REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY, November 18 AT 7:00PM
Mark your calendars and set an alarm to make sure you snag your spots!
Classes and workshops fill up quickly so be ready to register! If you don’t get a spot, please get on the WAITLIST.
If you have any questions, please contact Emilie.
LOCATION AND REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Most classes and workshops take place at the Glebe Neighbourhood Activities Group (GNAG) located at 175 Third Avenue. 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.
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).
WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ALL LEVELS AND INTERMEDIATE OR INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED CLASSES?
All Levels classes are open to everyone, from beginners to experienced dancers. These classes offer options so that everyone feels comfortable, challenged, and has a great time! With 50 minutes of high-energy and heart-pumping dancing, you will leave sweaty and smiling… guaranteed!
Intermediate and Intermediate/Advanced classes (formerly called Level 2 and Level 2/3) are open to those with at least two years of dance experience. These classes are now 60 minutes to allow extra time to perfect technique and choreo!
WHAT TO BRING AND WEAR
Come with comfortable exercise clothes and running shoes with clean soles, except for Sass where no shoes are needed. Don't forget your water bottle!
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Pricing & details
classES
Tropical Vibes - All Levels
*drop-ins welcome*
Mondays at 6:30PM
Location: GNAG Main Hall (175 Third Ave.)
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. NEW—see the schedule below 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.
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!
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
*drop-ins welcome*
Mondays at 7:30PM
Location: GNAG Main Hall (175 Third Ave.)
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!
Check out the schedule below 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.
This all-levels class is open to everyone, regardless of dance experience. This is one fun dance party—bring your friends!
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.
Hip Hop Royalty - All Levels
*drop-ins welcome*
Wednesdays at 6:15PM
Location: GNAG Dance studio (175 Third Ave.)
This class debuted in the Fall Session and it was a HUGE hit! 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 below for the weekly routine lineup!
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!
Drop-ins are welcome throughout the session. 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
*progressive class*
Wednesdays at 7:10PM
Location: GNAG Dance Studio (175 Third Ave.)
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!
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.
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 (contact Emilie to inquire).
Sass/HEELS - All Levels
*progressive class*
Wednesdays at 8:15PM
Location: GNAG Dance Studio (175 Third Ave.)
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!
Most dancers go barefoot, but you’re welcome to wear dance heels!
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.
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 (contact Emilie to inquire).
Dancehall - All Levels
*progressive class*
Thursdays at 6:15PM
Location: GNAG Dance Studio (175 Third Ave.)
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!
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!
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 (contact Emilie to inquire).
Salsatón - All Levels
*progressive class*
Thursdays at 7:15PM
Location: GNAG Dance Studio (175 Third Ave.)
For the salsa and reggaetón fans out there, this class is for YOU! Dancers, your requests have been heard! 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! For my purist reggaetón dancers, there will be plenty of songs and moves just for you! You’ll learn two routines during the session—each with a different vibe!
This all-levels class offers options to ensure everyone is comfortable, challenged, and has a great time!
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 (contact Emilie to inquire).
Dancehall - IntermediatE
*progressive class*
Thursdays at 8:15PM
Location: GNAG Dance Studio (175 Third Ave.)
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!
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 (contact Emilie to inquire).
workshopS
chair dance Workshop - beginner
sunday, february 1 at 3:00pm
Location: 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.
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 and floor Workshop - intermediate
sunday, february 1 at 5:30pm
Location: 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!
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.
NEW! bad bunny workshop - All Levels
Saturday, february 28 at 3:00pm
Location: 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!
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 Workshop - intermediate
sunday, march 29 at 1:00pm
Location: pure havana (190 MACLAREN ST, UNIT 205)
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!
Minimum two years of dance experience is recommended.
NEW! CARNIVAL VIBES WORKSHOP - ALL LEVELS
Sunday, MARCH 29 at 3:00pm
Location: PURE HAVANA (190 MACLAREN ST, UNIT 205)
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!
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!
What dancers are saying...
