Cross Training is a powerful way to improve balanced muscular strength, movement coordination and lower the risk of injury. Adding TLC acknowledges our diverse needs for safety, care, play, enjoyment and compassion while we train; this allows us to be an ally to our unique body while we train ourselves towards improved wellness.

Stefanie Tsabar is a ballet dancer and poet. She danced with American Ballet Theatre from 1994 to 1999 and holds a BA from Columbia University. Her poetry about her experience as a professional ballerina has been featured in The Dance Current and is forthcoming in Syncopation Literary Journal. Sixteen years after retiring from ABT, she returned to the studio as a freelance dancer, challenging deep-seated beliefs that ballet has an age limit. She recently moved to Toronto with her family and sweet little dog.

Her class focuses on musicality, personal expression and sound technique

Perfect for those who want to delve deeper into their contemporary and modern movement practices. This class will include movement in the centre, travelling across the floor, and conclude with either a short choreography or more dynamic movement, whilst encouraging expression and individuality

In this class, you will delve into the intricate and captivating aspects of jumps and turns, two fundamental components of ballet that showcase both strength and elegance. Our experienced instructor will guide you through a structured curriculum that emphasizes proper technique, body alignment, musicality, and expression.

This Floorwork class includes a breath warm-up, action-reaction games and choreographed floorwork phrases. Students will also work in small groups to become aware of individual choreographic styles and personal expression.