Location and registration information
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Most classes and workshops take place at the Glebe Neighbourhood Activities Group (GNAG) located at
175 Third Avenue in the Glebe Community Centre . For these programs, register through GNAG’s Amilia platform using the links below. You will need to have an account on the Amilia platform to register. Make sure your profile and payment info is up to date to ensure a smooth checkout.
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Workshops on Sunday, March 29 will be held at Pure Havana dance studio located at 190 MacLaren St, Unit 205 in Centretown. For these workshops, register through the Dance with Emilie platform (not Amilia).
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Free parking is available at both locations.
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Main Hall at GNAG (175 Third Ave.)
Dance Studio at GNAG (175 Third Ave.)
Pure Havana (190 MacLaren St.)
CLASSES
MONDAYS
Tropical Vibes - All Levels
Mondays at 6:30 pm
GNAG Main Hall (175 Third Ave.)
*Drop-ins welcome*
Get ready for a tropical-inspired dance party as we shimmy and groove to Latin and Caribbean rhythms! This is the perfect class for those who love variety. Think salsa, reggaetón, merengue, soca, samba, Brazilian funk, Afrobeats, and more!
See the schedule above (download here) for our weekly themes! In “All About” classes, we’re diving into the diverse rhythms from a particular country! For the other classes, warmups will include a mix of styles, and our routine will be the style on the schedule.
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No dance experience needed. Our step-by-step approach helps everyone have a blast, from first timers to experienced dancers. If you’re new to the Dance with Emilie community and wondering where to start, this class is a great choice!
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Drop-ins are welcome throughout the session. Given the popularity of this class, consider reserving your drop-in spots in advance, or secure your spot by registering for the full session.
Bring It Back - All Levels
Mondays at 7:30 pm
GNAG Main Hall (175 Third Ave.)
*Drop-ins welcome*
Our most popular class and such a great way to start your week! Get ready to groove and rewind with some of the most iconic artists and dance hits from the 80’s, 90’s, and early 2000’s! Come live out your MuchMusic dance video dreams every Monday!
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Check out the schedule above (download here) for this session's themes. In “All About” classes, we’re dancing to the best hits from a particular artist for both our warmup and routine! For the other classes, warmups will include a mix of artists, and our routine will be the song listed on the schedule.
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This all-levels class is open to everyone, regardless of dance experience. This is one fun dance party—bring your friends!
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Drop-ins are welcome throughout the session. Given the popularity of this class, consider reserving your drop-in spots in advance or secure your spot by registering for the full session.
WEDNESDAYS
Hip Hop Royalty - All Levels
Wednesdays at 6:15 pm
GNAG Dance Studio (175 Third Ave.)
*Drop-ins welcome*
Expect big vibes, dope beats, and a whole lot of fun! We’ll be dancing to the hottest tracks from some of hip hop’s biggest icons. Learn dynamic moves, fresh choreography, and how to own the dance floor with confidence. This class is all about channeling your love for hip hop while having a blast! Every week, we will jam to tunes of various artists in our warmup and then learn a fun new routine. Check out the schedule above (download here) for the weekly routine lineup!
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This all-levels class offers options to ensure everyone has a great time, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced dancer. Bring along your friends who love hip hop as much as you do!
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Drop-ins are welcome throughout the session, space permitting. Given the popularity of this class, it is highly recommended to reserve your drop-in spots in advance to avoid missing out. Or secure your spot by registering for the full session!
Street Dance - Intermediate/Advanced
Wednesdays at 7:10 pm
GNAG Dance Studio (175 Third Ave.)
Progressive class
Want to take your dance skills to the next level? This is our most advanced class for those looking to push their technique even further and learn challenging choreography in a supportive environment. Get ready for a mix of rhythms and movements from a variety of street dance styles! This class encourages dancers to build their unique personal style and push their potential to the max!
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Dancers are expected to practice the routine at home every week and to catch up outside of class time with the help of a buddy if absent. Minimum of two years of dance experience. If you’re unsure whether this class would be a good fit for your skill level, contact Emilie before registering.
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As this is a progressive class where we build on the same routine every week, registration is required for the full session. Drop-ins to try out the class are possible during the first three weeks.
Sass/Heels - All Levels
Wednesdays at 8:15 pm
GNAG Dance Studio (175 Third Ave.)
Progressive class
Come for dance, stay for the community! Join us in a vibrant and inclusive environment where you'll groove to sassy routines and discover confidence that extends far beyond the dance floor! Step into a space where your individuality is celebrated, your sensuality is embraced, and your fierceness is unleashed. We explore a variety of styles that range from sultry R&B to feisty jazz funk and pop, grooving to artists like Ciara, Ya Levis, Beyoncé, Kehlani, Kylie Minogue, Tate McRae, kwn, and more! Compared to our other classes, movements are generally softer and all about the flow. You’ll learn two routines during the session—each with a different vibe!
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Most dancers go barefoot, but you’re welcome to wear dance heels!
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Whether you're a beginner or a experienced dancer, this class welcomes all levels, promising a journey of self-expression and empowerment with every step.
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As this is a progressive class where we build on the same routine every week, registration is required for the full session. Drop-ins to try out the class are possible during the first three weeks.
THURSDAYS
Dancehall - All Levels
Thursdays at 6:15 pm
GNAG Dance Studio (175 Third Ave.)
Progressive class
Shake dat ting, whine dem hips, and bend yo back! Get ready for a fiery good time by channeling all the vibrance and confidence of Jamaica’s hottest dance style! In this class, you'll learn a mix of powerful moves and fresh choreography set to the best Dancehall tracks. This is one of our most popular classes for a reason! You’ll learn two routines during the session—each with a different vibe!
