, 502-504 suites	Jan 09-Dec 19		$60 - $99/month

FITNESS CLASSES FOR ADULTS

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Class/league/program
Coed
Ages: 19

Dance (multi)

$12 to $72/month

Leaside, Toronto, ON
250 Davisville Ave., 5th floor, 502-504 suites

Jan 09-Jun 19

$12 - $72/month

Intensive Dance Programs with Ballet Certifications

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Coed
Ages: 7 - 18

Dance (multi)

$225 to $700/month

Centennial-Port Union, Toronto, ON 91 Rylander Blvd	Jan 09-Jun 19		$225 - $600/month
Leaside, Toronto, ON 250 Davisville Ave., 5th floor, 502-504 suites	Jan 09-Jun 19		$300 - $700/month

Financial Aid & Payment Details

Payment Options:

Deposit required with acceptance	Yes
Credit card payment	Yes
Maximum installments available	2

Discounts

Discount if paid in full	10%
Discount if paid early	5%
Discount for 2nd child	5%
Discount for 3rd child	10%
Discount for 4th child	10%

Insider Reviews & Perspectives

The Our Kids review of PSB & Interplay Dance

Karen Davies Thomas founded the school in 1989, and she continues to lead the programs today. She brings extensive professional experience, having worked closely with industry professionals, as well as a teaching experience that runs the gamut of the best schools in the GTA and beyond, both at the secondary and post-secondary levels. That she has that kind of background is a draw, to be sure, for students and families looking for a program that has a relationship with the national culture of dance and the arts. For students, Thomas’ experience is a window onto a big world, and can provide an important introduction to it. Classical ballet is a focus, though classes are offered in the full spectrum of styles, from tap to acro. Both competitive and recreational classes are offered, and in both there is a grounding in the core values of learning, discipline, and well-being.
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User reviews of PSB & Interplay Dance — Read all 5 reviews

Google Review #2
RRM (Camp alumni)
Amazing school with talented teachers. Produces technically beautiful dancers. Many that have gone on to professional careers. They encourage team work and friendships among the students. Lots of options for dancers from r... Read More

Google Review #1
Tamara Mitchell (Parent)
My daughter has been a part of the PSB & Interplay Dance Academy since she was 4 years of age and 10 years later she continues to dance 17+ hours a week and LOVES it! Miss Karen and the staff at PSB are exceptional! They a... Read More

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Lyndon Than (Parent)
Our daughter has been with a few dance studios in Toronto, including the national Ballet School's professional program, where upon leaving, Interplay was recommended to us. She's now been with Interplay about 4 years and ... Read More

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Donna Rickman (Parent)
I am so happy with PSB & Interplay Dance Academy. My daughter attended at the school for 8 years and had the best experience ever. She was well trained by amazing teachers that are so qualified, but also teachers that re... Read More

Google Review #4
Alex Rossanos (Camper)
I love dancing at Interplay! The teachers are super supportive and helpful. They give me great instructions to help me to become a better dancer and they have helped me become more flexible. The corrections are given in a... Read More
Location & Site Details

Address

Leaside, Toronto
91 Rylander Boulevard, Unit 9B, Scarborough, Toronto, Ontario, M1B 5M5
Leaside, Toronto
250 Davisville Ave., 5th floor, 502-504 suites, Toronto, Ontario, M4S 1H2
Centennial-Port Union, Toronto
91 Rylander Blvd, Toronto (Scarborough), Ontario, M1B5M5

Accommodations

Is PSB & Interplay Dance technology free? Dancers are invited to train on Zoom if they are out of town, isolating or feeling unwell. All classes have this capacity. Dancers do not use their phones in studio.

Rentals & Services

Offers children's birthday party packages: Yes
Your child will have a memorable and fun celebration of her/his birthday at PSB & Interplay studios. Kids can have a beautiful ballet-style party or flowing-contemporary style one. Jazz blowout will leave your child's guests absolutely in love with this celebration. We offer an hour of dance and one hour and half of celebration with games. Food is excluded. The total price for 2.5 hours is $20 a child or $200.00 plus HST minimum. To book a studio for your child's birthday, please contact our offices: -Interplay (250 Davisville Ave, Toronto): 416-972-1316, [email protected] -PSB 1(91 Rylander Blvd., Scarborough): 416-284-6784, [email protected]

Available for private rentals: Yes
Must have insurance or sign waiver.
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Director's Message

Karen Davies Thomas, Artistic Director
Cecchetti Ballet (Fellow) A.I.S.T.D. (National), A.I.S.T.D. (Modern), Royal Academy of Dance Teacher's Certificate, BFA Honours Degree, York University Graduate of the National Ballet School Teacher's Training Program

Dear Parents,

It is my pleasure to welcome you to the PSB & Interplay Dance Academy. This is a dance school where we are deeply committed to ensuring that every day, each and every student has the attention and care of our professional dance instructors.