Emilie's dance classes offer a one-of-a-kind dynamic experience, enveloping participants in the infectious energy she exudes. The community is exceptional, the classes are creative, energising and infuse me with joy with every experience. I eagerly anticipate more every week. Emilie, you are a gift to the world. Thank you for the unwavering attention and generosity you bring to your classes. Your passion, skills and enthusiasm radiate, and I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to take part in your offerings. ~ Tina
I am so grateful to have found Emilie and her dance classes!! Her energy, sense of humour and overall vibe is seriously amazing, not to mention the incredible choreography, which she offers in so many different styles! Her classes have allowed me to become part of an awesome, empowering community and I truly look forward to dancing with everyone each week! Finding my passion for dance again has brought back a light in me that I didn’t even know was missing. Seriously so grateful, and I highly recommend taking ANY class or workshop with Emilie - you won’t regret it! ~ Michelle
Do not hesitate to sign up for Emilie's classes - there is a class for everyone (even if you have never danced before). Check out on the special workshops or private lessons each season too! Get ready for a great workout in a super positive atmosphere. Best dance classes in the city! ~ Lana
Energetic, fun, passionate, enthusiastic, inspiring, motivating, impressive! You NEED to try one of Emilie’s classes, you won’t regret it! The way I feel after leaving one of Emilie’s classes is like no other. Emilie is a complete ray of sunshine, and her energy is felt throughout the room. She is an experienced and skilled dancer and choreographer. Her amazing choreographies are tailored to each class so dancers of all levels can feel confident with the moves. She breaks down each move so it is easy to understand, and happily answers any questions you may have. Each class and choreography is unique and super fun! No matter what class you choose I can promise that you will have the best time and will be coming back for more! Emilie, I can’t thank you enough for the energy, effort and good vibes you bring to each and every class. I am so lucky to have found your classes!!! ~ Krystal
Joining Dance with Emilie Community has been the most nourishing experience for me. Emilie is so dedicated to creating an environment where we feel safe, positively challenged, happy, and appreciated. She has a beautiful gift and she genuinely shares it with the intent of making everyone happy. Her ability to make the classes fun and challenging is unique. She makes you want to learn and push yourself to be better every time. It is the one place where when I show up, I can put on pause the challenges of my day. Emilie is extremely talented in a variety of dance styles and you will never be disappointed! ~ Jessica
Emilie is simply THE BEST! Not only in her skills that inspire so many but also her enthusiasm and motivation and the super fun environment she creates in all her classes! I have taken several different classes with her now and keep renewing my seasons passes, and I also throughly enjoyed learning the choreo for a childhood favourite - Thriller when I took her Thriller Workshop. Im always looking forward to her classes so much because she's so encouraging and fun and it helps to improve your bad day or get your of the funk instantly! HIGHLY RECOMMEND you give her classes a try, she's got something for everyone no matter how experienced (or not) you are! ~ Yelena
Emilie is all about good vibes and spreading feel-good energy. She has various styles of dance to offer and she's an expert in all of them! Everything from her experienced technique, glowing personality, mind-blowing creativity and contagious smile, makes you want to come back every week to learn more and have the best time of your life! She radiates and brings so much happiness through her expression and love for dance, and is truly a beautiful person all around. I've personally tried all her classes, and although they are all so different, there's one thing in common: THE BEST TEACHER! Whether it's some latin spice, hardcore hip-hop or some sassy Burlesque, Emilie is known to be the greatest dance teacher because she has one rule in her class: never stop grooving. So do what feels right for your body, keep it moving and join one of her classes and I promise you, you won't regret it! ~ Lianne
Emilie's classes are fantastic. They are a great mix of learning technique and pure fun. Emilie is able to teach dancers with varying levels of experience at the same time, so the classes are challenging while still being accessible and welcoming. Emilie's workshops are also the best. Actual, iconic choreography + uplifting vibes = 100% fun. Don't miss out! ~ Angela
A dance class with Emilie is unlike any other adult dance class in Ottawa! Not only are the routines both challenging and fun, Emilie's teaching style makes everyone feel comfortable and welcome. If you've ever considered trying or returning to dance as an adult I encourage you to check out Emilie's classes. You'll be hooked! ~ Nicole
Honestly, dancing with Emilie is the highlight of my week, every week! Whether you've been dancing for years or it’s your first class ever, her classes are a space where everyone feels welcome to dance their hearts out! She creates an atmosphere where you can feel free to let loose and try new things whether you're the most outgoing person or totally shy. I've been dancing with her for over a year and have tried a bunch of different styles, and she really encourages you to find what works for you! Her classes are judgement free, fun, silly, and places to grow either personally or as a dancer! ~ Lina