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Whether you're a beginner or an experienced dancer, this class offers options to suit all skill levels, ensuring everyone feels comfortable and amazing on the dance floor!
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As this is a progressive class where we build on the same routine every week, registration is required for the full session. Drop-ins to try out the class are possible during the first three weeks.
Salsatón - All Levels
Thursdays at 7:15 pm
GNAG Dance Studio (175 Third Ave.)
Progressive class
For the salsa and reggaetón fans out there, this class is for YOU! Get ready to spice things up with salsatón, the ultimate fusion of salsa and reggaetón popularized by some of today’s top artists from Cuba, Puerto Rico, Colombia, and more!
This high-energy class is equal parts salsa, reggaetón and a spicy mix of both! We will groove to the smooth, rhythmic movements of street-style salsa and the bold, explosive vibes of reggaetón. This class is all about vibing to these amazing genres of music, learning new technique, and gaining skills for your next fiesta! You’ll learn two routines during the session, each with its own vibe!
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This all-levels class offers options to ensure everyone is comfortable, challenged, and has a great time!
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As this is a progressive class where we build on the same routine every week, registration is required for the full session. Drop-ins to try out the class are possible during the first three weeks.
Dancehall - Intermediate
Thursdays at 8:15 pm
GNAG Dance Studio (175 Third Ave.)
Progressive class
Shake dat ting, whine dem hips, and bend yo back! Get ready for a fiery good time by channeling all the vibrance and confidence of Jamaica’s hottest dance style! Join this fun group of dancers who bring their love of Dancehall to the floor every single week! Ideal for those who are already comfortable with the foundations of Dancehall movements, this class will take your skills to the next level! Get ready for powerful moves and challenging choreography set to the hottest music! You’ll learn two routines during the session—each with a different vibe!
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Dancers are expected to practice the routine at home every week and to catch up outside of class time with the help of a buddy if absent. Minimum of two years of dance experience.
As this is a progressive class where we build on the same routine every week, registration is required for the full session. Drop-ins to try out the class are possible during the first three weeks.
WORKSHOPS
Chair Dance - Beginner
Sunday, February 1 at 3:00 pm
GNAG Dance Studio (175 Third Ave.)
*Just in time for Valentine’s Day!*
Each year, Emilie brings back these empowering workshops that celebrate creativity, individuality, sensuality, and fierceness in a fun and inclusive environment! In this Beginner-level workshop, you'll learn a sassy chair routine that will boost your confidence both on and off the dance floor.
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Wear something comfortable that makes you feel oh-so-fabulous and inspired. Dance heels are a fun option, but barefoot is also perfect.
Chair Dance & Floor - Intermediate
Sunday, February 1 at 5:30 pm
GNAG Dance Studio (175 Third Ave.)
*Just in time for Valentine’s Day!*
Each year, Emilie brings back these empowering workshops that celebrate creativity, individuality, sensuality, and fierceness in a fun and welcoming environment! This Intermediate-level workshop will bring extra spice with the addition of floor moves and more advanced choreography, with plenty of options so you can do what feels comfortable for you. Get ready to tap into your sexy, glamorous, bombshell YOU!
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Wear something comfortable that makes you feel oh-so-fabulous and inspired. Dance heels are a fun option, but barefoot is also perfect. NEW—this workshop will be 120 minutes, with extra time to feel confident and fierce with the routine!​ Minimum two years of dance experience is recommended.
Bad Bunny - All Levels
Saturday, February 28 at 3:00 pm
GNAG Dance Studio (175 Third Ave.)
The most requested workshop! Bad Bunny is at the top of the music world! Fresh off his much-hyped Super Bowl halftime show, this workshop will showcase his unapologetically bold style and genre-blending sound—from reggaetón to urban salsa, Latin trap, dembow, and beyond. Get ready for dynamic choreography that hits all these musical styles set to his biggest tracks!
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This is an all-levels workshop where options will be given so everyone from beginners to experienced dancers are challenged and have a great time.
Reggaetón - Intermediate
Sunday, March 29 at 1:00 pm
Pure Havana (190 MacLaren St.)
Back by popular demand! Get ready to level up your reggaetón flow. From the clubs of Bogotá to the streets of Havana, reggaetón music is the hugely popular, pulsing urban rhythm you hear just about everywhere, from artists like Karol G, Daddy Yankee, J Balvin, Rauw Alejandro and so many more! This intermediate-level workshop will challenge you with hard-hitting moves, body isolations, and power-packed choreography.
Emilie started the first reggaetón class in Ottawa over 15 years ago, and it’s still one of her favourite styles to teach!
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Minimum two years of dance experience is recommended.
Carnival Vibes - All Levels
Sunday, March 29 at 3:00 pm
Pure Havana (190 MacLaren St.)
Get ready for a journey through the world’s biggest Carnival street festivals in the Caribbean and South America! We’re talking soca from Trinidad and Tobago, dancehall from Jamaica, samba from Brazil, cumbia from Colombia, and SO much more!
This high-energy workshop is a celebration of the infectious rhythms and cultural richness behind Carnival season. Bring your brightest, most colourful outfits to match the vibe—and a flag if you’re repping a country!
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This is an all-levels workshop where options will be given so everyone from beginners to experienced dancers are challenged and have the best time!
Questions?
Check out our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and Policies pages for additional information.
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Still not sure what class or workshop is right for you?
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