At PSB & Interplay Dance Academy, we provide an exemplary educational experience that nurtures your child’s talent and strive for dance. We deliver results as our students’ progress towards their goals with great achievements at the competitions, performances and exams. Many PSB & Interplay alumni have continued their dance training at prestigious dance schools like The National Ballet School, The Royal Winnipeg Ballet School, York University, Ryerson University, Alberta Ballet School, Goh Ballet School, Quinte Ballet School and Les Grands Ballet Canadienne.

Our mission is to help your children to reach their goals in dancing. Therefore, we dedicated to excellence in teaching dance. This is accomplished through different dance programs—Full School Division classes, Intensive Division classes, Performance Company and Competitive Division training.

I am inspired by the possibilities that exist for our school this year and in the years to come. Whether you are new to PSB & Interplay Dance Academy or have been a part of our dance family for some time, please accept my invitation to participate with us.

Sincerely,

Karen Davies Thomas

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In the News

December 15, 2022
Wonderful Family Time at the Nutcracker Show on Sunday December 18
The Profile & Interplay Dance Company will be performing The Nutcracker on Sunday, December 18, 2022 at the Betty Oliphant Theatre... Read More

December 15, 2022
The Nutcracker Suite Season Opening at Ehatare Retirement Lodge
PSB & Interplay students opened their Nutcracker season at Ehatare Retirement Home on Friday December 2nd.... Read More
Stories

I Am Grateful To My Teachers at PSB&Interplay
I had been taking dance classes at PSB & Interplay for many years.In September 2015, I had the opportunity to move to Calgary, Alberta to join the School of Alberta Ballet's full-time professional ballet program where I study and focuse primarily in classical ballet and modern dance. I am very excited to learn and be challenged in my dance and artistry on a daily basis. Above all, I am most grateful for the ongoing support and encouragement from my teachers and friends at PSB & Interplay Dance Academy who have been like family to me.

PSB&Interplay Has Set the Path of My Life
I began my training at PSB &Interplay in 1993. After years of immersing myself in Karen’s programs, my love for the art form only grew. Upon leaving PSB&Interplay, I went off to spend two years at York University’s Dance Program and immersing myself in Toronto’s dance scene performing and creating for festivals like Honey Jam and Dance Ontario, Canada AM, Musique Plus and various venues city wide.

In 2002 I moved to New York City where I worked extensively as a performer and choreographer. I have performed for MTV’s Video Music Awards for Ludacris and Shakira, Nike’s Body by Dance Print Campaign, for Nikewomen.com and numerous commercials and industrials. My choreographic work has been seen in music videos for bands like TV on the Radio, Yip Deceiver and Mates of State, shorts films and dance festivals like New York City’s Summer Stage, Triskelion Arts CollabFest and The Current Sessions. Some of my video work has garnered recognition in film and animation festivals internationally, most notably SXSW Music and Film Festival.

Nowadays, I continue creating work that spans fashion, film, photography, technology and the stage.

Thanks to PSB&Interplay I Am a Choreographer, Teacher, Performer and Model Now
On my return to Toronto from England, I chose to attend PSB&Interplay to which I was accepted with open arms. I received an invitation to be part of the Youth Ensemble a have very fond memories performing with the group in various shows as well as Faye Rauw’s jazz classes, until Grade 12 when I sadly had to leave due to being in Peterborough.

After PSB&Interplay I was accepted and attended both George Brown College and Cambri Performing Arts College in the UK both for dance performance, earning a certificate a National Diploma. Since graduation I have had the privilege of being both dancer a choreographer of various shows. I have been a dancer with Ismailova Theatre of Dance performing the role Redival in their production of "Till We Have Faces.” I have been performing with Diamond Dancers and choreographed as well as performed in "Ode Peace" this past summer at the Mississauga Living Arts Centre to an audience of over 1500. My work as both a dancer and a model has been seen in ads and runway shows such as PSB headphones, Toronto Fashion Week, Vogue Italia and Elle Canada just to name a few. I am currently a dance teacher at various studios teaching ballet, pointe, jazz, Brazilian Samba and tap while working with various ages from tots to adults. I have begun my Masters study in Education (Dance Teaching) through the Royal Academy of Dance. I am very excited to see what else the future ha store for me and my dancing.

How PSB&Interplay Dance Training Helped Me To Become a Professional in Demand
I grew up dancing at PSB&Interplay and was a member of the Dance Company until 2009. After PSB&Interplay I obtained my BFA in Performance Dance at Ryerson University, and worked with many contemporary dance choreographers in Toronto. I have performed internationally with Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines as a dancer and an aerialist. I am currently living and working at Tokyo DisneySea as an aerialist/dancer. PSB&Interplay provided me with a strong technical background in ballet, while also helping me develop versatility, artistry and professionalism. I met many life long friends, and was provided with countless performance experiences that have shaped me into the person and artist I am today.
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